San Francisco Bay Area Plant Ordered to Halt Toxic Emissions by Tesla

Money | June 26, 2024, 9:14 p.m.

Tesla's electric vehicle manufacturing facility in Fremont, Calif., has received over 100 violations for releasing toxic emissions into the atmosphere in the last five years, the Bay Area Air Quality Management District announced. The violations, which can emit hundreds of pounds of illegal air pollution each, are mainly attributed to the facility's paint shop operations. The district plans to issue an abatement order requiring Tesla to hire an independent consultant and develop a plan to control toxic emissions. Failure to comply could lead to severe consequences, as Tesla's violations pose a significant risk to public health and air quality in the surrounding community. This announcement comes as Tesla faces a recall of its Cybertruck pickup for the fourth time and recently settled a case involving mishandling hazardous waste. It is essential that Tesla takes immediate action to address these environmental issues and comply with regulations to ensure the health and safety of nearby residents.