From Clean to Clunker: The Economics of Emissions Control
Type
Policy Brief or Report
Year
2010
Level
City or Town
State(s)
California
Policy Areas
Economic Justice, Environment & Natural Resources, Finance & Procurement, Transportation & Mobility
The Port of Los Angeles' Clean Truck Program led to a reduction in diesel emissions. This report compiles data from port drivers, mechanics, air regulators and freight carriers on the financial cost and responsibility required to properly maintain a successful Clean Truck Program. It finds that maintenance costs are financially out of reach for individual port truck drivers.