California aims to lead in environmental stewardship but contradicted this vision by Caltrain's decision to donate decommissioned diesel locomotives to Peru. Despite significant progress in reducing diesel emissions in California, this action exports pollution and hindrances global goals for clean energy. Authoring Senate Bill 30, which prohibits such transfers, highlights the hypocrisy of promoting clean energy locally while exporting harmful technology to developing nations. The bill underscores a commitment to prevent further environmental degradation and challenges Peru's opportunity to innovate with clean technologies rather than rely on outdated, polluting practices.
Exporting pollution, as Caltrain does by donating its diesel locomotives to Peru, is inconsistent with California's commitment to environmental protection and clean energy transition.
The act of donating diesel locomotives undermines the progress made in reducing emissions in California and sends a bad signal globally about clean energy standards.
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