Clean Fuel News

A national network of more than 75 Clean Cities coalitions covering nearly every state brings together stakeholders in the public and private sectors to use alternative and renewable fuels, idle-reduction (IR) measures, fuel economy improvements, and new transportation technologies as they emerge. To ensure success, coalitions leverage a robust set of expert resources and tools provided by DOE and its national laboratories. From technical assistance and handbooks to websites and targeted analysis, these resources contribute to every facet of coalition success. This strong national framework of resources, which facilitates consistent vision and informed coalitions, is a hallmark of the program.

Each year, Clean Cities coordinators submit annual reports of their activities and accomplishments for the previous calendar year. Data and information are submitted via an online reporting tool that is maintained as part of the Alternative Fuels Data Center (AFDC) at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). Coordinators submit a range of data that characterize the membership, funding, projects, and activities of their coalitions. They also submit data about sales of alternative fuels; use of alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs), including electric vehicles (EVs1); hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs); IR initiatives; fuel economy improvement activities; and programs to reduce vehicle miles traveled (VMT).