Juan Carlos Garcia Sanchez

Juan Carlos is a Senior Researcher and PhD Student in the Transportation Technology and Policy Program at UC Davis. His work focuses on advancing an equitable transition to sustainable transportation with particular attention to communities impacted by environmental injustices. His current research centers on U.S.- Mexico binational collaboration, working to harmonize electric vehicle policies and accelerate electrification in the border region.  

Prior to his doctoral studies, JC served as a Project Policy Analyst at the UC Davis Electric Vehicle Research Center. JC holds a Bachelor’s and Master's degree in Geography and the Environment from Cal State Fullerton. JC also contributes as adjunct faculty at local community colleges.