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Welcome to David Chernack, ECC's new
Communication andOutreach Coordinator!
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Another successful Empire Clean Cities Stakeholder Meeting!
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Thank you to all who attended our 12th Annual Stakeholder Meeting on Wednesday, September 22nd. You can view the full agenda here.
The event was held in conjunction with the NYC Parks Annual Equipment and Vehicle Show, which showcased over 130 vendors and exhibitors with alternative fuel vehicles and emissions reducing technologies, right under the iconic Unisphere.
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Green Loading Zones (GLZs) Pilot Program- Survey
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The New York City Department of Transportation is seeking feedback to inform a Green Loading Zones (GLZs) pilot program. The pilot program will leverage curb regulations to incentivize low-emission and electric commercial vehicles (green vehicles) by providing dedicated curb spaces for loading and unloading activities. Access the online 10-15 minutes survey through October 15, 2021. We welcome participation from managers in freight logistics, trucking, and fleet management sectors.
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Webinar Series: Electric Municipal & Commercial Vehicles: What's Here, What's Coming
When: September 30th, 10:30-11:30 AM EST
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Join Vermont Clean Cities, Granite State Clean Cities, and Maine Clean Communities for two webinars in our "Medium & Heavy-Duty Electric Vehicle/Tech/Equipment" webinar series geared for public & private Fleet & Business Managers, Public Works Directors, planning commissions, energy committees and other advocates & decision-makers. Register here.
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What: AltWheels Virtual Fleet Day
When: Monday, October 4, 2021
Join Empire Clean Cities and AltWheels co-hosts for a virtual fleet day on October 4th. The full-day event will feature alternative fuel panel discussions, Q&A, and virtual networking opportunities. View the full agenda and register here.
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What: Electric Vehicle Symposium and Ride and Drive
When: Friday, October 8, 2021
Join Farmingdale State College, NAFA Fleet Management Association, Empire Clean Cities, and Drive Electric Long Island for an electric vehicle symposium and ride-and-drive event at Farmingdale State College. Learn more and register here.
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What: Empire Clean Vehicle Festival
When: Thursday, October 14th, 2021
Join ECC for our Empire Clean Vehicle Festival in Union Square Park! The full-day event will feature displays of the latest clean transportation technology in our region. Contact Joy Gardner for information on sponsorship and displaying a vehicle.
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Do you have an upcoming event that you would like us to know about?
Empire Clean Cities is here to spread the word about alternative fuels and clean air. Contact us with any event inquiries or opportunities!
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For a full list of funding opportunities and incentives, visit the 'Incentives' page on our website.
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The goal of this funding opportunity is to accelerate the development of new or enhance/increase existing anaerobic digestion capacity and infrastructure in the United States. Deadline to apply: October 7th, 2021.
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New York State Volkswagen Settlement Funds: Current Programs
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Rebate incentive funding is now available for fleets and businesses in NYC Industrial Business Zones (IBZs) for the replacement of older, diesel-fueled trucks with alternative fuel or electric vehicle technologies. Funding available from $12,000 to $185,000 per truck replacement, depending on fuel type and truck class size.
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*UPDATE: Funding has been exhausted for Class 8 PHEV, HEV, CNG, and Propane Vehicles*
NYTVIP provides vouchers to fleets across New York State for the replacement of older diesel vehicles with the purchase or lease of electric, conventional hybrid electric, compressed natural gas, or propane medium- and heavy-duty vehicles. Voucher amounts are based on a percentage of the incremental cost of the vehicle.
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What We're Reading (& Watching)
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NYC Announces $75M in EV & Infrastructure Investments
NYC Mayor’s Office of Climate and Sustainability and DCAS announced a major funding push in support of its mission to electrify its entire fleet. A total of $75 million in new investments to purchase 300 new EVs, install 275 DCFC stations, deploy 20 portable vehicle chargers, install 11 new solar-powered carport chargers, and more!
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