Driving the Future: Key Benefits and Considerations for Electric School Bus Adoption Join us on July 18th, 2024 for a conversation with Sonny Merryman and Whitney Kopanko - Sonny Merryman has delivered 225+ electric school buses to 40 school districts across Virginia. With each of these deployments, we’ve learned firsthand the keys to making a […]
Join us in Charlottesville on July 25th at Resilient Virginia's Annual Meeting! We are getting together to celebrate resiliency efforts around the Commonwealth and connect with others working on resilience and climate-readiness. The meeting is from 1 PM to 4 PM and is followed by dinner at Burton's Bar and Grill. Find more information and […]
Join us for an exciting hands-on workshop dedicated to promoting clean transportation in Lynchburg! Hosted by Virginia Clean Cities and our collaborators, this in-person event will delve into our Community and Clean Transportation Action initiative. We'll explore sustainable transportation options, discuss ways to make our community more accessible, and brainstorm affordable and convenient solutions for […]
Forth Roadmap Conference September 24-26, 2024 The Forth Roadmap Conference is the nation’s premier electric transportation conference and an essential event for anyone interested in the future of transportation. The conference will be highlighting the best innovative content told from diverse perspectives, exploring emerging trends, sharing insights and best practices, and convening with industry leaders to chart […]
Image courtesy of NC Clean Energy Technology Center Mark your calendars and join us on August 14-15 along with other leading fleets and technology providers to share industry ideas, trends, strategies and technologies that will improve efficiency and sustainability of fleet operations. The event will include keynote presentations, 50+ panelists, breakout sessions, indoor vehicle/equipment display, […]
Please join the Virginia DEQ Office of Pollution Prevention for our free Northern Region Virginia Environmental Excellence Program (VEEP) workshop about developing and maintaining a successful Environmental Management System and pollution prevention program on August 15, 2024 from 9:00 am – 4:00 pm. You won’t want to miss out on this networking and education opportunity. […]
If you are a professional individual above the technical level of training who is interested in learning how to teach ethanol emergency response, you may be interested in the Train the Trainer program. RFA, TRANSCAER and FRA will be hosting a webinar training opportunities titled “Train the Trainer” to members and their emergency response teams. Professional hazmat trainer […]
Join Generation180, C3, VCC and Tiger Solar from 3:45pm to 5:45 pm on Friday, August 23rd for an afternoon of discovering the truth about EVs and exploring alternate electric transportation options. What’s holding you back from going electric? Despite some persistent myths, electric vehicles (EVs) offer many benefits, making them an exciting option for everyday […]
Image courtesy of CTE Virginia Clean Cities is a proud Community Partner of this year's Zero Emission Bus Conference! From initial community advocacy to electrifying a full depot and managing ongoing ZEB operations, conference content spans the entire journey to zero-emission. Register now! www.zebconference.com
The Joint Office of Energy and Transportation (Joint Office), in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Energy’s Clean Energy to Communities (C2C) Program, has released the second set of modules for the Public Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Playbook. This playbook offers interactive resources to aid in the planning and development of electric vehicle infrastructure. The […]
Image courtesy of the New Market Fall Festival Facebook Page Join VCC on Saturday, September 28th, from 9:00AM to 4:00PM for the annual Fall Festival located in historic Downtown New Market! Come enjoy treasures crafted by local vendors, taste local food, and sing along and dance to local musicians! Located on Main Street in New […]
Join Electric Marina for their E-Boat Expo at Willoughby Marina! Two fully electric boats, the Ingenity 23e powerboat and the Vision Marina Fantial 217 slow cruiser will be on-site to give free demo rides. Come check out the latest in marine EV technology on land and sea, and schedule a demo ride before all of […]
Home charging of an electric vehicle can be very straightforward installation that provides consumers with super-low-cost vehicle charging. That fact makes it a great opportunity for electricians and other contractors to add an increasingly popular service to offer clients. This Veridiant webinar will cover the basics of charging equipment, power needs, construction details, code interactions, and more. Folks in the construction industry, including trades, salespeople, and contractors, will find the information valuable, as will the general public and students in related fields. The presenter also will cover relevant utility rebates and federal tax incentives. Join us to get your questions answered.
Join Electrified Marina at Oyster Farms Marina in Cape Charles for the second stop of the 2024 E-Boat Expo! In partnership with A&N Electric Cooperative, two of the incredible Ingenity 23e e-boat models will be on display in both water for a demo ride and on land, pulled by a Rivian electric truck. Featured alongside […]
Join Electrified Marina for the third stop of the 2024 E-Boat Expo at Onancock Wharf! Electrified Marina, in collaboration with A&N Electric Cooperative, is bringing the future of electric boating to the Eastern Shore with the Ingenity 23-e electric boat model towed by a Rivian electric truck on land and featured in a demo on […]
Join us on September 19th, 2024, for an informative discussion on alternative fuels and vehicle performance with Roush! Roush Performance is an American automotive company specializing in the engineering, development, and manufacturing of high-performance components for both street and competitive racing applications. Be sure to register below! https://jmu-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwkc-ivpz4iHNd63rfgSwFoIc-9j3CFwPlM#/registration
You are invited to join VCC in partnership with InCharge Energy, the leader in fleet electrification charging solutions, and EV automotive manufacturer-partners for the Fleet Electric Fueling Open House! Location: InCharge Energy Engineering & Fulfillment Center at 11625 Busy Street, North Chesterfield, VA 23236 Transit: Public transit via the GRTC Transit Line When: Friday, September 20th, from […]
The Forth Roadmap Conference is the nation’s premier electric transportation conference and an essential event for anyone interested in the future of transportation. The conference will be highlighting the best innovative content told from diverse perspectives, exploring emerging trends, sharing insights and best practices, and convening with industry leaders to chart the future of electric transportation. […]
Join the Mid-Atlantic Diesel Collaborative for the fall webinar! This webinar will cover and expand on EPA grant projects around the region. The speakers will share the latest information on their own completed or ongoing statewide or port projects, including diesel engine replacements, electric school buses, port crane upgrades, marine repowers, and more. Click the […]
Part of Central or Southwest Virginia? Join Resilient Virginia Collaborative Alliance (RVCA) on September 25th, 2024, from 10:30 to 3pm for a free Priority-Setting Meeting! Located at Sinkland Farms in Riner, VA, RVCA aims for this meeting to unite cross-sector stakeholders from the regions for discussions on: What priorities they feel the RVCA needs to […]
Curious about EVs? Thinking about purchasing one? Come check out the free-admission Electric Car Show in Warrenton, VA! In celebration of National Drive Electric Week, the Electric Car Show is a fun, family-friendly morning event perfect for checking out EVs and asking questions. Talk to EV owners everything you want to know about what it's […]
Come to New Market's annual Fall Festival located in historic Downtown New Market! Come enjoy treasures crafted by local vendors, taste local food, and sing along and dance to local musicians! A fun day for all ages! We invite people from all communities as well as interested vendors. Virginia Clean Cities and EVNoire will be […]
Graphic courtesy of Drive Electric RVA Registration is now open for Electricarpalooza, an annual celebration of National Drive Electric Week in Central Virginia! National Drive Electric Week is a nationwide movement from Sept. 27 – Oct. 6, 2024, to help raise awareness of the benefits of all-electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. From cars to trucks […]
Join the Virginia Green Travel Alliance and Virginia Clean Cities on Tuesday, October 1st from 1-2 PM EST to learn about making clean transportation a reality for your business. In this session, we will discuss the grant program landscape and opportunities to support electric vehicle (EV) and clean transportation options and expand the network of […]
Join VCC and Soli Organic for a demonstration of the company's class 8 electric Freightliner eCascadia truck on October 1st from 1 to 3 p.m. The demo will take place at Soli Organic's parking lot at 3156 N. Valley Pike in Rockingham County. RSVP below!
Harrisonburg and Rockingham locals: mark your calendars for October 5th at 1 PM EST! In coordination with the ASES National Solar Tour and JMU's Center for the Advancement of Sustainable Energy, learn about solar energy installations straight from your neighbors at this free community event. Meet us at JMU’s East Campus Hillside for a tour of the first university […]
We are thrilled to invite you to the Virginia Clean Energy Summit taking place on October 16-17, 2024, at the Greater Richmond Convention Center. Get ready for an exciting and transformative event! Attendee Registration can be found here: https://www.vacleanenergysummit.org/. Registration closes on Friday 10/04. For Sponsorship information, see below. Highlights of the 2024 VACES: -Extensive […]
Images courtesy of Electric Vehicle Summit & Festival Website Join us at the 2024 Electric Vehicle Industry Summit & Festival between October 18th and 20th! This unique event features three discussion tracks: Commercial Fleet Electrification, EV Charging Infrastructure and Grid Resiliency & Modernization. Experience the future of electric mobility with an outdoor commercial electric vehicle […]
Next Wednesday on October 30th, community members and students and faculty from 5 regional universities will gather at JMU for the Sustainable Development in Action event, “Moving Forward Together: Climate Resilience in the Valley.” You will hear from local practitioners and experts about local climate issues and initiatives to address the warming climate. This is […]
Join VCC for the Horizon Conference on Saturday, November 2nd, 2024 at James Madison University. In partnership with Kiota Global and Vijana Africa, the Horizon Conference aims to provide extensive information and resources around Climate Action to participants as they aim to foster a deeper understanding and proactive engagement among young leaders regarding global peace […]
Join us on Novermber 11-12, 2024 for the Virginia Wineries Association Annual Meeting & Conference in Charlottesville, Virginia! VCC will be speaking on a panel about Sustainable Practices at vineyards. Location: Omni Charlottesville Hotel Date: November 11-12, 2024 Learn more and register: https://www.vawine.org/events/VWAAnnualMeetingConference2024/ A room block has been reserved at the Omni Hotel Charlottesville for the nights […]
Join us on November 13th from 3-4PM EST for our Tech Happy Hour Webinar featuring Tucker Perkins! Tucker Perkins is the president and CEO of the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC), a Washington D.C.-based nonprofit which invests in the research and development of propane-powered innovation, consumer education about propane, and promotes the safe, […]
Image courtesy of the Office of Research Development at James Madison University How does YOUR work change the world? The Broader Impacts and Community Engagement Resource Fair gathers James Madison University and Community organizations to engage with researchers and find points of synergy. VCC is excited to participate and showcase our expertise in partnering with […]