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. (See our photo gallery!)
Station Locator
Find alternative fueling stations in your area. Click here.
Alternative Fuel Accident Training
Training for first responders to deal with alternative fuel vehicle accidents.
Free Workshop! Autonomous and connected vehicles will have a significant impact on the way we live, commute and travel in the future. This Autonomous and Connected Vehicles Workshop will provide insights to the many potential benefits and challenges of these technologies and host a facilitated community discussion.
Friday, January 24 from 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM
NC Arboretum - Education Center 20 Frederick Law Olmstead Way Asheville, NC 28806
Join the Land of Sky Clean Vehicles Coalition and the Triangle Clean Cities Coalition to learn more about renewable natural gas technologies and their potential applications in North Carolina. This event is free of cost to attendees and lunch will be provided!
Asheville Workshop (Register Here) Contact: Bill Eaker, Land of Sky Regional Council 828-734-7434, bill@landofsky.org
Triangle Workshop (Register Here) Contact: Andrea Eilers, Triangle J Council of Governments- Triangle Clean Cities 919-558-2705, aeilers@tjcog.org
Just in time for the beginning of the new year, the 2020 Fuel Economy Guide is now available at FuelEconomy.gov. The Guide is published annually by the U.S. Department of Energy and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and offers data on current model year (MY) vehicles.
This year’s guide provides fuel economy ratings for more than 1,000 light-duty vehicles.
FuelEconomy.gov is federal government website that helps consumers make informed fuel economy choices when purchasing a vehicle and helps them achieve the best fuel economy possible from the cars they own.
FuelEconomy.gov is maintained by the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE’s) Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy with data provided by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The site helps fulfill DOE and EPA’s responsibility under the Energy Policy Act of 1992 to provide accurate fuel economy information to consumers.
The Coalition had several alt fuel vehicles in the Cherokee Indian Fair Parade on October 8th. Thanks to the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians Air Quality Office for partnering with us and providing their Chevy Volt and great handouts for the kids. The Air Avenger had a swell time interacting with all the kids! Come see us at the November 23 Asheville and December 9 Waynesville Holiday parades!
The North Carolina Clean Energy Technology Center (NCCETC) and NC Department of Transportation (NCDOT) are hosting four public Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Information & Input Sessions at four locations across the state from March 22 to 29, 2019.
Governor Roy Cooper has instructed state agencies to make plans to promote clean energy in Executive Order 80. As part of this effort, the NCDOT is creating a statewide plan to promote the use of clean transportation technologies and is looking for your input. You're invited to join one of our public planning meetings to learn more and provide feedback.
Sessions:
Asheville Friday, March 22 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Land of Sky Regional Council 339 New Leicester Hwy # 140, Asheville, NC 28806
Raleigh Tuesday, March 26 1 - 5 p.m. McKimmon Conference & Training Center 1101 Gorman St, Raleigh, NC 27606
Charlotte Wednesday, March 27 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Centralina Council of Governments 9815 David Taylor Dr #100, Charlotte, NC 28262
Kinston Friday, March 29 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Woodmen Community Center 2602 W Vernon Ave, Kinston, NC 28504
NCCETC’s planning partners include the Land of Sky Clean Vehicles Coalition, Centralina Clean Fuels Coalition, and the Triangle Clean Cities Coalition.
For more information contact Rick Sapienza, Director of the Clean Transportation Program at the NC Clean Energy Technology Center, at resapien@ncsu.edu or (919) 515-2788.
Wow, Clean Cities Coordinators sure are dedicated folks! They will do just about anything to promote alternative fueled vehicles and improve air quality! That includes becoming “The Air Avenger” superhero and educating hundreds of citizens attending Western North Carolina’s holiday parades.
The Alternative Fuels and Advanced Vehicles Data Center
Alternative Fuels Station Locator
Fuel Economy and Vehicle Comparisons
Fuel Fact of the Week
Fact #1167: Median Driving Range of All-Electric Vehicles Tops 250 Miles for Model Year 2020
Since 2011, significant improvements in battery technologies and overall EV efficiency have led to an expanding number of EV models and increased driving ranges. The median EPA estimated range for all EV models offered in the 2020 model year exceeded 250 miles. The 2020 model year also marked the first year that an EV achieved an EPA estimated maximum range of more than 400 miles.
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.
Saturday, January 11, 2020 - 10:24:30 
Since 2011, significant improvements in battery technologies and overall EV efficiency have led to an expanding number of EV models and increased driving ranges. The median EPA estimated range for all EV models offered in the 2020 model year exceeded 250 miles. The 2020 model year also marked the first year that an EV achieved an EPA estimated maximum range of more than 400 miles.
