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Fireside Chat featuring Congressman Robert Garcia

Weston LaBar of Cargomatic converses with US Representative Robert Garcia about the pioneering environmental regulations at the Ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles. These ports are emerging as models for electrification and sustainable practices. The discussion highlights the significant strides being made in green port initiatives in Southern California.

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The Ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles are leading in environmental regulations.

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Electrification and clean energy adoption are key focus areas.

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The initiatives serve as models for sustainable practices nationally.

Join Cargomatic Chief Spokesperson and SVP for Industrial Relations Weston LaBar for a conversation with newly elected US Representative Robert Garcia discussing Southern California's "greenest sustainable laws anywhere in the country" as the Ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles lead the way on electrification and "really being green ports".

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Weston Labar

Chief Spokesperson and SVP for Industrial Relations at Cargomatic

Weston LaBar is the Chief Spokesperson and Senior Vice President for Industrial Relations at Cargomatic. He plays a key role in bridging relationships between Cargomatic and the broader logistics and transportation sectors. His work focuses on enhancing industrial relations and communication within the industry.

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Robert Garcia is a newly elected US Representative. He actively engages in discussions about sustainable laws and initiatives in Southern California, particularly in relation to port electrification and environmental practices.

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