Green Fleet Education Session - Storm Water Pollution Prevention 8.10.16

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South Shore Clean Cities Inc.
Carl Lisek
Executive Director
South Shore Clean Cities

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Department of Energy Clean Cities Program
Clean Cities Mission
To advance the energy, economic, and environmental security of the U.S.
by supporting local decisions to reduce petroleum use in transportation.
• Sponsored by the DOE’s Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy's
Vehicle Technologies Office
• Established in 1993 in response to the Energy Policy Act (EPACT) 1992
• Companion program to the EPACT mandates requiring certain fleets to acquire
AFVs (Federal, State, and Fuel Provider Fleets)
• Provides a framework for businesses and governments to work together as a
coalition to enhance markets
• Major Emphasis: Deployment of alternative fuels and advanced vehicle
technologies (i.e. vehicles and fueling infrastructure)
• Program Goal: Reduce U.S. petroleum use by 2.5 billion gallons per year by 2020

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Alternative Fuels and Vehicles
• Biodiesel
• Electricity
• Ethanol (E85)
• Hydrogen
• Natural gas
• Propane
Fuel Blends
• Biodiesel/diesel blends (B2, B5, B20)
• Ethanol/gasoline blends (E10)
• Hydrogen/natural gas blends (HCNG)
Clean Cities Program Portfolio of Technologies
Hybrids
• Light- and Heavy-duty HEVs
• PHEVs
Fuel Economy
• Fuel efficiency
• Behavioral changes
• Vehicle maintenance initiatives
• Vehicle miles traveled (VMT)
Idle Reduction
• Heavy-duty trucks
• School buses
• Truck stop electrification

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The Clean Cities Model

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~ 100 coalitions serving 80% of the US population ~
Thousands of stakeholders from businesses, city/state governments, transportation industry, community based organizations, utilities and fuel providers
Local Community Partnerships:
National Network of Coalitions

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IMPACT: Northern IN Petroleum & GHG Emission
Reduction Achieved in 2014
In 2012 South Shore Clean Cities was recognized by DOE Clean Cities for the:
• Greatest Increase in Biodiesel Fuel Use &
• Top Overall Improvement in Petroleum Savings.
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Northwestern Indiana Green Fleet Program
GOAL:
Outreach/Education and Programs to reduce transportation related
emissions and improve air quality and reduce barriers to the adoption of
alternative fuels throughout Indiana!
APPROACH
•ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
•Heater pilot program (School & Transit)
•Developing Green Fleet program in several pilot communities, Businesses
(fleet audits and developing plans for greening fleets)
OUTREACH/EDUCATION
•Events
•Webinars
•Green Radio Network radio show
•Trainings

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Midwest DRIVES Initiative
Midwest DRIVES offers fleets opportunities to test a range of alternative fuel
vehicles in day-to-day
operations. The initiative includes:
• FREE demos of alternative fuel vehicles (including CNG, Propane, Hybrid,
EV, Efficiency and Biofuel
vehicles in light, medium, and heavy-duty applications)
• FREE data logging on demo vehicles provided by FleetCarma (vehicle
performance metrics to guide your decisions)
• FREE case studies & analysis comparing alternative fuel vehicles vs.
conventional vehicle performance on your routes, with your drivers
• Technical support & resources from industry experts and experienced
Clean Cities Coalition staff in Ohio, Michigan, and Indiana.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:

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The Green Radio Network
“A Green Network for a Greener Tomorrow”
The Green Radio Network promotes green projects across
the United States and focuses on current topics for the
environment. The intent of the program is to enhance
overall understanding of green projects and programs
while conversing about all of their potential benefits.

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SSCC’s 4th
Annual Clean Air Golf Outing
5 REASONS YOU NEED TO ATTEND
ONE...
TWO...
THREE...
FOUR...
FIVE...
Network with individuals who are driving
Indiana ‘s sustainable transportation forward
Leave the course feeling like a winner with
goodie bags, prizes, and silent auction bids
Celebrate the successes achieved by our
members and partners and learn how you
can create your own success story!
Test out your golf game at the beautiful
Innsbrook Country Club
Be part of the largest clean air golf outing
event in the Midwest
Don’t miss out on this great opportunity!
When: Tuesday, September 27, 2016
Where:
Time:
Price:
Check-in begins 10:30 am CST
Lunch Starts 11:30 am CST
Shotgun Start 12 pm CST
Dinner Starts at 5 pm CST
$100 Per Person
$30 for dinner only
Innsbrook Country Club
6701 Taft St. Merrillville, IN 46410

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Coming up Next…
“A Green Network for a Greener Tomorrow”
Driving Efficiency Workshop for
Over the Road Trucks
WHEN: Wednesday, October 12, 2016
WHERE: Fair Oaks Farms
856 N. 600 E. | Fair Oaks, IN 47943
TIME: 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Central Time
(Lunch will be provided)
During this workshop, you will hear from truck users on the technologies they have
implemented on their vehicles and how you can take advantage of idle reduction and
fuel efficient savings. There is no charge to participate, and all are welcome to attend.

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Coming up Next…
“A Green Network for a Greener Tomorrow”
Stormwater Pollution Prevention
August 13, 2016 – Green Radio Network Segment on AM 1420 WIMS
1:00 pm CDT | Guest: John Johnson, Stoops Freightliner
August 25, 2016 – WEBINAR: PEV Market Trends, SMART Charging and Renewables
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm CDT
August 27, 2016 – Green Radio Network Segment on AM 1420 WIMS
1:05 pm CDT | Guest: David Lain, Former Porter County Sheriff
September 16, 2016 – National Drive Electric Week Electric Vehicle Open House
11:00 am – 2:00 pm CDT | NIRPC, 6100 Southport Road | Portage, IN
September 27, 2016 – SSCC 4th
Annual Clean Air Golf Outing
12:00 pm CDT Shotgun Start | Innsbrook Country Club | 6701 Taft St. | Merrillville, IN
October 1, 2016 – Household Hazardous Waste Collection
9:00 am – 2:00 pm CDT | Porter County Expo Center | 215 E. Division Rd. | Porter County, IN
October 12, 2016 – Green Fleet Education Session: Trucking Efficiency Workshop
10:00 am – 2:00 pm CDT | Fair Oaks Farms | 856 N. 600 E. | Fair Oaks, IN

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For More Information
Clean Cities Website: www.cleancities.energy.gov
Alternative Fuels and Advanced Vehicles Data Center: www.afdc.energy.gov
Fuel Economy: www.fueleconomy.gov
South Shore Clean Cities
9800 Connecticut Drive
Crown Point, IN 46307
Office: (219) 644-3690
info@southshorecleancities.org
www.southshorecleancities.org
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