Press Mention Central Florida Public Media September 16, 2025
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Millions of dollars for "cleaner technology" shouldn't go to electric vehicles, says Florida proposal
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Florida's Department of Environmental Protection proposes redirecting $41 million in remaining Volkswagen settlement funds away from electric vehicle and charging infrastructure projects toward alternative fuels like compressed natural gas and renewable diesel. Dory Larsen, senior electric transportation program manager for the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy, argues that EVs offer lower operating costs and greater consumer choice, and that eliminating electrification as an option would do fleets a disservice.
Just in economic rationale, it makes sense to have an electric vehicle option for this program. EVs have lower operating and maintenance costs compared to diesel, and they are not as reliant on volatile fuel prices.
Dory Larsen