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Why Alternative Fuels are Not a Want But a Need
What are alternative fuels? Alternative fuels, vehicles, and infrastructure benefit the economy, environment, public health, and national security. These fuels are sourced from non-petroleum and often renewable resources that support domestic production and diversify the transportation fuel mix. Alternative fuels’ use in vehicles typically reduces emissions compared to gasoline or diesel, contributing to a cleaner […]

Supporting Transportation Electrification – Leadership, Learning, Assistance, and Resources (STELLAR)
As a STELLAR partner, the Illinois Alliance for Clean Transportation (IACT) assists CBO-identified businesses and fleets with electric vehicle (EV) adoption, developing and reviewing training programs and selecting outreach firms for EV engagement events. IACT also provides technical support for strategic plan templates, offers feedback on projects, shares project experiences with other Clean Cities Coalitions and documents expenses.

Equitable Mobility Powering Opportunities for Workplace Electrification Readiness (EMPOWER) – Ozinga Case Study
The EMPOWER Workplace Charging Project plays a pivotal role in accelerating the adoption of workplace charging (WPC) across the nation. By linking workplaces with dedicated local charging coaches, offering educational resources and granting access to a comprehensive library of workplace-centric materials, EMPOWER aims to lower barriers to WPC implementation.

American Lung Association and United Soybean Board Launch Biobased Academy Fleet Training Program
America’s fleet leaders have a new tool to support sustainability and worker health thanks to a partnership between the United Soybean Board and the American Lung Association. The ALA Biobased Academy® is a comprehensive online training program designed to educate fleet and facility professionals and technicians on the operational, health, safety, and environmental benefits of […]

Pace Makes Progress on 2040 Zero-Emission Goal
Additional electric bus purchase approved; Facilities studies advance Pace’s strategic vision plan, Driving Innovation, includes operating a zero-emission fleet by 2040. Converting a fleet of more than 700 buses to zero emissions is a logistical challenge, but Pace is ready for the task. As the demand for electric buses far outweighs the supply, it is critical […]

USDA to Host Biofuel Infrastructure Webinars
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has opened a 90-day application window for Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program grants. The cost-share grants can meet up to 50% (or $5 million) of eligible costs for projects that install, retrofit or upgrade infrastructure to support consumer access to B5 and higher blends. The applications must be submitted through the […]