In September 2024, the Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC) and the International City/County Management Association (ICMA) launched of Energy Ready, a suite of U.S. Department of Energy-funded programs providing free technical assistance to support local governments in navigating the expansion of clean energy technologies in their areas. Energy Ready includes programs for solar energy, electric vehicles (EVs) and EV charging infrastructure, and distributed wind energy. 

Energy Ready integrates a collection of new and existing designation programs for local governments, including SolSmart, ...

Work for VCC! We are hiring a Clean Communities & Economic Development Director to serve Southwest Virginia!

The Clean Communities Economic Development Director, Southwest Virginia will oversee the expansion of efforts to advance air quality improvement, economic opportunity, and energy security through deployment of alternative fuel vehicles and infrastructure, educational programs, and other petroleum reduction efforts. Initial focus areas encompass Southwest Virginia to the Roanoke Valley. The incumbent will also service as an additional rural environmental stewardship and clean energy ...

The following passage is a brief interview with Zach Hurst, owner of EV Resource. Showcasing his involvement and hard work with the upcoming Electric Vehicle Festival in Woodford, Virginia. 

1. What is the Electric Vehicle Festival and what makes it unique?

The Electric Vehicle Festival is a multi-faceted event that offers education, enthusiasm, and experience like no other. ...

[Content courtesy of Union of Concerned Scientists, Sept. 27, 2024]

The total global warming emissions from EVs, including manufacturing, driving and disposal, are about half the emissions of a comparable gasoline car over its lifetime. As more EVs hit the road, the nation will consume less oil, which could help alleviate pollution-related health problems caused by burning ...

On Thursday, September 19, Virginia Clean Cities hosted the Technology Happy Hour featuring Roush Clean Tech, a major distributor and educator for clean energy vehicles across North America. Tom Hopkins, the Regional Business Development Manager from Roush, centered his talk around propane as a clean energy solution and its potential impact on decarbonization efforts. 

Some highlights of Tom’s presentation include:

• Roush Clean Tech has distributed over 50,000 vehicles, accumulated over 2 billion miles, and maintained over 3,500 fleets.
• Over the past 12 years ...

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced an open round funding from the Clean School Bus Rebate Program with up to $965 million available now to school districts. This funding will build on the previous nearly $3 billion in investments being distributed nationwide to further improve air quality in and around schools, reduce greenhouse gas ...

By Graham Sheridan, VCC’s Clean Communities Economic Development Director

Recently Virginia Clean Cities hosted an Electric Boat Expo with partners A&N Electric Co-Op and Electrified Marina. A&N is the electric cooperative for Virginia’s Eastern Shore along with Smith Island and Tangier Island. Electrified Marina, based in Norfolk, is America’s only exclusively electric boat dealership.  Both are valued VCC stakeholders.  

This ...

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Written by Sable Alonso

On August 16th, 2024, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) released a total of $244.5 million to the advancement of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) practices. This $244.5 million is part of the Fueling Aviation’s Sustainable Transition (FAST) Program that allocates a total ...

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The 2025 NAFA Institute & Expo is the largest gathering of fleet and mobility professionals, drawing subject matter experts and professionals from around the globe representing all fleets including corporate, government, public safety, utility, education and more.

Over the course of three days, attendees will experience immersive educational offerings ...

Riner Rentals recently received a national workplace electric vehicle (EV) charging award at the Green Transportation Summit and Expo (GTSE) in Tacoma, Washington. This award recognizes the company’s commitment to sustainability in the community and workplace charging at its office.

Riner Rentals, based in Harrisonburg since 1999, is a property rental and management company for students and ...