Upcoming Event - Land-of-Sky Clean Vehicles Coalition

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The Council is pleased to announce that the US Department of Energy has officially designated the Land-of-Sky Clean Vehicles Coalition as the 86th Clean Cities Coalition in the nation.
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Alternative Fuel Accident Training

Training for first responders to deal with alternative fuel vehicle accidents.

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Upcoming Events for All!

Friday, September 01, 2017 - 11:46:15

Free Electric Car Show

Saturday, August 26, 2017 - 09:24:50

Ozone Season Kickoff Event and Press Conference

Sunday, March 12, 2017 - 11:45:59
You are invited to the Annual Ozone Season Kickoff Event and Press Conference on March 20. Local, state and federal government air quality officials will discuss air quality conditions, trends and programs.

North Carolina Sheriffs and Police Chiefs: Alternative Fuel Training Conference

Sunday, March 12, 2017 - 11:28:55
Alternative Fuel Training Conference

WNC Air Quality Accepting Nominations

Friday, February 03, 2017 - 08:17:17
Through the annual Clean Air Excellence Awards Program, the Western North Carolina Regional Air Quality Agency (WNCRAQA) will recognize businesses

Richard Louv to speak at YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly in Black Mountain September 22nd

Monday, September 12, 2016 - 10:46:23
On Thursday, September 22, Richard Louv, author of nine books about the connections between family, nature and community, will speak at the YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly in Black Mountain.

Upcoming Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies and EV committee Meeting

Friday, August 26, 2016 - 09:06:13
Please join us for these upcoming events. All interested are invited!

The Compelling Case for Natural Gas Vehicles Workshop

Monday, June 23, 2014 - 14:08:52
Learn about all aspects of using natural gas vehicles in your fleet and how you can save money, the environment and help our nation achieve energy independence.

Land of Sky Propane AutoGas Roadshow

Wednesday, November 20, 2013 - 08:40:26
Please save the date for the 2nd annual Land of Sky Propane AutoGas Roadshow scheduled for Thursday, November 21st 9:30 am to 1:00 pm

Register Now: First Responders Training for Alternative Fueled Vehicles in the Asheville Metro Region

Thursday, September 12, 2013 - 08:42:11

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Fact #999: Despite Rise in Vehicle Miles of Travel, Highway Pollutants in 2016 Are Less Than Half as in 2002

Due to improvements in fuels and vehicle technologies, the total amount of airborne pollutants emitted from highway vehicles has declined considerably. Since 2002 highway emissions declined for carbon monoxide (CO), nitrogen oxides (NOx), volatile organic compounds (VOC), and particulate matter (PM) despite increases in the number of highway vehicles and vehicle miles of travel (VMT).

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Question of the Month

How is fuel economy determined and reported for alternative fuel vehicles?

Last month we learned about how the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) determines and reports conventional light-duty vehicle fuel economy ratings. While alternative fuel vehicle (AFV) fuel economy testing is largely similar to that of conventional fuels, the EPA makes some adjustments to account for different vehicle technology and fuel energy content. By tailoring AFV fuel economy testing and reporting, the EPA is able to provide apples-to-apples comparisons and allow consumers to make informed decisions.

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