For some, it may not be easy being green, but for others, green is the only way to be. Take the Hong Kong government for instance. They recently confirmed that electric vehicles would be coming to Hong Kong as early as next year. In an announcement by Edward Yau, Secretary for the Environment, he said incentives, along with strong policy and government backing will bring electric vehicles to the market. The variety of vehicles will include vans, minibuses and trucks.
Consumers can expect tax waivers for personal as well as commercial use. This will be done with the hopes of making Hong Kong desirable not only for additional sales, but also for the manufacturing and development of new technology.
Infrastructure to support this initiative is needed as well, as the government outlined a plan for two power companies to open charging facilities. This will further lead to a charging network, which was included in the government’s budget to promote electric vehicles.
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