A recent consumer survey by the Fuels Institute, a non-partisan think tank founded by the National Association of Convenience Stores, found that for consumers, fuel economy is the largest deciding factor when it comes to buying gasoline or alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs). Additionally, the cost of the vehicle plays a huge role in a consumer’s[…]
Tuesday August 12, 2014- San Diego Clean Cities Coalition (SDRCCC) held a workshop, “Low Carbon Fuels Round-Table Discussion” downtown at the World Resource Simulation Center (SimCenter). This month’s interactive workshop combined presentations and small group discussions to go in-depth on barriers and solutions to increase deployment of low carbon fuels. The fuel types and vehicle[…]
San Diego-based TransPower develops power control and vehicle conversion technology to improve efficiency and reduce fossil fuel consumption. A main goal for TransPower is to optimize the performance of the engine. TransPower’s CNG hybrid work has recently received support from the South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) and the California Energy Commission (CEC). Leveraging[…]
Take advantage of this FREE Alternative Fuels First Responder Training! With alternative fueled vehicles becoming more popular on the market, it is important that first and second responders are prepared to deal with these vehicles in case of an emergency…haven’t been trained yet? Register Here Presented in corporation with Clean Cities Coalition and Rio Hondo[…]
The Pacific Coast Collaborative (PCC) Workshop on Zero Emission Vehicles in Fleets will be held on July 23, 2104 in Portland, Oregon. The workshop is designed for people involved in managing and procuring fleet vehicles, representatives of organizations involved in the ZEV supply chain, ZEV policymakers, and people working on ZEV issues for non-profit and[…]
Wednesday June 18, 2014 – San Diego Regional Clean Cities Coalition hosted a workshop, “Best Practices for Alternative Fuel Infrastructure” at the California Center for Sustainable Energy (CCSE). The workshop provided in-depth guidance and recommendations on developing and deploying electric and natural gas infrastructure. The event was well received with over 30 attendees ranging[…]
Californians who purchase a new Honda Civic natural gas vehicle are eligible for a California Energy Commission $1,000 purchase credit supplied by certified Honda Civic natural gas dealers at the time of purchase. Fleets or retail customers can receive $1,00 purchase credits for up to 20 new Honda Civic natural gas vehicles. The supply of[…]
Thursday June 5, 2014 the California Air Resources Board will be conducting two sessions of Course # 521: How to Comply with the Truck and Bus Regulation. The classes will cover: Truck and Bus Regulation Applicability Engine Model Year Schedule Exemptions, Extensions, and Credits Good Faith Effort How to Report for Regulation Flexibilities Broker and[…]
Finding it difficult to bike to work or around town due to some steep hills? An electric powered bicycle or e-bike can provide that extra push to help you finish your ride. Learn and test ride e-bikes at SDG&E’s upcoming workshop Introduction to Electric Bicycles Thursday May 15, 2014 5:30 – 8:30 p.m. SDG&E[…]