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Los Angeles Times
05-06-2025
- Automotive
- Los Angeles Times
TRC's Cliff Gladstein Receives Breath of Life Award for Lifetime Leadership in Clean Transportation and Energy
Gladstein serves as a senior leader on the Clean Transportation Solutions team at TRC, where he drives market strategy to accelerate the adoption of low- and zero-emission commercial transportation technologies Breathe Southern California has presented its 2025 Breath of Life Award to Cliff Gladstein, a nationally recognized environmental advocate and founding president of Gladstein, Neandross & Associates (GNA), for his decades of leadership in accelerating the adoption of clean fuels and zero-emission technologies. The award was presented at the SLS Hotel Beverly Hills during the organization's gala celebrating its 122-year legacy of advancing clean air through research, education and advocacy. Gladstein, whose firm was acquired by TRC Companies in 2023, now serves as a senior leader on the Clean Transportation Solutions team at TRC, continuing to guide nationwide efforts to reduce emissions from the commercial transportation sector. 'Cliff Gladstein is extremely deserving of being named our Breath of Life Award recipient,' said Marc Carrel, president & CEO of Breathe Southern California, the nonprofit organization presenting the honor. 'Cliff is a pioneer in the clean transportation and clean energy industries and was involved before most people knew what alternative fuels and EVs were. The world of transportation and energy has changed dramatically since the 1990s and many of those changes wouldn't have happened if it were not for the leadership and hard work of Cliff Gladstein. He pushed policymakers and vehicle makers to understand the benefits of transitioning to cleaner cars, trucks, buses, ships and aircraft. That has made our air cleaner and our families healthier.' In 1993, Gladstein founded Gladstein, Neandross & Associates (GNA), then known as Gladstein & Associates (G&A), to accelerate the deployment of low- and zero-emission vehicles, ultra-low carbon fuels and infrastructure for commercial transportation. That work continues at TRC, where Gladstein's team has managed more clean fleet deployment projects than any other firm in North America, facilitated the development of some of the world's largest alternative fuel corridors and secured more than $2 billion in grants and funding for clean transportation projects. The team has also created leading educational conferences to help fleets and stakeholders navigate the transition to sustainable transportation solutions. Gladstein's key career milestones include serving as the principal consultant on the drafting of the first Clean Air Plan for the city of Los Angeles in the early 1990s and creating the Interstate Clean Transportation Corridor (ICTC) project in the mid-1990s to promote the use of clean alternative fuels in goods movement, which led to the deployment of clean natural gas and electric trucks – reducing diesel fuel use by billions of gallons. 'I am deeply honored to receive the Breath of Life Award from Breathe Southern California,' said Gladstein. 'This recognition underscores the collective efforts of our TRC team and our commitment to advancing clean fuels and transportation technologies. We are making significant strides in improving air quality and promoting sustainable energy solutions, and I am proud to be part of this transformative journey.' Each year, Breathe Southern California presents its Breath of Life Award to honor individuals whose leadership has significantly contributed to cleaner air and healthier communities. Information was sourced from TRC. To learn more, contact Lmarkle@
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
WattEV Honored with Innovation Award for Advanced Electric Trucking
Leader in zero-emission freight recognized by Breathe Southern California for accelerating transportation electrification Breath of Life Honorees LOS ANGELES, May 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WattEV, the nation's leading provider of heavy-duty electrification services and charging infrastructure, has been honored with the Innovation Award by Breathe Southern California. The non-profit organization recognized WattEV as a community leader for its forward-thinking approach to accelerating the transition to zero-emission freight transport. Presented at the Breath of Life Awards ceremony on May 13 at the SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills, the Innovation Award celebrates organizations that align with Breathe Southern California's mission to promote clean air and healthy lungs. Past recipients include Toyota, BMW Group, Cummins and the Volvo LIGHTS project. Breathe Southern California works with local experts, community members and policymakers to advocate for the best practices in reclaiming the air everyone breathes, and protecting the lungs of the 200,000 Southern California children with asthma. The organization's focus is to promote education, support and early diagnosis of respiratory-related conditions, prevent lung disease by addressing major causes such as air pollution, conduct research on lung diseases and advocate for clean technology solutions to air pollution and climate change. 'We're honored to receive this recognition for our company's efforts to improve the air quality in the communities we serve,' WattEV President Umar Javed said on receiving the award. 'With our network of five charging depots in Southern California, plans for 15 more throughout California, and a growing fleet of zero-emission trucks serving small fleets and owner-operations, we're committed to building a cleaner, more sustainable freight ecosystem.' WattEV plans to expand its infrastructure in Southern California by 40 percent this year and launch services in Northern California this summer. Through its proprietary freight optimization platform, expanding fleet of electric Class 8 trucks and strategically located, high-powered charging depots, WattEV is uniquely positioned to meet the stringent demands of premier logistics companies and shippers requiring on-time pickup and delivery of freight at the right price. To learn more about WattEV, visit About WattEV WattEV's mission is to accelerate the transition of U.S. trucking transport to zero- emissions. Through a combination of business and technology innovations, WattEV creates charging infrastructure and data-driven workflows, providing truckers and fleet operators with the lowest total cost of ownership. WattEV's goal is to place 12,000 heavy-duty electric trucks on California roads by 2030, exceeding existing forecasts. The company currently operates five truck charging depots in California and has another 15 sites under development. The company plans to have 100 charging stations in operation by 2035. WattEV Media ContactMichael CoatesWattEV408.399.9081media@ A photo accompanying this announcement is available at in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
TRC's Cliff Gladstein Receives Breath of Life Award for Lifetime Leadership in Clean Transportation and Energy
Gladstein serves as a senior leader on the Clean Transportation Solutions team at TRC, where he drives market strategy to accelerate the adoption of low- and zero-emission commercial transportation technologies Cliff Gladstein receives the Breath of Life Award WINDSOR, Conn., May 14, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Breathe Southern California has presented its 2025 Breath of Life Award to Cliff Gladstein, a nationally recognized environmental advocate and founding president of Gladstein, Neandross & Associates (GNA), for his decades of leadership in accelerating the adoption of clean fuels and zero-emission technologies. The award was presented on May 13 at the SLS Hotel Beverly Hills during the organization's gala celebrating its 122-year legacy of advancing clean air through research, education, and advocacy. Gladstein, whose firm was acquired by TRC Companies in 2023, now serves as a senior leader on the Clean Transportation Solutions team at TRC, continuing to guide nationwide efforts to reduce emissions from the commercial transportation sector. 'Cliff Gladstein is extremely deserving of being named our Breath of Life Award® recipient,' said Marc Carrel, President & CEO of Breathe Southern California, the nonprofit organization presenting the honor. 'Cliff is a pioneer in the clean transportation and clean energy industries and was involved before most people knew what alternative fuels and EVs were. The world of transportation and energy has changed dramatically since the 1990s and many of those changes wouldn't have happened if it were not for the leadership and hard work of Cliff Gladstein. He pushed policymakers and vehicle makers to understand the benefits of transitioning to cleaner cars, trucks, buses, ships and aircraft. That has made our air cleaner and our families healthier.' In 1993, Gladstein founded Gladstein, Neandross & Associates (GNA), then known as Gladstein & Associates (G&A), to accelerate the deployment of low- and zero-emission vehicles, ultra-low carbon fuels, and infrastructure for commercial transportation. That work continues at TRC, where Gladstein's team has managed more clean fleet deployment projects than any other firm in North America, facilitated the development of some of the world's largest alternative fuel corridors, and secured more than $2 billion in grants and funding for clean transportation projects. The team has also created leading educational conferences to help fleets and stakeholders navigate the transition to sustainable transportation solutions. Gladstein's key career milestones include: Served as the principal consultant on the drafting of the first Clean Air Plan for the City of Los Angeles in the early 1990s. Created the Interstate Clean Transportation Corridor (ICTC) project in the mid-1990s to promote use of clean alternative fuels in goods movement, which led to the deployment of clean natural gas and electric trucks—reducing diesel fuel use by billions of gallons. Worked directly with Carl Moyer on the development of the ICTC. Moyer, among the first scientists to advocate for replacing diesel trucks as a policy priority, coined the phrase that inspired Gladstein's decades-long work: 'It's the trucks, stupid.' Oversaw clean truck project deployments, starting with funding for 25 LNG gas trucks and an LNG fueling station at Harris Ranch—the first of thousands of low- and zero-emission trucks and hundreds of fueling and charging stations. Helped lead the passage of legislation establishing the Texas Emission Reduction Plan (TERP), perhaps second only to California in investing in heavy-duty emission reduction deployment projects. In the early 2000s, partnered with Waste Management (WM) to secure mobile emission reduction credits for the Otay Mesa energy project—the first time that mobile sources were used to generate credits for stationary projects. This groundbreaking program fueled a major transition to natural gas refuse trucks and improved air quality in residential neighborhoods. Co-lead the Hydrogen Energy California project, which expanded understanding of hydrogen as a strategy to reduce pollution, address climate change, and diversify energy resources. Led the creation of the conferences Renewable Gas 360, Rethink Methane, and the California Hydrogen Leadership Summit—events focused on educating Sacramento policymakers on the important role of renewable gases and hydrogen in California's clean energy future. 'I am deeply honored to receive the Breath of Life Award from Breathe Southern California,' said Cliff Gladstein. 'This recognition underscores the collective efforts of our TRC team and our commitment to advancing clean fuels and transportation technologies. We are making significant strides in improving air quality and promoting sustainable energy solutions, and I am proud to be part of this transformative journey.' Gladstein holds a BA in both Public Policy and Religion (Duke University), a master's in Middle Eastern Studies (University of Texas at Austin), a master's in political science (UCLA), and a master's in urban planning (UCLA). Throughout his career, Gladstein has served as: Chairman of the board for both Heal the Bay and the Coalition for Clean Air President of the California League of Conservation Voters Education Fund Vice president of the California League of Conservation Voters Advisor to the USC Sustainable Cities Program Advisor to the Duke University Nicholas Institute for Environmental Policy Solutions Lecturer at UCLA's Institute for Environment and Sustainability, where he taught Leadership in Air Quality Policy for seven years Breathe Southern California is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving lung health and advancing clean air initiatives across the region. The organization promotes education, early diagnosis, and support for individuals with respiratory conditions—while also advocating for clean technologies, sustainable energy solutions, and public policies that reduce air pollution and fight climate change. Each year, Breathe Southern California presents its Breath of Life Award to honor individuals whose leadership has significantly contributed to cleaner air and healthier communities. About TRC Companies TRC stands for adaptability. With direction setting perspectives and partnerships, our 8,000+ tested practitioners in advisory, consulting, construction, engineering and management services deliver unique resolutions that answer any built or natural imperative. By creating new pathways for the world to thrive, we help our clients adapt to change and achieve long-lasting results while solving the challenges of making the Earth a better place to live — community by community and project by project. TRC is ranked #17 on ENR's list of the Top 500 Design Firms, #5 for Power and #3 for Transmission & Distribution. Learn more at and follow us on LinkedIn. 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