Green Fleet Education Session - Driving Efficiency for Over-the-road Trucks 10.12.16

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South Shore Clean Cities Inc.

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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 2015
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 in 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 2017 Annual Meeting and Awards
Tuesday, February 14, 2017
Blue Chip Hotel & Spa
Michigan City, IN

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Coming up Next…
“A Green Network for a Greener Tomorrow”
October 17- 19, 2016 – Fleet Technology Expo
Renaissance Schaumburg Hotel & Convention Center | Schaumburg, IL
October 22, 2016 – Green Radio Network Segment on AM 1420 WIMS
1:05 pm CDT | Guest: John T. Boyd, La Port County Sheriff
November 5, 2016 – Green Radio Network Segment on AM 1420 WIMS
1:05 pm CDT | Guest: Mitch Barloga, NIRPC
November 19, 2016 – Green Radio Network Segment on AM 1420 WIMS
1:05 pm CDT | Guest: Jennifer Collins, IDEM
February 14, 2017 – SSCC 2017 Annual Meeting & Awards
11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. CDT | Blue Chip Hotel & Spa | Michigan City, 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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