Biofuels - 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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News - Category 'Biofuels'

Coalition supports Alliance Autogas and Fuel What Matters Campaign

Monday, January 04, 2016 - 14:51:38

Watch Industrious Productions of Western North Carolina's Biofuels Video

Sunday, September 07, 2014 - 20:11:17

Regional Biofuels Educational Workshops

Friday, July 25, 2014 - 11:35:34
Interested in switching to biofuels, learning more about biodiesel, or hearing about related business opportunities? Attend one of these Regional Biofuels Educational Workshops.

EPA Announces Funding Availability to Clean Up Diesel Engines Nationwide

Tuesday, May 06, 2014 - 17:02:33
Funding for diesel clean-up targeting cost-effective projects and poor air quality areas

WNC Biofuels Education and Outreach Initiative

Friday, January 18, 2013 - 13:38:35
Land-of-Sky Regional Council has been awarded $84,000 from the Biofuels Center of North Carolina.

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Fuel Fact of the Week

Fact #1235:Motor Vehicles Were the Top Commodity by Value Shipped from Seven States

The top commodity by value shipped out of Michigan, Indiana, Kentucky, Georgia, Missouri, Alabama, and Maryland in 2020 was motor vehicles. Electronics was the highest value commodity for nine states.

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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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