VECAN Conference 2022 Workshop:
Transforming Transportation – Maximizing the Short Term While Planning for the Long Term

Transportation – our rural state’s largest source of greenhouse gas emissions – is a critical sector to tackle not only to reduce greenhouse gas emissions significantly, but also to ensure that we build a mobility system that is accessible and affordable for everyone. This workshop covered the latest on vehicle electrification, electric vehicle charging incentives, and other programs available via new state and federal funding opportunities, including the Inflation Reduction Act. Also, hear how our state can be looking ahead and planning for a cleaner, more diversified and accessible transportation system with strategies like Transportation Demand Management, Smart Growth, Complete Streets, and creative micro transit solutions to support rural residents in getting where they need to go.

Panelists:

• Dave Roberts, Drive Electric Vermont Coordinator, Vermont Energy Investment Corporation

• Kati Gallagher, Sustainable Communities Program Director, Vermont Natural Resources Council

• Randy Schoonmaker, CEO of Southeast Vermont Transit