Breakthrough Technologies Institute - Fuel Cells 2000
Breakthrough Technologies Institute - Fuel Cells 2000
Breakthrough Technologies Institute - Fuel Cells 2000
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SB 2220, passed in 2005, promotes the use of alternative fuels and vehicles among<br />
citizens and in state fleets.<br />
For the years 2006-2010, individuals that purchase a hybrid or AFV, which can be<br />
powered by ethanol, low-sulfur diesel, CNG, LNG, and hydrogen will register for a<br />
special placard and receive a number of incentives, including: an income tax deduction<br />
of $<strong>2000</strong>; a waiver for the initial $27.50 application fee for the Fast Lane Transponder;<br />
waiver of emissions inspections for hybrids getting at least an EPA-estimated 50 mpg<br />
city; right to travel in HOV lanes regardless of passengers for three years following the<br />
enactment of the bill; discounts or free parking in municipalities which choose to<br />
participate.<br />
Additionally, a $10 million bond would establish a fund controlled by the Division of<br />
Energy Resources to assist municipalities and regional transit authorities in building<br />
alternative fuel stations on public lands and acquiring AFVs or hybrids. State fleet<br />
requirements are also outlined in the bill.<br />
Contact:<br />
Massachusetts Department of Revenue<br />
PO Box 7010<br />
Boston, MA 02204<br />
Phone: (800) 392-6089 or (617) 887-MDOR<br />
Web: www.dor.state.ma.us<br />
Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles<br />
Phone: (800) 858-3926 or (617) 351-4500<br />
Web: www.mass.gov/rmv<br />
Massachusetts Division of Energy Resources<br />
100 Cambridge St., Suite 1020<br />
Boston, MA 02114<br />
Phone: (617) 727-4732<br />
Fax: (617) 727-0030<br />
E-mail: DOER.Energy@State.MA.US<br />
Web: www.mass.gov/doer<br />
5. PARTNERSHIPS<br />
Massachusetts Hydrogen Coalition<br />
www.massh2.org<br />
The Massachusetts Hydrogen Coalition (MHC) was formed in 2004 with the express<br />
purpose of expanding the hydrogen, fuel cell and related industries in Massachusetts.<br />
MHC is working with the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative and industry,<br />
university and government representatives to develop the Massachusetts Hydrogen and<br />
<strong>Fuel</strong> Cell Road Map. The Road Map process will be a collaborative process resulting in<br />
a set of recommendations to be submitted to the State Legislature on June 15, 2006,<br />
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