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To recognize and celebrate National Drive Electric Month 2025 in Columbus, Ohio
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WHEREAS, National Drive Electric Month 2025, which takes place September 12 through October 12, celebrates the transition to hybrid and plug-in electric vehicles by drivers across the country; and
WHEREAS, fossil-fuel vehicles are responsible for 30% of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions and are a contributing factor to air pollution and climate change, threatening the health of our citizens and the sustainability of our planet; and
WHEREAS, the transportation sector needs support to move toward the adoption of clean energy technology, including plug-in electric vehicles, that reduces our dependence on foreign fuels and supports a healthy environment and economy; and
WHEREAS, Columbus, Ohio through the Columbus Climate Action Plan is dedicated to being a leader in the use of clean energy, establishing policies and programs that conserve energy, and promote sustainability; and
WHEREAS, September 12 to October 12, 2025 has been designated as National Drive Electric Month throughout the United States to educate our residents about the benefits of plug-in electric vehicles and to promote their adoption; and
WHEREAS, Drive Electric Columbus will host their 10th Annual National Drive Electric Month Event on Saturday, September 20th from 12:00 - 4:00 pm at Germain Cadillac of Easton in Columbus, Ohio; now, therefore
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLUMBUS: That this Council does hereby recognize and celebrate Drive Electric Month from September 12 to October 12, 2025 and encourages members of our community to attend the Drive Electric Columbus Event on Saturday, September 20th.