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E.V. ride-sharing programs bring cleaner transportation to low-income communities

An innovative E.V. ride-sharing program is bringing low-cost clean transportation to an agricultural town in California’s Central Valley. Others are following suit.

Washington DC proposal targets gas stoves in low-income homes

Americans who face the the worst potential consequences from indoor air pollution are less likely to benefit from some of the most controversial gas-stove proposals. 

Controversial Monterey Bay desalination plant approved

California Coastal Commission voted 8-to-2 despite ecological risks, high costs and a divide between affluent and lower-income communities.

A challenge for cities: going green, without gentrification

Community displacement has emerged as an unintended cost of climate resilience efforts. Here’s how cities can boost both livability and equity. 

At these e-bike libraries, you can check out a free electric bike

Nonprofit Shared Mobility is helping community groups set up e-bike libraries in low-income neighborhoods, where residents can check out an electric bike for free.

Will Los Angeles join a ban on new gas stations?

The small but growing Safe Cities movement is looking to LA to help stop the construction of new gas stations across North America.
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