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American Coalition for Ethanol — The American Coalition for Ethanol (ACE) is a non-profit membership association devoted to promoting the increased production and use of ethanol. ACE members are the leaders in the ethanol industry.American Gas Association - The American Gas Association (AGA), founded in 1918, represents 202 local energy companies that deliver natural gas throughout the United States. AGA is an advocate for natural gas utility companies and their customers, and provides a broad range of programs and services for member natural gas pipelines, marketers, gatherers, international natural gas companies and industry associates.
America’s Natural Gas Alliance - America’s Natural Gas Alliance (ANGA) is an education organization formed by North America’s leading independent natural gas exploration and production companies. Together, ANGA members produce over 40 percent of the total U.S. natural gas supply. ANGA is dedicated to increasing appreciation for the environmental, economic and national security benefits of clean, abundant, affordable and dependable North American natural gas.
Alternative Fuels Data Center — From the Office of Transportation Technologies, U. S. Department of Energy, this center hosts and maintains a website that is a one-stop shop for all your alternative fuel and vehicle information needs. This site has more than 3,000 documents in its database, an interactive fuel station mapping system, listings of available alternative fuel vehicles, links to related websites, and much more.
Alternative Fuel Vehicle Institute — The Alternative Fuel Vehicle Institute (AFVi) is an entrepreneurial organization dedicated to helping America reduce dependence on foreign oil by transitioning to alternative fuels and advanced transportation technologies. AFVi provides educational events, training courses, forums, webcasts and electronic news for fleets and others interested in alternative fuels and advanced transportation technologies.
Biodiesel Industries — Biodiesel is a nontoxic, biodegradable diesel fuel made from recycled cooking oil. It substantially reduces emissions, particularly black sooty exhaust, and makes the exhaust smell like french fries. Biodiesel has been officially designated as an alternative fuel under both state and federal law, and is registered with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The first biodiesel fueling station in the United States was opened to the public on May 22, 2001 in Las Vegas, NV. This landmark event is the culmination of two years of work between private industry and Nevada government.California Fuel Cell Partnership - The California Fuel Cell Partnership is a collaboration of organizations, including auto manufacturers, energy providers, government agencies and fuel cell technology companies, that work together to promote the commercialization of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles.
Clark County Department of Air Quality & Environmental Management — The Clark County Department of Air Quality & Environmental Management is the regulatory and enforcement agency in Clark County, Nevada. The department conducts enforcement activities, establishes permit requirements for sources of pollution, and institutes innovative mitigation programs in its efforts to ensure that Clark County will reach and maintain attainment of all federal air quality standards.Clean Cities — Clean Cities is a government-industry partnership designed to reduce petroleum consumption in the transportation sector by advancing the use of alternative fuels and vehicles, idle reduction technologies, hybrid electric vehicles, fuel blends, and fuel economy measures.
Clean Cities Alternative Fuel Vehicles Buyer's Guide — From the Office of Transportation Technologies, US Department of Energy, this website provides detailed information and key links that cover all necessary information for the fleet purchase of alternative fuel vehicles. Included is information on light and heavy-duty vehicles and mechanisms to search for local dealers and local refueling and recharging sites.Clean Cities Goals, Strategies, and Top Accomplishments - Clean Cities’ primary goal is to reduce U.S. petroleum use by 2.5 billion gallons per year by 2020. To achieve this overall goal, Clean Cities identified three petroleum-reduction strategies:
- Replace petroleum with nonpetroleum-based alternative fuels and blends
- Reduce petroleum consumption by promoting smarter driving practices, idle reduction, and the use of more fuel-efficient vehicles and advanced technologies
- Eliminate petroleum use by encouraging the use of mass transit, trip elimination measures, and other congestion mitigation approaches
East Career & Technical Academy — The East Career and Technical Academy offers Las Vegas high school students skill-specific learning in a state-of-art facility. The academy was the second of its kind to open in the valley, the first of which was the Northwest Career and Technical Academy. The East Academy offers seven major choices to students, including early childhood and education, construction technologies, entertainment business and marketing, transportation, medical professions, culinary and information technology.
Electric Drive Transportation Association — The Electric Drive Transportation Association (EDTA) is dedicated to advancing electric drive as a core technology on the road to sustainable mobility. As an advocate for the adoption of electric drive technologies, EDTA serves as the unified voice for the industry and is the primary source of information and education related to electric drive. EDTA’s membership includes a diverse representation of vehicle and equipment manufacturers, energy providers, component suppliers and end users.Electric Power Research Institute - The Electric Power Research Institute, Inc. (EPRI) conducts research and development relating to the generation, delivery and use of electricity for the benefit of the public. An independent, nonprofit organization, EPRI brings together its scientists and engineers as well as experts from academia and industry to help address challenges in electricity, including reliability, efficiency, health, safety and the environment. EPRI also provides technology, policy and economic analyses to drive long-range research and development planning, and supports research in emerging technologies.
Funding Opportunities, Solicitations - The summary recaps funding available from federal and state agencies as well as private sources.
Gas Technology Institute — Gas Technology Institute (GTI) is an independent, not-for-profit technology organization that provides products, programs, research, information and services related to energy and the environment, with a focus on the production, delivery, use and environmental aspects of natural gas. GTI was formed in 2000 through the combination of the Gas Research Institute and the Institute of Gas Technology.Growth Energy - Growth Energy is a new, proactive group committed to the promise of agriculture and growing America's economy through cleaner, greener energy. Growth Energy members recognize America needs a new ethanol approach. Growth Energy promotes reducing greenhouse gas emissions, expanding the use of ethanol in gasoline, decreasing our dependence on foreign oil, and creating American jobs at home.
International Association for Natural Gas Vehicles — The IANGV is an international membership organization that provides the NGV industry with an international forum and an advocate for NGVs. It now has 500 corporate and individual members in 35 countries. IANGV holds a biennial international conference, provides periodic seminars and an international forum for information exchange on natural gas fueling and vehicles.Methanol Institute — The Methanol Institute (MI) is the only trade association representing the methanol industry in Washington and across the United States. One of the Institute’s primary goals is to protect and expand markets for methanol.
NAFA Fleet Management Association - NAFA Fleet Management Association (NAFA) is a not-for-profit, individual membership professional society serving the needs of members who manage fleets of automobiles, SUVs, trucks and vans, and a wide range of specialized mobile equipment for organizations across the globe. NAFA provides its members a full range of products and services, including statistical research, monthly and annual publications, regional chapter meetings, government representation, seminars, online information, and an annual conference expo.
National Biodiesel Board — The National Biodiesel Board is a nonprofit trade association dedicated to coordinating the biodiesel industry and educating the public about the fuel. Its membership is comprised of state, national, and international feedstock and processor organizations; biodiesel suppliers; fuel marketers and distributors; and technology providers.National Corn Growers Association - National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) represents approximately 36,000 dues-paying corn growers and the interests of more than 300,000 farmers who contribute through corn checkoff programs in their states. NCGA and its 48 affiliated state associations and checkoff organizations work together to help protect and advance corn growers’ interests.
National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence — The National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) was established in 1972 as a non-profit organization whose mission is to improve the quality of vehicle repair and service through the testing and certification of repair and service professionals. To remain certified, those with ASE credentials must be retested every five years. ASE certification is a valuable yardstick by which to measure the knowledge and skills of individual technicians as well as the commitment to quality of the repair facility employing ASE-certified professionals.
Natural Gas Vehicle Institute — The Natural Gas Vehicle Institute (NGVi) is North America's leading provider of training and consulting services on subjects related to natural gas as an alternative vehicle fuel. NGVi’s services and programs address the full range of alternative vehicle fuel issues—from building and maintaining a fueling station to adding NGVs to fleets to mapping a Clean Cities Program.Natural Gas Vehicle for America — NGVAmerica is a national membership organization dedicated to the development of a growing, sustainable and profitable natural gas vehicle market. NGVAmerica represents more than 100 natural gas companies, engine, vehicle and equipment manufacturers and service providers, as well as environmental groups and government organizations interested in the promotion and use of natural gas as a transportation fuel.
National Hydrogen Association - The National Hydrogen Association is a membership organization founded by a group of ten industry, university, research, and small business members in 1989. Today the NHA’s membership has grown to over 100 members, including representatives from the automobile industry; the fuel cell industry; aerospace; federal, state, and local government; energy providers; and many other industry stakeholders.The NHA's mission is to foster the development of hydrogen technologies and their utilization in industrial, commercial, and consumer applications and promote the role of hydrogen in the energy field.
Office of Transportation and Air Quality — U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Office of Transportation and Air Quality protects public health and the environment by controlling air pollution from motor vehicles, fuels, and non-road equipment, and by encouraging travel choices that minimize emissions.
Propane Education and Research Council — The purpose of the Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) is to promote the safe, efficient use of propane as a preferred energy source. Through the Council, the propane industry has committed itself to a multi-year, multi-million dollar effort to improve consumer and employee safety, to fund research and development of new and more efficient propane equipment, and to expand public awareness of propane and its many uses and environmental advantages.
Renewable Fuels Association - Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) promotes policies, regulations and research and development initiatives that will lead to the increased production and use of fuel ethanol. RFA membership includes a broad cross-section of businesses, individuals and organizations dedicated to the expansion of the U.S. fuel ethanol industry.Rocky Mountain Fleet Management Association - The Rocky Mountain Fleet Management Association (RMFMA) is a non-profit organization for public and private fleets, and their suppliers.
U.S. Department of Energy Clean Cities Program — U.S. Department of Energy's Clean Cities Program supports partnerships that deploy alternative fuel vehicles and build supporting alternative fuel infrastructure.
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