Environmental Studies and Forestry

California's zero-emission vehicle adoption brings air quality benefits yet equity gaps persist

Q. Yu, B. Y. He, et al.

This study uncovers significant disparities in zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) ownership in California, particularly between disadvantaged communities and their counterparts. Conducted by Qiao Yu, Brian Yueshuai He, Jiaqi Ma, and Yifang Zhu, the research highlights the urgent need for targeted policies to alleviate pollution burdens, especially for racial and ethnic minorities, paving the way for a cleaner future.