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Regulatory Proposal Workshop
December 15, 2017
Sacramento, California
Meeting ParticipationDiscussion document and meeting materials at
https://arb.ca.gov/msprog/ict/meeting.htm
Workshop is webcast and can be watched live at https://video.calepa.ca.gov/
Workshop is recorded and will be posted on program website
Questions during the workshop to be sent to [email protected]
Questions and comments after the workshop can be sent to Ms. Shirin
Barfjani at [email protected] by January 12, 2018
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Agenda OutlineBackground
Market status
Funding opportunities
Rule proposal
Zero emission buses
Innovative zero emission mobility option
Performance based concept
Low NOx engines and renewable fuels
Open discussion
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California Long-term GoalsCalifornia needs significant NOx and GHG reductions
Federal health-based ambient air quality standards (key milestones in 2023 and 2031)
40 percent reduction in GHG emissions from 1990 levels by 2030
80 percent reduction in GHG emissions from 1990 levels by 2050
50 percent petroleum reduction target by 2030
Continued reductions in criteria pollutants and toxic air contaminants to protect public health
Meeting these goals requires major emission and energy use reductions from
all sectors including industrial, residential, electricity, and transportation
Maximize use of zero emissions technologies where feasible
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Mobile Source Strategies
Advanced
Clean
Cars
Low Carbon
Fuel
Standard
50% Ren
Portfolio
Standard
2010 HD
Engine
Standard
Sustainable
Communities
SB 375
In-Use HD
Engine
Retrofits
Cap and
Trade
SB 32
HVIP
Funding
HD
On-Board
Diagnostics
Car
Scrap
Vehicle
Efficiency
Phase 2 GHG
Optional
Low NOx
Engine Stds
Low Carbon
Fuel
Standard
Update
Transportation
Electrification
SB 350
California Transit AgenciesLong-term partners in introducing new technologies to address air quality
Led introduction of cleaner engines, alternative fuels, exhaust retrofits
Are leading adoption of low NOx engines and zero emission technologies
Addressing barriers, expanding education, and outreach
Provide safe and reliable public transit services
Reduce passenger car use, single occupancy trips, and congestion
Benefit local communities and serve transit-dependent riders
More than 200 public transit agencies operating about 14,000 transit buses
Wide range of fleet sizes, modes, terrain, technology type, weather, service areas, etc.
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Program HistoryExisting Transit Fleet Rule includes 15% ZEB purchase requirement
Transit fleets first to introduce new technologies by retrofitting existing engines
and switching to alternative fuels
Several agencies worked together to demonstrate ZEBs
In 2009 Board withheld the ZEB purchase requirement (Resolution 09-49)
In 2015 we concluded ZEB technologies were in early commercialization
Began discussion* on how to partner with transit agencies to achieve a zero
emission future by 2040
A lot has changed in the last couple of years
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* Meeting recording and summaries, are available at https://arb.ca.gov/msprog/ict/meeting.htm
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Recent ZEB Market ChangesDozens of transit fleets purchasing ZEBs
Multiple ZEB models available from several manufacturers
Several BEBs exceeding 200 and 300 miles per charge
Proterra commercial BEB operated 1,100 miles on test track (single charge)
A fuel cell bus power plant exceeds 25,000 hours of operation
Met U.S. Department of Energy’s ultimate performance target
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Battery and Fuel Cell Electric Buses in California
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Leading the Way to Zero Emissions
7 transit agencies committed to
making full transition to ZEBs
Represent about 25 percent of all
buses in California
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Agency Total
Buses
All ZEB
Target
Antelope Valley 77 2018
Porterville Transit 15 2018*
San Joaquin RTD 111 2025
Foothill Transit 327 2030
LA DOT 326 2030
LA Metro 2,457 2030
Santa Cruz Metro 98 2040
Total 3,411
Multiple Zero Emission Bus Types and Models
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Standard Bus
8 OEM’s and 22 models
50-284 miles per charge
80-660 kWh battery
Articulated Bus
3 OEM’s and 3 models
185-284 miles per charge
400-885 kWh battery
Coach Bus
3 OEM’s and 5 models
124-200 miles per charge
135-394 kWh battery
Double-Decker Bus
GreenPower
240 miles per charge
478 kWh battery
Cutaway Bus
2 OEM and 2 Models
100 miles per charge
105 kWh battery
Articulated Bus
2 OEM’s and 2 models
Standard Bus
2 OEM’s and 2 models
Fuel Cell ElectricBattery Electric
Battery, Hayward
BEB, Porterville
BEB, Livermore
BEB, BET, andBattery, Lancaster
BEB, Ontario
BEB, Downey
California is Home to Zero Emissions Bus Manufacturing
Bus repowers, Riverside
EDS, Foster City
ZEB Manufacturers Outside of CA
St. Cloud, MN
Plattsburgh, NY
Wilder, KY
FCEB, Riverside
AbbreviationsBattery Electric Bus (BEB)Fuel Cell Electric Bus (FCEB)Battery Electric Truck (BET)Electric Drivetrain Systems (EDS)
ZEB Market Continues to Expand
Cummins to produce battery electric drivetrains 2019 for transit buses and 2020 for trucks
GILLIG partnering with Cummins for zero-emissions transit buses
MCI to have commercial battery electric coach in 2020
Van Hool to have commercial battery electric coach in 2019 To use Proterra battery electric drive system
Ford added electric drivetrain option to their qualified vehicle modifier program Motiv supplying battery electric drive system for the Ford E-450 and F-59 chassis
Suitable for cutaway shuttles or trucks
Several ZE truck and bus demonstrations underway Battery electric and fuel cell electric
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Update on Charging StandardizationSAE International
Medium and heavy duty battery electric vehicle charging
Plug-in (conductive) charging J3068 in finalization process (early 2018)
Overhead (conductive) charging J3105 in progress (slipped to 2018)
Wireless (inductive) charging J2954 in progress (on schedule for 2019)
All expected to be finalized by 2020
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LCFS Program Staff ProposalReduce carbon intensity through 2030
Significant expansion of renewable fuel market
Should remove questions about program longevity
Increase battery electric EER to 5.0 for trucks and buses
Recognizes higher efficiency in transit, short haul, and vocational applications
Would increase credits by 20% for a transit bus (eg. increase from $8,000 to $9,600 per
year at $100 per credit)
Clarify how hydrogen station operator can receive credits
Subject to change
Board consideration early 2018
16Preliminary draft LCFS proposal at https://www.arb.ca.gov/fuels/lcfs/lcfs_meetings/092217_draftregtext.pdf
Transportation Electrification SB350 California Public Utility Commission (CPUC)
Accelerate widespread transportation electrification
PG&E, SCE, and SDG&E submitted proposals to invest $1 billion in
transportation electrification over an approximate five year period
$750 million for battery electric truck and bus infrastructure, rates, and other
Potential to offset most costs for electrical service upgrades and chargers
CPUC proposed approval of 15 projects with combined budgets of $42 million
Vote expected at January 18, 2018 meeting
Decision on the standard review projects expected in March/April 2018
Three other investor owned utilities submitted proposals in June 2017
17CPUC SB350 transportation electrification information http://www.cpuc.ca.gov/sb350te/
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CARB Funding Plan Includes a three-year strategy for heavy-duty vehicle investments to guide the
funding decisions
Low Carbon Transportation Program funded with Cap-and-Trade auction proceeds
Air Quality Improvement Program
One-time Volkswagen settlement funding for the zero emission vehicle aspects of vehicle
replacement programs
One-time funding for the Zero/Near Zero Emission Warehouse Program
Approved by Board December 14, 2017
19Funding plan workshop https://www.arb.ca.gov/msprog/aqip/fundplan/1718_draft_funding_plan_workshop_100417.pdf
Approved Funding Plan - VouchersHybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP)
and Low NOx Engine Incentives
$188 million for FY 17-18
Increased voucher amounts
$35 million set aside for ZEBs
Rest is first come first served for
ZE trucks, ZEBs, low-NOx engines, other
Infrastructure voucher enhancement
Up to $30,000 per charger for BEB
Up to $100,000 per FCEB with purchase of 5 or more
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Category Base Amount*
Low NOx Engine (8.9 Liter) $10,000
Zero Emission Bus (20 ft – 24 ft) $80,000
Zero Emission Bus (25 ft – 29 ft) $90,000
Zero Emission Bus (30 ft – 39 ft) $120,000
Battery Electric Bus (40 ft – 59 ft) $150,000
Battery Electric Bus (60 ft) $175,000
Double Decker Bus (40 ft) $175,000
Fuel Cell Electric Bus (≥ 40 ft)** $300,000* Up to $15,000 more for use in a disadvantaged community
Proposed FY 2017-18 Funding Plan https://www.arb.ca.gov/msprog/aqip/fundplan/proposed_1718_funding_plan_final.pdf
Vouchers Improve Payback
Category (in $2016) CNG Diesel
Bus (with charger) $235,000 $285,000
Voucher -$150,000 -$150,000
Net Capital Cost $85,000 $135,000
Maintenance -$10,000 -$7,600
Midlife -$2,500 -$2,500
Fuel -$5,000 -$18,400
LCFS (@ $100/MT) -$7,500 -$8,600
Net O&M Costs/year -$24,000 -$37,000
Simple Bus Payback (Years) < 4 < 4
Vouchers can offset most upfront costs
Incremental costs will vary by fleet,
location, and other variables
Infrastructure upgrades depend on
charging/fueling strategy and site
conditions
Pending decisions
Funding, LCFS, TE proposals
Most decisions expected early 2018
Continue to refine cost estimates
Key Assumptions: Buses purchased in 2018; 14-year lifetime; 40,000 miles
per year; $35,000 midlife cost for CNG and diesel buses; charger included in
BEB capital cost; excludes service upgrades and charger pedestal installation
cost. Electrical service upgrades could vary from $20,000 to $75,000.
Example: Incremental Costs for Single BEB Purchase
Without Electric Service Upgrades vs Conventional
Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation TrustProvides about $423 million to California
Mitigate the lifetime excess NOx emissions
CARB will be the lead agency to administer
First public workshop in October 2017
Developing Beneficiary Mitigation Plan on how the State will spend its allocation
First Partial Consent Decree, Appendix D
Transit agencies are potentially eligible for bus replacements
Continuing public process with Board consideration planned for Spring 2018
22More information at https://www.arb.ca.gov/msprog/vw_info/vsi/vw-mititrust/vw-mititrust.htm
Funding for Clean Mobility Options
for Disadvantaged CommunitiesEncourages use of advanced technology vehicles in mobility programs
Car sharing, vanpools, bicycle sharing, and other mobility options
Zero emission vehicles, plug-in hybrid vehicles, and bicycle
$17 million for FY 2017-18
Can be used by transit agencies to begin new program
23More information at https://www.arb.ca.gov/msprog/aqip/ldv_pilots.htm
Other Funding Opportunities AB 617
To monitor community air for toxic and criteria pollutants and develop strategies to reduce them
Focuses on mobile sources and infrastructure. DAC has priority
$250 million distributed through local air districts pursuant to Moyer Program
Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program (TIRCP) Operating and capital assistance for transits to reduce GHG and improve mobility. DAC has priority
Five percent of the annual auction proceeds in the GGRF
Low Carbon Transit Operations Program (LCTOP) To modernize intercity, commuter, urban rail, bus and ferry transit systems
Solutions for Congested Corridors Program (SB 1) Priority projects to improve traffic flow and mobility on congested corridors and improve air quality
Appropriates $250 million annually to Caltrans and regional agencies
Local and federal funding programs
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AB 617 https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/our-work/programs/community-air-protection-program-ab617
TIRCP http://www.dot.ca.gov/drmt/sptircp.html
LCTOP http://www.dot.ca.gov/drmt/splctop.html
SB1 http://catc.ca.gov/programs/SB1.html
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General Considerations of Staff ProposalAchieve zero emission transit system by 2040
Partner with transit agencies on long term strategy
Encourage early action with opportunities for funding
Maintain consistency with existing purchase patterns
Complement existing programs
Avoid adverse impact on transit services
Provide environmental benefits, especially in disadvantaged communities
Ensure emissions reductions are real and quantifiable, and enforceable
Ensure requirements are technologically and financially feasible
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Proposed Rule ElementsZero emission buses
Innovative mobility credits
Joint regional compliance
Low NOx engines
Renewable fuels
Periodic Board updates beginning 2022
Performance based discussion
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Overview of Proposed Rule Concept
January 1, 2020 Large transit agencies with (>=100 buses)
25% of bus purchases to be ZEBs
Purchase renewable fuels when diesel or natural gas contracts are renewed
Report data to evaluate performance-based approach
All transit agencies Bus purchases to include low NOx engines for more polluted regions (if available)
Credit for new innovative zero emission mobility programs
January 1, 2023 50% of bus purchases to be ZEBs for transit agencies with 30 or more buses
January 1, 2026 75% of bus purchases to be ZEBs for all transit agencies
January 1, 2029 All bus purchases would need to be ZEB
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ApplicabilityRule applies to all public transit agencies that own or operate buses
With GVWR >14,000 lbs
Include standard transit buses, articulated buses, commuter coaches, double-deckers,
cutaways, trolley buses, and others
Mobility options and performance based options to include lighter vehicles
Bus fleet size determined by number of buses in active fleet as of 2019
Large transits have 100 or more buses
Medium transits have 30 to 99 buses
Small transits have fewer than 30 transit buses
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ZEB Phase-In ScheduleApplies at time of bus purchase (no accelerated replacement)
Deferred compliance for smaller agencies
Early purchases count towards future requirements
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Starting
January 1
Percent of Bus Purchases* Fleet Size as of 2019
2020 25% >100 buses
2023 50% >30 buses
2026 75% All fleets
2029 100% All fleets
*Trolley buses would not be counted towards ZEB purchase requirements except when expanding the
existing fleet from a 2015 baseline
Projected ZEBs Due to Proposal
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
80%
90%
100%
2020 2022 2024 2026 2028 2030 2032 2034 2036 2038 2040
Perc
en
t Z
EB
s
Year
Early ZEB Purchases Eligible for FundingEarly ZEB purchases count towards future obligations
Provides flexibility in how ZEBs are deployed and infrastructure is utilized
Ensures consistency with incentive programs that require early action
One ZEB credit for each early purchase
Made before initial compliance date, or
If exceeds the minimum ZEB requirement in year of purchase
Credits are bankable for future use
Provides flexibility in making two separate bids in the same year
Purchase more ZEBs in first contract
Can avoid ZEB purchases in next contract (same year or next)
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BEB Phase-In ExampleLarge fleet of 140 buses
Normal bus purchases 30 buses every 3 years
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Year Normal Bus
Purchases
ZEB % of
Purchases
Minimum ZEBs
(no funding)
1st ZEB
Purchase Early
1st and 2nd ZEB
Purchase Early
1st, 2nd & 3rd
Purchase Early
2018 -- 0% 0 0 0 0
2019 30 0% 0 8 8 8
2022 30 25% 8 0 15 15
2025 30 50% 15 15 0 23
2028 30 75% 23 23 23 0
2031 30 100% 30 30 30 30
Total ZEBs Purchased 76 76 76 76
Early purchase remain eligible for most funding programs
BEB Phase-In ExampleLarge fleet of 140 buses
Normal bus purchases 30 buses every 3 years
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Year Normal Bus
Purchases
ZEB % of
Purchases
Minimum ZEBs
(no funding)
1st ZEB
Purchase Early
1st and 2nd ZEB
Purchase Early
1st, 2nd & 3rd
Purchase Early
2018 -- 0% 0 0 0 0
2019 30 0% 0 8 8 8
2022 30 25% 8 0 15 15
2025 30 50% 15 15 0 23
2028 30 75% 23 23 23 0
2031 30 100% 30 30 30 30
Total ZEBs Purchased 76 76 76 76
Early purchase remain eligible for most funding programs
BEB Phase-In ExampleLarge fleet of 140 buses
Normal bus purchases 30 buses every 3 years
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Year Normal Bus
Purchases
ZEB % of
Purchases
Minimum ZEBs
(no funding)
1st ZEB
Purchase Early
1st and 2nd ZEB
Purchase Early
1st, 2nd & 3rd
Purchase Early
2018 -- 0% 0 0 0 0
2019 30 0% 0 8 8 8
2022 30 25% 8 0 15 15
2025 30 50% 15 15 0 23
2028 30 75% 23 23 23 0
2031 30 100% 30 30 30 30
Total ZEBs Purchased 76 76 76 76
Early purchase remain eligible for most funding programs
BEB Phase-In ExampleLarge fleet of 140 buses
Normal bus purchases 30 buses every 3 years
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Year Normal Bus
Purchases
ZEB % of
Purchases
Minimum ZEBs
(no funding)
1st ZEB
Purchase Early
1st and 2nd ZEB
Purchase Early
1st, 2nd & 3rd
Purchase Early
2018 -- 0% 0 0 0 0
2019 30 0% 0 8 8 8
2022 30 25% 8 0 15 15
2025 30 50% 15 15 0 23
2028 30 75% 23 23 23 0
2031 30 100% 30 30 30 30
Total ZEBs Purchased 76 76 76 76
Early purchase remain eligible for most funding programs
Bonus Credits for Early Action Bonus ZEB credits for pioneers with ZEBs already in service
Took more risks in deploying early technologies
Provided solutions for addressing barriers
Benefits other transits and broader heavy duty zero emission vehicle market
Temporary extended bonus for FCEBs
Bonus credits are bankable for future use
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Technology Placed in Service Bonus ZEB Credit
FCEB January 1, 2018 to January 1, 2023 +1
FCEB Before January 1, 2018 +2
BEB Before January 1, 2018 +1
ZEB Deployment Provisions GoalsWork with individual fleets to avoid unintended consequences
Likely uncommon situations
Beyond transit agency control
Safeguard infrastructure investments and expansion
Can address case by case situations
Transit fleet provides information to Executive Officer
Receives one year extension if basic criteria met
Help identify barriers for future updates
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Proposed ZEB Deployment Provisions Utility unable to expand needed service in timely manner
Unforeseeable delays in installing infrastructure Hydrogen station installation or expansion
Charging station installation or expansion
ZEB type has not completed Altoona testing by time contract issued Cutaway ZEBs
Any voluntary purchases would still count towards ZEB purchases
Cannot avoid conflict with safety or local permitting requirements
Discussion topics BEB range suitable for initial deployments, continues to improve
Space constraints unlikely for small deployments (overhead charging)
Other
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Joint ZEB Compliance OptionMultiple transits within a region may implement a joint ZEB deployment
Opportunity to optimize the bus and infrastructure investments
Criteria for joint compliance
Jointly comply with sum of numbers of ZEBs required by each agency individually
Jointly funded through a common MPO or transportation authority
Operate ZEBs at a transit agency affected by the ZEB purchase requirement
Show how ZEB deployment prioritizes benefits in a disadvantaged community
Place the buses in revenue service for the FTA minimum useful life
Provide appropriate maintenance and storage facilities for the applicable technology
Train bus operators and maintenance personnel from each participating transit agency
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Innovative Zero Emission Mobility Option
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Innovative Zero Emission Mobility Option Includes ZE transportation services provided by transit agencies
Micro-transit, autonomous shuttles, on-demand van or car transportation
Does not include larger buses, nor fixed-guide way transportation
Leads to a broader zero emission future
Innovative mobility program could earn ZEB purchase credits
350,000 passenger miles per year deemed equivalent to one ZEB purchase
Transit agency to work with Executive Officer
Define project identify scope and tracking methodology
Reporting and record keeping
Re-evaluate progress at initial board update
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Low NOx Engines and Renewable Fuels
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Renewable Fuels in CaliforniaAvailable due to LCFS and Federal Renewable Fuel Standard programs
Renewable natural gas (RNG)
Commercially available with equal or lower price than fossil natural gas
Transit fleets are significant part of total transportation CNG market
Most RNG is currently produced outside of California
Renewable diesel (RD)
Commercially available with equal or lower price as diesel fuel
Is a drop-in fuel and can be blended with general diesel supply
RD providers contracting with large transits
Smaller agencies face challenges due to small volume and rural locations
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Proposed Renewable Fuel Purchases Purchase renewable fuels after January 1, 2020
When diesel and natural gas contracts are renewed
Applies to fleets with 100 or more buses (smaller fleets exempt)
Results in little or no costs to transit fleets
Supports existing LCFS program
Contributes to State efforts to increase in-state production of renewable fuels
GHG emissions benefits already part of LCFS program
Cannot be double counted
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Low NOx Engine AvailabilityCurrently available for most CNG buses and propane shuttle buses
Low NOx engine for CNG buses became commercially available in 2016
Low NOx engine for diesel and gasoline buses is not available yet
CARB is planning on a setting new low NOx engine standard
Board action expected in 2019
Could apply to the 2023 engine year for all on-road heavy-duty engines
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Proposed Low NOx Engine PurchasesLow NOx engines when new bus
purchases made
All transit agencies except if operating in NOx
Exempt Areas
Begins January 1, 2020 or 2 years after
commercially available for bus/fuel type
Does not apply if not available for bus
Not required for mid-life engine rebuilds
Early low NOx engine purchases count
towards future bus purchases
Fleet can remain eligible for funding if continuing
to purchase low NOx engines
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NOx Exempt Areas
(shaded green)
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Performance Based Option DiscussionGoal to account for wide range of actions to reduce NOx and GHG
Switching to ZEBs, cleaner engines, eco driving, enhanced mobility, right sizing vehicles,
improving vehicle efficiency, increasing ridership….
Avoid double counting with existing measures (LCFS, engine standards, Phase 2 GHG…)
Intent to be responsive to transit fleet requests
Evaluated strategies for all modes of passenger transportation
Light rail, buses, trolleys, ferries, vans, bicycle, gondola, and other
Key metrics evaluated
Emissions per passenger mile
Emission per seat mile
Zero emission passenger miles
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Performance Based Key Issues Performance based approach restricts funding availability
Must show early compliance with future goal
Metrics must be based on completed actions Data collection and reporting lag time
Equity challenges Low NOx engines available for CNG bus fleets, but not for diesel bus fleets
Potentially infeasible for diesel bus fleet
Some fleets are “dirtier” and need to do more to meet a common goal
Challenges with separating new actions from existing requirements Engine emissions standards, vehicle efficiency requirements, use of renewable fuels
Annual variability in fuel use, mileage and ridership May not be suitable for adequately measuring small changes
Potential to resolve existing anomalies in NTD data with data directly from fleet
May be suitable for meeting longer term goals when larger reductions needed
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Performance Based OptionContinue development of concept
Intent to provide option for fleets starting 2023
Avoids near term conflicts with funding eligibility
Allows for further analysis of fleet data
Mandatory reporting for large transit agencies
Large transits to report information for all modes starting 2020 Report annual data back to 2015 (proposed baseline year)
Publicly available NTD data not sufficient
Data to be used to: Evaluate data quality
Assess how performance based option would affect fleets
Compare with results of any zero emission innovative mobility options
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Reporting for Performance Based Assessment Vehicle information:
VIN and fleet identification number
Transportation mode and type of service
Fuel type and fuel consumption per vehicle type
Vehicle type and length category
Vehicle model year
Vehicle odometer reading
Engine year and engine family name
Annual totals by transportation mode: Passenger counts per revenue mile
Sampling and data collection method
Total revenue miles and deadhead miles
Passenger miles traveled
Average trip length
For linked trips. Number of linked trips (a trip contains at least one transfer from one vehicle or mode to the next)
Number of transfers per trip
Average length of linked trip
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General Reporting Requirements Reporting to ensure compliance are met and credits are tracked appropriately
Annual reporting starts January 1, 2020 for all transits
Basic reporting includes Transit agency name and information
VIN and associated fleet vehicle number
Engine family name
Propulsion technology and fuel type
Traction battery capacity (if applicable)
Vehicle make, model year, and model
Horsepower
Odometer reading and reading date
Purchase contract number
Date of purchase contract
Date placed in service
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Informational Update in 2022ZEB market status and technology readiness for large deployments
Evaluate costs and fleet experiences
Assess transit fleet data quality and effect of potential metrics
Should scope of the regulation be expanded to smaller (non-bus) modes
Status of innovative mobility option and mobility programs
Evaluate the feasibility of performance based approach
Other?
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Environmental AnalysisEnvironmental Analysis (EA) being prepared analyzing potentially significant
adverse impacts caused by reasonably foreseeable actions.
Meets requirements of CARB’s certified program under the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
The CEQA Environmental Checklist (CEQA Guidelines Appendix G) is used to
identify and evaluate potential indirect impacts.
The EA will be an appendix to the Staff Report.
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Environmental Analysis to be PreparedThe EA will include:
Description of reasonably foreseeable actions taken in response to amendments.
Programmatic level analysis of potential adverse impacts caused by reasonably
foreseeable actions
Beneficial impacts
Feasible mitigation measures to reduce/avoid significant impacts
Alternatives analysis
Input invited at this early stage on appropriate scope and content of the EA.
Draft EA will be released for 45 day public comment period.
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TimelineTransit agency subcommittee workgroup meeting
Early 2018 Southern California
Statewide workshops on draft regulation
Spring 2018 (Sacramento, Southern California)
Board hearing to consider the regulation
June 2018
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