The agreement provides funding under the inflation reduction act to northeastern illinois railroad corporation (METRA) to replace in-use, non-zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles with new zero-emission…

The agreement provides funding under the inflation reduction act to northeastern illinois railroad corporation (METRA) to replace in-use, non-zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles with new zero-emission vehicles to reduce air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions in EPA region 5. The recipient will replace 3 eligible vehicles with comparable, eligible zero-emission vehicles under the vocational vehicles sub-program, resulting in cleaner air and improved health for communities in cook county, illinois. Activities:the activities include replacing eligible internal combustion engine class 7 vehicles with eligible zero-emission vehicles; purchasing, installing, operating, and maintaining charging and fueling equipment to maintain the new zero-emission vehicles; and providing workforce development and training to support the maintenance, charging, fueling, and operation of the new zero-emission vehicles. Subrecipient:no subawards are included in this assistance agreement.outcomes:the anticipated deliverables include replacing 3 diesel or gasoline vehicles with 3 zero-emission vehicles and installing 3 AC level 2 charging units. Training will be provided to vehicle operators and electricians about how to properly operate and maintain the zero-electric buses and chargers, and community forums will be held to engage with and educate the community. The expected outcomes include improved ambient air quality, reduction of greenhouse gas emissions, improved community health, decreased exposure to exhaust emissions, reduced idling, and increased public awareness of the benefits of electric vehicles. The intended beneficiaries include northeastern illinois railroad corporation and residents of disadvantaged communities who will benefit from improved ambient air quality in communities in which the vehicles operate.