AchiEVe 2026 Policy Guide Equips States & Communities to Advance Electric Transportation

A new edition of the AchiEVe policy guide has been released, offering a comprehensive toolkit designed to help states, communities, utilities, and advocates accelerate the shift towards electric transportation. Developed collaboratively by the Sierra Club, Electrification Coalition, Forth, and Plug In America, the guide draws on over five years of practical experience to highlight effective policies and initiatives from across the United States. It aims to support local and state leaders in expanding access to electric vehicles (EVs), reducing transportation costs, improving air quality, and fostering economic growth despite recent federal setbacks. The guide underscores the growing momentum for transportation electrification at the state and local levels, particularly as federal programmes and incentives face challenges. It presents proven strategies that have been successfully implemented nationwide, offering adaptable solutions tailored to the unique needs of different communities. By showcasing real-world examples, the AchiEVe guide serves as a valuable resource for policymakers seeking to design impactful clean transportation policies that benefit families, businesses, and local economies. Key voices from the organisations behind the guide emphasise the critical role of transportation electrification in addressing economic, environmental, and national security concerns. Katherine García of the Sierra Club highlights the guide’s focus on lowering fuel costs and reducing climate pollution, while Ben Prochazka from the Electrification Coalition stresses the importance of state and local leadership amid rising gasoline prices and global instability. Similarly, Jeff Allen of Forth and Joel Levin of Plug In America point to the guide’s role in fostering collaboration and replicating successful policies to improve public health, air quality, and economic resilience. Looking ahead, the AchiEVe policy guide is positioned as a key instrument for communities aiming to scale up EV adoption and e-mobility options. It encourages jurisdictions to learn from best practices and leverage proven policy frameworks to accelerate the transition to cleaner, more equitable transportation systems. As interest in electric transportation continues to grow, this resource may prove essential in helping local and state governments navigate the challenges and opportunities of electrification in the coming years.