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!)
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Alternative Fuel Accident Training
Training for first responders to deal with alternative fuel vehicle accidents.
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.
Thursday, December 13, 2018 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Biltmore Estate - Deerpark Lodge Room One Lodge Street Asheville, NC 288803
Learn about the savings and other benefits of using propane, hear the latest on autogas vehicles and fueling systems, listen to case studies by local fleets and learn about the VW Settlement and other funding opportunities. View Propane Autogas Vehicles outside.
North Carolina has submitted its plan for the state’s $92 million share of a national settlement with Volkswagen for unlawfully cheating on vehicle emissions. The Volkswagen Mitigation Plan details how the state will invest the first 33% of the funds in Phase 1 on projects to significantly reduce NOx emissions and improve air quality.
At the direction of Governor Roy Cooper, the Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Air Quality (DAQ) worked with stakeholders and people across the state to shape the proposed plan for Phase 1. Based on public feedback, there was overwhelming support for replacing school buses with new, more efficient models.
• Owner and Dealer cars on display including the Tesla Model 3 and the Chevy Bolt • See the latest plug-in electric car models • Electric Vehicle charging station demonstrations • Meet members of the Blue Ridge EV Club • Get answers to all your questions about costs, range, charging, and more!
Presenters include representatives from the WPCOG, NC Division of Energy, Mineral and Land Resources, NC Division of Water Resources, Mecklenberg County Stormwater, UNC Charlotte, NC State University, Appalachian State University, Charlotte Regional Transit System (CATS), Centralina Council of Governments, and the City of Hickory.
When Thursday, July 26, 2018 at 8:30 AM EDT -to- Friday, July 27, 2018 at 3:30 PM EDT
Monday, March 26, 2018 2:00 to 4:30 PM Land-of-Sky Regional Council Office 339 New Leicester Hwy – Suite 140 Asheville, NC 28806
DRAFT AGENDA
Light Refreshments and Pre-Event Media Interviews (1:30 – 2:00 PM)
Welcome and Introductions – Bill Eaker, Land-of-Sky Regional Council (LOSRC) (10 minutes)
State and Federal Air Quality Issues Update (Air Quality Conditions/Trends/Programs) – Mike Abraczinskas, Director, N.C. Division of Air Quality (20 minutes)
Local Agency Air Quality Update (Air Quality Conditions in Buncombe County) – Ashley Featherstone, Permitting Program Manager, WNC Regional Air Quality Agency (20 minutes)
Break (15 minutes)
A Smarter and Cleaner Energy Future for WNC – Jason Walls, District Manager and Lang Reynolds, Electric Transportation Manager, Duke Energy (20 minutes)
Efforts to Reduce Emissions from Motor Vehicles in the Region – Bill Eaker, Coordinator, Land of Sky Clean Vehicles Coalition and Ritchie Rozzelle, Transportation Demand Management Coordinator, LOSRC (15 minutes)
It’s Our Air Curriculum – Keith Bamberger, N.C. Division of Air Quality (15 minutes)
Question and Answer Session – The Press (30 minutes)
Closing Remarks – Bill Eaker, LOSRC (5 minutes)
Sponsors: Regional Clean Air Campaign, N.C. Division of Air Quality, WNC Regional Air Quality Agency, Land of Sky Clean Vehicles Coalition
Thanks to Buncombe County Government TV for their support!
For more Information, Contact: Bill Eaker, LOSRC, 828-734-7434 cell
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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.
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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