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Matt Casale

is the transportation campaign director for U.S. PIRG, a nonprofit organization that advocates for the public interest and speaks out for a healthier, safer world in which we’re freer to pursue our own individual well-being and the common good. Matt works on the local, state and federal levels to bring about policy changes that will reduce the need to drive, electrify buses and electrify cars — so the easiest, cheapest and most pleasant ways to travel are also the cleanest and healthiest. Matt lives in Boston with his wife and two daughters.
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Texas Blackouts Show Us How Electric Vehicles Can Help Solve Big Problems

EVs can help power homes and buildings in disasters — but only if automakers, utilities, local emergency planners and regulators start working on it now.
February 24, 2021
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Matt Casale
EVs can help power homes and buildings in disasters — but only if automakers, utilities, local emergency planners and regulators start working on it now.
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Working From Home During the Pandemic Has Environmental Benefits — But We Can Do Even Better

Transportation, especially commuting, plays an oversized role on global-warming emissions and air pollution. Here’s how much telework matters, and what we can do to improve.
May 18, 2020
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Matt Casale
Transportation, especially commuting, plays an oversized role on global-warming emissions and air pollution. Here’s how much telework matters, and what we can do to improve.

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