Transportation is now the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions in the US. So driving green increasingly means driving electric. The good news is that the automobile industry is increasingly moving to electric vehicles as the future of transportation. Each model year brings more options for “greener” driving, including hybrids, plug-in hybrids, and all-electric vehicles.  There are now over 50 EV models from 20 different brands available.

EVs are powerful, fun to drive and cost less to own and run than gas-powered vehicles.   Just ask a friend or neighbor who owns one.  And electric vehicles aren’t just better for the environment. Here in the northeast, transportation emissions are responsible for 40% of our air pollution – so moving to EVs is better for our health.

Since 2021, your Needham neighbors have received $1.4 million in rebates from the Massachusetts MOR-EV program when they purchased EVs or plug-in hybrids.

We have resources to learn about EVs and vehicle electrification more widely – as corporate and municipal fleets, delivery trucks and more go electric.

Green Energy Consumers Alliance - Drive Green Program

Green Energy Consumers Alliance - Drive Green Program

Green Needham has partnered with the non-profit Green Energy Consumers Alliance to make it easier for you to go electric. Green Energy Consumers runs a program called “Drive Green” that makes researching, test-driving, and buying or leasing electric car...
Electric Vehicles - Energy Coaching Program

Electric Vehicles - Energy Coaching Program

Are you   thinking of buying an Electric Vehicle (EV), but have questions and don’t want to talk to a car salesman?  Would you like to talk   to someone who actually owns   an EV, maybe the actual EV you are considering?  Wondering about charging at hom...
Electric Vehicles and Solar Panels

Electric Vehicles and Solar Panels

Electric vehicles and solar panels: The perfect match! Solar panels and electric cars complement each other. If you install a solar array for your home through, the electricity you generate can be used to charge an electric car. This brings your transportation...
Efficient Driving Tips

Efficient Driving Tips

Tips for fuel-efficient driving provided by fueleconomy.gov.

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