The DOE Electric and Hybrid Vehicle Program has responsibility for accelerating the commercialization of electric and hybrid vehicles in the nations's transportation sector. The goal of the program is to assure the availability and broad market acceptance of vehicles that do not depend on petroleum as their principal energy source. The program management, demonstrations (P. L. 94-413 requirements), incentives, research and development, risk assessment, impact assessments, and environmental impact evaluation processes are discussed. The First Annual Report (EAPA 4:2420) included a summary of the accomplishments in 1977, a description of the steps taken in translating legislative mandates into action programs, a description of problems encountered, and recommended changes to the Act. (ERA citation 04:023786)
Electric and Hybrid Vehicle Program. The Second Annual Report to Congress, Fiscal Year 1978
1979
90 pages
Report
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English