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Sacramento Clean Cities' goal is to reduce fossil petroleum consumption in the transportation sector. |
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Upcoming Clean Cities Webinars |
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Hydrogen Village and Capitol Day |
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April 6, 9am - 4pm, State Capital
- A showcase of the value and performance of hydrogen and fuel cell technologies and how they will help California achieve its climate, equity and economic goals
- Exhibitors include: Hyzon Motors, Air Liquide, FuelCell Energy, Bayotech, PACCAR/Kenworth, Toyota, Hyundai, Shell, Plug Power, Hexagon Purus, AC Transit, Stratos Fuels, Honda, Hino, Hyperion, Nikkiso
- Sponsors include: Chevron, Iwatani, Air Liquide, Fuel Cell Energy, Hyzon, Bayotech
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Lightning Days with Lightning eMotors at AZ Bus Sales |
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April 7, 11-2
- Drive a variety of Lightning’s zero emission medium duty commercial vehicles;
- Learn more about electrification;
- Network with the Lightning team;.
- Lunch is Included!
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Zero-Emission Commercial Lawn Maintenance |
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April 19, 12 noon
- Mean Green Presents Battery-electric Riding and Walk-behind
- Commercial Mowing Equipment
Registration NOT required - Join 3/15/22 at Noon at this LINK
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Presentation Slides and Videos from Previous Sacramento Clean Cities Webinars |
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Presentation Slides and Recording posted Here
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EPA anticipates it will begin accepting applications for Clean School Bus Rebates in late April 2022. While preparing to apply for this program and other future funding opportunities, please keep in mind the following steps:
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New Updates, Regulations, and Requirements |
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CARB AB617 Consultation Group Meeting |
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April 1, 2pm
The Consultation Group meetings provide an opportunity to discuss various aspects of Community Air Protection Program implementation.
Attend the meeting in person (Sierra Hearing Room, CalEPA Headquarters) or virtually at this LINK
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CARB Long-Term Heavy-Duty Investment Plan Strategy Meeting |
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April 8, 9am
This meeting has been rescheduled from April 6.
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2023 Federal Budget Proposal Includes Significant Environmental Funding |
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The Presidents 2023 Proposed Budget includes significant funding for environmental programs including: Ensuring Clean and Healthy Air for All Communities, Tackling the Climate Crisis, Advancing Environmental Justice, Protecting Communities from Hazardous Waste and Environmental Damage and Adds 1,900 new Full Staff.
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Sacramento Clean Cities Sponsors Make The News |
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Toyota Prius Among the Largest Increases in Used Car Values |
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The Toyota Prius was one of two hybrids (Toyota Prius and Hyundai Sonata) and two EVs (Nissan LEAF and Tesla Model S) in the top 10 used cars with the largest increase in value over the last year.
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Ford Lightning Range Increases |
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The Ford F150 “Lightning” with the XLT and Lariat trims is not EPA rated at 320 miles, and the Platinum is now rated at 300 miles. Ford has also completed extreme cold testing in Alaska and boasts significantly improved snow and ice traction due to coordination of the two motors.
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Booster Fuels--On-Site Renewable Fuels in Sacramento |
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Booster Fuels, a provider of alternative and renewable fuels has begun operations Sacramento. Booster Fuels brings renewable and conventional fuels to the fleets, providing on-site refueling (i.e. “Wet Hosing”) at the fleet site. Booster Fuels sources their renewable fuels from REG.
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Global CO2 Rises Due to China's Economic Growth |
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Global CO2 rose by 6% in 2021 due mainly to the growth of the economy in China powered mainly by coal-fired power generation.
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Most of the cobalt, essential for the production of lithium ion batteries, comes from the Congo and is controlled by China, and has spiked from $10/lb to close to $40/lb, significantly increasing the base price of EVs.
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The US Postal Service has placed a$3B order with Oskosh for 50,000 delivery vehicles. A minimum of 10,000 of these Next Generation Delivery Vehicles (NGDV) will be EVs. The NGDVs will be equipped with air conditioning, 360 degree cameras, collision avoidance systems, increased cargo capacity and other improvements over existing delivery vehicles.
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Charging Speeds Jumping Quickly |
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IDTech forecasts that by 2032, there will be a 44% increase in the market share of DCFC over 100kW, and they report that OEMs are working to achieve charging rates of 3C (with 1C being the power required to completely charge a battery pack in one hour).
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BP & Neste Supplying DHL with Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) |
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BP and Neste have signed agreements with DHL and will provide a combined 800 million liters (211 million gallons) of SAF to DHL over the next four years.
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REG Introduces EnDura Fuels |
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The Renewable Energy Group (REG) has created the brand name “EnDura Fuels” for a package of bio and renewable fuels. The EnDura package includes “InfinD” a high quality biodiesel, “PuriD” a next generation biodiesel, “VelociD” a renewable diesel, “BlenD” a blend of “VelociD” and “PuriD”, and “BeyonD” a Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).
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Copterpack is close to having their personal helicopter-type transporter that functions like a two-propeller drone and carries one individual in a way that reminds one of a jet pack.
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Oil Execs Refuse to Testify at House Natural Resources Committee |
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A number of oil company executives refused to participate in a House Natural Resources Committee hearing to explain their, “...failure to help stabilize gas[oline] prices,” but will testify at the House Energy and Commerce Committee hearing.
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Airbus A380 Flies on 100% SAF |
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The Airbus A380 is currently certified to fly on 50% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and on March 25, an A380 flew a three hour demonstration flight around Toulouse, France on 100% SAF.
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LCFS Renewable Fuel Pathways |
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California Average Grid Electricity Carbon Intensity: California average grid electricity used as a transportation fuel in California: 76.73gCO2e/MJ..
12 Renewable Diesel and Renewable Naphtha provisional pathways for Fuel Producer: Diamond Green Diesel Holdings in Louisiana; Facility Name: Diamond Green Diesel LLC.
18 Renewable Diesel, Renewable Naphtha &, Alternative Jet Fuel provisional pathways for Fuel Producer: AltAir Paramount in California; Facility Name: AltAir Paramount, LLC.
5 Biodiesel Provisional Pathways (Corn Oil, Animal/Poultry Fat, Used Cooking Oil/Waste Oil) for Fuel Producer: Crimson Renewable Energy LLC in Bakersfield.
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CARB Off-Road Strategies Board Date Timeline |
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CARB Off-Road Strategies Board Date Timeline
- 2021: Small Off-Road Engines ZE Regulation
- 2022: Amendments to Off-Road Diesel Regulation & ZE Forklift Regulation
- 2024: Clean Off-Road Fleet Recognition Program
- 2024/5: Tier 5 Off-Road Diesel New Engine Regulation
- 2025: Targeted Manufacturer Rule
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Hydrogen Village and Capitol Day |
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April 6, Hydrogen Village and Capitol Day, 9am - 4pm, State Capital
- A showcase of the value and performance of hydrogen and fuel cell technologies and how they will help California achieve its climate, equity and economic goals
- Exhibitors include: Hyzon Motors, Air Liquide, FuelCell Energy, Bayotech, PACCAR/Kenworth, Toyota, Hyundai, Shell, Plug Power, Hexagon Purus, AC Transit, Stratos Fuels, Honda, Hino, Hyperion, Nikkiso
- Sponsors include: Chevron, Iwatani, Air Liquide, Fuel Cell Energy, Hyzon, Bayotech
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NAFA 2022 Institute & Expo |
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April 11 - 13, NAFA 2022 Institute & Expo
Registration is now open for the NAFA 2022 Institute & Expo April 11-13 in Columbus, OH. The programs will cover fleet issues in corporate, government, public safety, utility, education and more.
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Renewable Natural Gas Conference Policy Forum and Networking Event |
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Renewable Natural Gas Conference Policy Forum & Networking Event - May 17 - 19, Le Méridien Hotel, Houston, Texas
- RNG Policy Forums;
- Live updates from RNG Coalition staff regarding State Policy advocacy and Public Education efforts;
- Virtual updates from key Congressional Offices in the US House and Senate and the US EPA.
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Sustainable Facilities Forum |
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May 25, Sustainable Facilities Forum, Sacramento Hyatt Regency
- California’s sustainability goals for building decarbonization & CALGreen Updates
- Building & Fleet Electrification and Infrastructure
- Drought and Water Conservation
- Funding Resources ∙ K12 Facility Case Studies ∙ Resiliency and more!
- New innovations and technologies
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FORTH's 2022 Roadmap Conference |
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June 29 & 30, FORTH’s 2022 “Roadmap Conference”
Held this year at the Oregon Convention Center in Portland. Agenda and Registration information coming soon.
Sacramento Clean Cities Stakeholder will receive a $50 discount when using Discount Code SACRAMENTOCC.
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June 6 & 7, Hydrogen Conference
The California Hydrogen Leadership Summit will bring leaders in energy, transportation, academia and government to review the role hydrogen will play in implementing climate change, air quality, energy diversity and conservation policies. The Summit is co-sponsored by the Sac Metro Air District, and will be held on June 6 &7 at the Sheraton Hotel in Sacramento.
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Mobilize California Summit |
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July 21 - 23, Mobilize California Summit
- Fleet modernization
- Alternative fuels
- Workforce training
- South Coast Winery Resort & Spa in Temecula
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Green Transportation Summit & Expo 2022 |
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August 16 - 18, Green Transportation Summit & Expo 2022:
The 2022 Green Transportation Summit & Expo (GTSE) will offer attendees an inside look at the latest in fleet technologies and innovation and provide informative sessions featuring a who’s who of national and regional transportation leaders.
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Sustainable Fleet Technology Conference and Expo |
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August 30 - September 1, Sustainable Fleet Technology Conference & Expo in Durham, NC
- Produced by the 100 Best Fleets and NAFA Fleet Management Association;
- Case studies from the best fleets, vendors, & partners;
- Presentations on the most up to date sustainable fleet technology, operations, and implementation strategies.
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Sacramento Clean Cities Coalition | 916 - 622 - 8433 |
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