First Name: | Charlie |
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Last Name: | Bogue |
Email Address: | charlie@windwingtech.com |
Affiliation | Wind + Wing Technologies |
Subject | VW Green City - ZEV Transit Opportunities |
Comment |
To Whom It May Concern, This is a comment for the record regarding Volkswagen’s Zero Emission Vehicle Investment Commitment, and how those funds may be applied or appropriated. More specifically, our comment applies to the “Green City” section of the commitment, and within that we are focused on the ZEV transit applications and ZEV freight applications. At Wind + Wing Technology we have already completed a demonstration of our Wind Assist technology in collaboration with ARB and the BAAQMD through the AQIP program for a ferry demonstration on the San Francisco Bay. From the success of that project we now have a second demonstration vessel in design and construction for launch in Summer 2017, as well as ongoing conversations and contract negotiations with multiple clients for Zero Emission US Coast Guard certified vessel applications in California (utilizing electric and wind-assist hybrid propulsion). In addition, we have developed an application for the same Wind-Assist technology to be adapted for the maritime freight transport applications. As we have developed this market and identified the need for Zero Emissions transit alternatives for both public and freight sectors, there are a number of applications that are applicable in California. In addition Volkswagen has a distinct need to improve their market appeal and their corporate image by moving in the Zero Emission direction. While these alternatives are not related to Zero Emission Vehicles per se, we feel strongly that given that the categories were already created under the Green City commitment, that there is a ripe opportunity for a win-win development of the Zero Emission maritime transportation market. With funding from VW, we would quickly be able to scale our operations and provide exponential near-term benefits for improving the emissions for multiple communities simultaneously. We are unclear exactly how the Green City is chosen, or how the transit options fit within that city chosen, but feel that ferry and passenger transportation can benefit a wide range of population that travel to various destinations in California from port to port. We are available for any questions or clarification, and thank you for your time to include this in consideration. Best, Charlie Charlie Bogue Director of Market Development and Strategy |
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Date and Time Comment Was Submitted: 2016-12-14 09:16:30 |
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