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Hackensack NJ, Bergen County Executive Jim Tedesco participated in the Bergen Volunteer Center’s Friday Forum “SUPERCHARGED” on the topic of electric vehicles. Transitioning away from combustion engines to alternative fuel vehicles (AFV’s) is an important step towards reducing emissions, yet, up until 2021, it was nearly impossible for counties and local municipalities to procure AFV’s including of hybrid, electric, hydrogen, and fuel cell vehicles through capital funds. Being a priority for my administration, our team at the County had been working with the Bergen legislative delegation since 2018 to change NJ fiscal bond law to allow these purchases just like any other SUV or truck and thankfully the change was signed into law last November.

Continue reading Bergen County Sets Goal to Have EV Charging Stations in Every County Park and at Every Public County Facility

As we become more and more aware of the world around us, it only makes sense that we contribute to somehow making the world a better place to live in. Caring for the environment is a global responsibility that everyone should take part in so that we can all live on a healthy and safe planet. Traveling is one of the leading causes of environmental problems as different means of transportation emit harmful gases that can negatively affect the planet. It does not matter how short or long the distance you are traveling is, if you are using a motor vehicle that emits gases, you will still be contributing to the greater risk that affects the environment. However, nowadays, there are some ways to get around this issue and travel safely without affecting the planet in a negative way. Here is how you can easily get around while managing to be environmentally friendly.

Continue reading How To Easily Get Around And Still Be Environment Friendly