CARB DELAYS proposed 2024 Amendments to the LCFS Regulations

by pinespire

CARB announced recently that they will be delaying their scheduled public hearing for amendments for the LCFS “until a later date”. There has not been an update on what the timeline is to implement new regulation but it is understood that this will present a significant delay in updated regulations being put into place. PineSpire submitted comments advocating for preserving opportunities for e-forklifts in the program by keeping the full amount of credits generated and transitioning gradually to a metering requirement.

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Changes to Forklift Carbon Credits in California: CARB releases proposed Amendments to the LCFS Regulations

by Ryan Huggins

CARB recently released final version of Proposed Amendments to the LCFS Regulation. These amendments, which impact how e-Forklifts can generate carbon credits along with many other updates, are the result of well over a year’s worth of workshop, public comment, data collection, and updated LCFS market modeling. CARB will take a vote on adopting the Proposed Amendments on March 21, 2024

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California’s Zero Emission Forklift Rule – Final Ruling!

by pinespire

The Zero Emission Forklift Rule has been in development with CARB and the final rule was published this past week. This rule is phasing out the use of propane forklifts in California and requiring the use of zero-emission engines (such as electric) instead. PineSpire has been following the rule-making closely and keeping our partners up-to-date on the latest changes throughout the process. This week, CARB released the final rule. We’ve summarized major updates for you below.

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Metering Changes to Oregon’s Clean Fuels Program (CFP) Copy

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Metering Changes to Oregon’s Clean Fuels Program (CFP)

The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has recently announced changes to the Clean Fuels Program (CFP) that will require meters on forklifts to participate in the program. These changes will go into effect in Q4-23 and are part of an effort to improve energy use reporting. If you are currently participating in the CFP or have signed up for rebates, it is important to be aware of these changes.

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Metering Changes to Oregon’s Clean Fuels Program (CFP)

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Metering Changes to Oregon’s Clean Fuels Program (CFP)

The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has recently announced changes to the Clean Fuels Program (CFP) that will require meters on forklifts to participate in the program. These changes will go into effect in Q4-23 and are part of an effort to improve energy use reporting. If you are currently participating in the CFP or have signed up for rebates, it is important to be aware of these changes.

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State of Washington approves Clean Fuel Standard

by Ryan Huggins

The State of Washington has adopted their Clean Fuel Standard (CFS) Rule and is on track to role out the program in January 2023!

The rule adoption culminates a multi-year process to implement a fuel program that will lead to decarbonization and lower greenhouse gas emissions in the state.  The CFS program is modeled on neighboring California’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard and Oregon’s Clean Fuel Program.   Here is what you need to know to make the most of this opportunity.

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PS2, PineSpire and You

by Nancy Brockman

Your PS2 Dashboard Aligns With PineSpire Values

Our values as a company include being fully transparent to our customers in our mission to provide the very best revenue stream possible, the most accurate data and reporting, and presentation of opportunities to grow your program and fleet inventory. The PS2 Platform fits perfectly with our mission and perfectly with our clients’ operations!

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Welcome to the PS2 Dashboard

by Nancy Brockman

Your PS2 Dashboard is Your Customized Portal for LCFS/CFP Management

PineSpire’s PS2 Platform may not be as fun as “Play Station”…but it is the most revolutionary way to access, understand, and manage all things LCFS/CFP and EV Fleet efficacy.  PineSpire has always provided our customers with reliable information and payments, and now with the new PS2 Platform, our customers have their own 24/7 access to their information.

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