April 5, 2024 Sacramento Clean Cities' goal is to reduce fossil petroleum consumption in the transportation and energy sectors.

In this April 5th eNewsletter from Sacramento Clean Cities

Upcoming Grants - Funding for a wide range of transportation and energy programs and projects   Upcoming Workshops - Participate in the decision making process   New Updates, Regulations & Requirements - Regulations and requirements that may affect your operations   Alternative Fuel & Zero-Emission Insights - Learn what’s new and what’s coming soon   Conferences, Programs - Educational, networking and presentation opportunities   Presentations Slides and Videos from Previous Sacramento Clean Cities Webinars Presentation Slides and Recordings posted Here

Special Announcements

Truck Body Workshop

Fleet professionals are invited to participate in a unique and compelling design workshop on April 9th here in Sacramento to provide input and impact the future of commercial vehicles. This workshop is being produced by the Sacramento Clean Cities Coalition in partnership with our newest sponsor EAVX, a technology and innovation hub of JB Poindexter & Co. (JBPCO), parent company of some of the largest truck body companies in the US including Morgan, Morgan Olson, Federal Eagle, LEER, Masterack and Reading. EAVX leverages JBPCO’s vast industry expertise and draws in new technology partners — including the world’s most advanced electric and alternative power chassis producers — to innovate and execute more efficient commercial vehicles. At this workshop, the EAVX executive team and engineers will seek input from fleet professionals, develop design concepts and will return later in 2024 with a concept vehicle that incorporates the feedback and ideas collected during the session. Spaces are limited. If you would like more information on how to attend please contact Neal Best or Tim Taylor.

Free Annual Fleet Organization Membership

If you are a Fleet Manager interested in getting immediate feedback on a range of problem areas from other fleet managers in the region, the Municipal Equipment Maintenance Association (MEMA) may be for you. MEMA and the Sacramento Clean Cities Coalition (SCCC) have teamed up to make your first year’s membership, normally $275, absolutely FREE if you are willing to help SCCC bring more federal and state grants, informational events and webinars and technician training opportunities to the Sacramento region.  Read Here for All The Details

Grants Accepting Applications

EnergIIZE Hydrogen Funding Lane Opening

Highest incentive funding cap of all EnergIIZE funding lanes  Covers 50-75% of eligible equipment and software costs up to $3 million (standard) or $4 million (Jump Start equity criteria). Covers a wide range of H2 Infrastructure Equipment & Software Read more about EnergIIZE Here Register for EnergIIzE Funding Workshop Here

VW Zero-Emission Freight and Marine (ZEFM) Grant Fund Open

$20M Available Stacking with CORE Allowed Eligible equipment includes forklifts (>8,000#) Airport GSE, Terminal Tractors, Ferries/Tug Re-powers, Shore Power & More First-come, First-served basis until funding is exhausted  Read more Here

Innovative Small E-Fleet (ISEF) Funding

$83M set aside for ISEF within the HVIP Program Incentives for small fleets that seek to deploy battery electric or hydrogen fuel cell trucks Fleets with < 20 trucks and <$15M annual revenue (NGOs are exempt from the revenue cap) Program runs until all funds are allocated  Read more Here

EPA Grants for Climate Reduction Act Grants

EPA anticipates awarding up to 100 grants between $1M and $25M in the “Tribes” Competition Application deadline May 1 Tribes and Territories Competition NOFO  Read more Here

CEC GFO-23-607 - Tribal Electric Vehicle Infrastructure, Planning, and Workforce Development

The purpose of this solicitation is to provide funding for Tribes, Tribal Organizations, and Tribally-owned businesses for: Project Activity 1 – EV Charging Infrastructure: installing charging infrastructure for passenger and medium- and heavy-duty (MDHD) EV charging equipment, supporting infrastructure, and associated resiliency technologies. Project Activity 2 – EV Infrastructure Planning: activities to support tribal participation in future EV funding opportunities and to enable tribes to plan for EV adoption. Project Activity 3 – EV Workforce Training and Development: activities that support careers in EVs, EV infrastructure, and EV-related technologies. $400,000 - $3,000,000 per award ($10,000,000 total) SUBMISSION DEADLINE April 24, 2024 Read more Here

EPA's $3B in Two Port Grants

$2.8B for ZE Port Equipment and Infrastructure $150M for Climate and Air Quality Planning Application Deadline May 28 Read more Here

DOE FOA 0003229 - Communities Sparking Investment in Transformative Energy

Deliver direct local community benefits of clean energy Spark additional investments in communities that create long-term local economic development  Advance community-identified energy priorities and right to self-determination. Build capacity and partnerships in local governments and Tribes. Minimum Grant Size: $900K; Maximum Grant Size: $3.6M Applications Due May 31 Read more Here

NREL $5M Clean Bus Planning Program

The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) has announced planning grants to provide technical assistance to create customized bus electrification plans. Applications for assistance are open on a rolling basis through Sept. 30, 2024 Read more Here

EPA $2B Environmental and Climate Justice

Support for community-driven projects Environmental and Climate Justice grants Grants targeting clean energy and resilience including low- and zero-emission technologies and workforce development supporting the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions Applications reviewed on a rolling basis for one year, closing on November 21, 2024 Read more Here

Sacramento Clean Cities Sponsors Make the News!

Peterbilt 579 BEVs Available Today

Sacramento Clean Cities’ newest sponsor, Dobbs Peterbilt on Stillwater in West Sacramento, has five 579 BEVs in stock, available with monthly payments as low as $3,350 per month (after incentives).  Read more Here

Silverado BEV Mid-Year Arrival

Chevrolet has announced that the 2024 Silverado BEV will hit dealerships in mid-2024. The only trim-line available will be the “RST First Edition” at an MSRP of $96,495, and equipped with a 205kWh battery pack having an estimated 440 mile range. Read more Here

DOE Allocates $750M for H2 Development

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has included $750M for hydrogen research and development funding 52 different hydrogen projects across six categories including electrolyzer manufacturing, electrolyzer component and supply chain development, advanced technology and component development, advanced manufacturing of fuel cell assemblies and stacks, fuel cell supply chain development, and recovery and recycling consortium. Read more Here

NREL Predicts 60% of EVs to be in Suburban Areas by 2030

The National Renewable Energy Lab (NREL) projects that Sixty percent of the 33 million EVs expected by 2030 are projected to be in suburban areas, with the remaining 40% split between rural and urban areas. The charging network needs differ between rural, suburban, or urban areas. DC fast chargers would be the most utilized in urban areas (40%), with Level 1 and Level 2 chargers mostly in single family homes. Read more Here

Alternative Fuel Insight

EVs in Mining

The mining industry, both open-pit and underground, is moving to electric drivetrains on equipment in order to make mining cleaner, cheaper, more productive and healthier for miners.  Read more Here

Southwest Advances Renewables Production

Southwest Airlines has purchased SAFFiRE Renewables, a company that makes ethanol from corn stover, and has invested in LanzaJet, a company that makes the technology for converting ethanol to Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). Read more Here

Fisker Facing Bankruptcy

Fisker’s stock price has dropped from a high of $28.50 to around 2¢ as production has stopped and the company is facing bankruptcy. Current vehicles in inventory are being discounted up to 39%.  Read more Here

OPEC Study - World Oil Demand Growing

Reuters reports that OPEC has released their forecast of a significant increase in global demand for oil (+2.25 million bpd in 2024, +1.85 million bpd in 2025). The growth in oil demand corresponds with growth in global economic growth and reduction in poverty.  Read more Here

EPA GHG Standards

The EPA has announced final national greenhouse gas pollution standards for heavy-duty vehicles for model years 2027 through 2032. The new standards are stated as avoiding 1 billion tons of greenhouse gas emissions. Read more Here

Heavy-Duty Inspection and Maintenance Program Revised Start Date

CARB has announced that the Heavy-Duty Inspection and Maintenance Program, sometimes called Smog Check for Trucks, will begin on October 1, 2024.  Read more Here

Fully Autonomous Driving - Bumpy Road

AAA reports that American confidence in autonomous vehicles is dropping, autonomous technology has trouble when pedestrians aren;’t quite “right” (like an adult carrying a child “piggy-back” but Tesla is mandating new owners and owners having cars serviced receive a demo of fully autonomous driving.  Read more about Americans’ confidence dropping Here Read more about failure to recognize pedestrians Here Read more about Tesla mandating autonomous demos Here

Rivian R1T Top Safety Pick

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has evaluated the Rivian R1T as the highest rated pickup truck for safety measured against all pickups, EV and ICE.  Read more Here

Carbon Intensity Updates

California Average Grid Electricity Carbon Intensity: California average grid electricity used as a transportation fuel in California: 79.43 to 81.49gCO2e/MJ.

CARB is Hosting a Low Carbon Fuel Standard Workshop

Staff will present potential refinements to the proposed regulatory amendments, including potential re-evaluation of the proposed carbon intensity benchmarks Stakeholders may provide additional feedback in writing following the workshop to a dedicated workshop docket. Date: April 10, 2024, in person at CARB and virtual Read more Here Check CARB Carbon Intensity (CI)I Pathways Here

Current LCFS Credit Value $67.00

Conferences and Programs

Earth Day Events

SacEV and Sacramento Clean Cities invite Clean Cities Stakeholders to participate in Earth Day EV events: Saturday, April 20 10am - 4pm at Fairytale Town (3901 Land Park Drive) Sunday, April 21, 11am - 4pm at Southside Park (8th & U Streets)  Register for Fairytale Town Event Here Register for Southside Park Event Here

SacEV's Ride-and-Drives & EV Display Events in April

Learn about: EV incentives on new and previously owned EVs Fuel savings and charging infrastructure Lower EV fuel and maintenance costs Chat with EV owners April 13 - EVs at Dia de la Tierra at the La Familia Counseling Center April 13 - “Touch A [EV] Truck” at the Playzeum in Yuba City April 15 - EVs at Sacramento High School Earth Day April 20 - EVs at UC Davis Picnic Day April 21 - EVs at Earth Day - Southside Park in Sacramento April 21 - EVs at Day at the Nevada City Chamber of Commerce

NAFA "New Frontiers" Fleet Event

April 22-24 - Austin, TX 40+ Educational Sessions Innovative Products and Solutions 200+ State-of-the-Art Exhibits Ride & Drive Experience — NEW Unparalleled Networking Opportunities Three Pre-Conference Events Captivating Keynote Speakers Specialty Training Track for Technicians Read more Here

Sustainable Facilities Forum

May 9 - Scottish Rite Masonic Center, Sacramento Global Warming: Materials and Manufactured Equipment  CalGreen Code Updates Whole Building Lifecycle Analysis Power Budget Alternatives 2025 Fleet Electrification | Zero Emission Fleets  Waste Diversion | Organic Waste Recycling Deadline for submitting proposals - Feb 23 Here Read more Here

ACT Expo 2024

Major Vehicle OEMs and Suppliers Comprehensive showcase of advanced clean commercial vehicles, technologies, and services  Zero-emission vehicles and renewable fuels to comply with tightening regulations Latest technologies under one roof, test drive dozens of vehicles, and make valuable industry connections Read more Here

Green Technology Summit & Expo

Green Technology Summit & Expo - August 20-22, 2024 in Tacoma, Washington "Accelerate to Zero" www.gtsummitexpo.com The Green Technology Summit and Expo (GTSE) is now accepting proposals to join our program. Major presentation categories include:  Fleet Sustainability & Decarbonization AI / Drone Technology Advancements Cybersecurity Workforce Development Renewable Fuels & Technologies  Heavy Duty & Medium Duty Decarbonization Energy Resilience Developing Zero Emission Infrastructure Utility Programs & Policy Transportation Policy and Incentives Environmental Justice Navigating Road Blocks in Sustainable Transportation Transportation Hubs Hard to Decarbonize Sectors Technical Training Submission Deadline: February 25th, 2024 For more information contact: info@gtsummitexpo.com

Forth Electric Transportation Conference

September 24-26, 2024 in Detroit, Michigan https://www.roadmapforth.org/

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