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South Shore Clean Cities Inc.

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Department of Energy Clean Cities Program

Clean Cities Mission To advance the energy, economic, and environmental security of the U.S. by supporting local decisions to reduce petroleum use in transportation.

• Sponsored by the DOE’s Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy's Vehicle Technologies Office

• Established in 1993 in response to the Energy Policy Act (EPACT) 1992 • Companion program to the EPACT mandates requiring certain fleets to

acquire AFVs (Federal, State, and Fuel Provider Fleets) • Provides a framework for businesses and governments to work

together as a coalition to enhance markets• Major Emphasis: Deployment of alternative fuels and advanced

vehicle technologies (i.e. vehicles and fueling infrastructure)• Program Goal: Reduce U.S. petroleum use by 2.5 billion gallons per

year by 2020

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Alternative Fuels and Vehicles• Biodiesel• Electricity• Ethanol (E85)• Hydrogen• Natural gas• Propane

Fuel Blends• Biodiesel/diesel blends (B2, B5, B20)• Ethanol/gasoline blends (E10)• Hydrogen/natural gas blends (HCNG)

Clean Cities Program Portfolio of Technologies

Hybrids• Light- and Heavy-duty HEVs• PHEVs

Fuel Economy• Fuel efficiency• Behavioral changes• Vehicle maintenance

initiatives• Vehicle miles traveled (VMT)

Idle Reduction• Heavy-duty trucks• School buses• Truck stop electrification

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The Clean Cities Model

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~ 100 coalitions serving 80% of the US population ~

Thousands of stakeholders from businesses, city/state governments, transportation industry, community based organizations, utilities and fuel providers

Local Community Partnerships:National Network of Coalitions

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IMPACT: Northern IN Petroleum & GHG Emission Reduction Achieved in 2015

In 2012 South Shore Clean Cities was recognized by DOE Clean Cities for the:

• Greatest Increase in Biodiesel Fuel Use &• Top Overall Improvement in Petroleum Savings.

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Northwestern Indiana Green Fleet Program

GOAL:Outreach/Education and Programs to reduce transportation related emissions and improve air quality and reduce barriers in the adoption of alternative fuels throughout Indiana!

APPROACH•Economic development•Heater pilot program (School & Transit)•Developing Green Fleet program in several pilot communities, Businesses (fleet audits and developing plans for greening fleets)

OUTREACH/EDUCATION•Events•Webinars•Green Radio Network radio show•Trainings

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Midwest DRIVES Initiative

Midwest DRIVES offers fleets opportunities to test a range of alternative fuel vehicles in day-to-dayoperations. The initiative includes:

• FREE demos of alternative fuel vehicles (including CNG, Propane, Hybrid, EV, Efficiency and Biofuel

vehicles in light, medium, and heavy-duty applications)• FREE data logging on demo vehicles provided by

FleetCarma (vehicle performance metrics to guide your decisions)

• FREE case studies & analysis comparing alternative fuel vehicles vs. conventional vehicle performance on your routes, with your drivers

• Technical support & resources from industry experts and experienced Clean Cities Coalition staff in Ohio, Michigan, and Indiana.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:

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The Green Radio Network

“A Green Network for a Greener Tomorrow”

The Green Radio Network promotes green projects across the United States and focuses on current topics for the environment. The intent of the program is to enhance overall understanding of green projects and programs while conversing about all of their potential benefits.  

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SSCC’s 2017 Annual Meeting and Awards

Tuesday, February 14, 2017Blue Chip Hotel & Spa

Michigan City, IN

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Coming up Next…

“A Green Network for a Greener Tomorrow”

October 17- 19, 2016 – Fleet Technology ExpoRenaissance Schaumburg Hotel & Convention Center | Schaumburg, IL

October 22, 2016 – Green Radio Network Segment on AM 1420 WIMS1:05 pm CDT | Guest: John T. Boyd, La Port County Sheriff

November 5, 2016 – Green Radio Network Segment on AM 1420 WIMS1:05 pm CDT | Guest: Mitch Barloga, NIRPC

November 19, 2016 – Green Radio Network Segment on AM 1420 WIMS1:05 pm CDT | Guest: Jennifer Collins, IDEM

February 14, 2017 – SSCC 2017 Annual Meeting & Awards11:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. CDT | Blue Chip Hotel & Spa | Michigan City, IN

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For More Information

Clean Cities Website: www.cleancities.energy.govAlternative Fuels and Advanced Vehicles Data Center: www.afdc.energy.gov

Fuel Economy: www.fueleconomy.gov

South Shore Clean Cities9800 Connecticut DriveCrown Point, IN 46307

Office: (219) 644-3690info@southshorecleancities.org

www.southshorecleancities.org