Key facts
- South Coast AQMD Governing Board approved nearly $250 million in funding.
- The funding is for zero-emission switcher locomotives.
- The investment is expected to reduce 600 tons of emissions each year.
The South Coast Air Quality Management District's (South Coast AQMD) Governing Board has approved a significant investment of nearly $250 million. This funding is designated for the adoption of zero-emission switcher locomotives. The initiative is projected to yield substantial environmental benefits, with an estimated reduction of 600 tons of emissions each year. This move aligns with broader efforts towards clean technologies and reducing air pollution in the region.