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CleanEarth4Kids.org is for 100% zero-emissions for all harbor
craft.

Ships are one of the worst air polluters in California and toxic
exhaust from harbor craft are a major cancer risk for those living
near the ports of Los Angeles, Long Beach, San Diego and Oakland. 
This is about racial, social, climate and environmental justice as
disadvantaged communities and communities of color suffer the most
from harbor pollution.

California must take steps to stop the use of diesel and other
fossil fuels.  We have the technology to move commercial harbor
craft to 100% zero-emission right now.

We ask CARB to strengthen the Commercial Harbor Craft rule:

Require a 100% zero-emissions transition for all harbor craft by
2035, including tugboats and barges
Revisit the rule regularly to maximize emission reductions as new
technology and innovations are developed
Increase funding for zero-emissions replacements and retrofits

A strong zero-emission harbor craft rule is estimated to save $5.25
billion a year in health costs which is 2.5x more than the cost of
implementation.  Air pollution is linked to asthma, decreased lung
function, heart disease, cancer, neurological issues like
alzheimers and parkinsons along with other serious health
problems.

Please take strong action to protect our air and stop the use of
diesel and other fossil fuels in our ports and harbors.


Thank you. 


Sincerely,

Suzanne M. Hume
CleanEarth4Kids.org