In this January 12th eNewsletter from Sacramento Clean Cities
Upcoming Grants - Funding for a wide range of transportation and energy programs and projects
 
Upcoming Workshops - Participate in the decision making process
 
New Updates, Regulations & Requirements - Regulations and requirements that may affect your operations
 
Alternative Fuel & Zero-Emission Insights - Learn what’s new and what’s coming soon
 
Conferences, Programs - Educational, networking and presentation opportunities
 
Presentations Slides and Videos from Previous Sacramento Clean Cities Webinars
  • Presentation Slides and Recordings posted Here
Thomas Charles (“Tom”) Johnson, “Father of the 100 Best Fleets” award program and legend in the fleet management industry passed away at UCSF Medical Center in San Francisco, CA on December 27, 2022, due to complications from Lou Gehrig's disease (aka ALS, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis). Fleet management consultant, author of several fleet management books, always upbeat and ready to MC fleet events, he will be missed. In lieu of flowers, tax-deductible contributions to support ALS research in Tom's memory will be gratefully accepted at: https://donate.als.org/tomjohnson.
Grants Accepting Applications
Clean Mobility Options - Vouchers for Under-Resourced Communities
  • $33M currently available to develop and launch zero-emission mobility projects including:
  • Innovative transit services – like on-demand shuttles, vans and buses
  • Ride-on-demand services – similar to those provided by Uber or Lyft
  • Bikesharing and scooter-sharing
  • Carpooling and vanpooling
  • Electric vehicle carsharing
  • Funding includes set-asides for tribal governments
  • $100K vouchers for Community Transportation Needs Assessments in DACs
Read more Here
Clean Cities Receiving Increased Funding
Congress has recommended significantly increased funding for Clean Cities Coalitions to assist in granting, up to $60M. An additional $100M will be programmed through the EPA’s DERA program.
Read more Here
Sac Metro Air District Grant Program Now Open
  • $20M in Funding available - open until funds are full awarded
  • On-road, Off-road & Infrastructure Project Proposals Welcome
  • Applicants with a complete project proposal including a completed Payee Data Record form, usage and ownership documents, detailed price quotes, equipment photos, and other requirements are encouraged to apply.
Read more Here
Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) Grant Program
  • $1.5 billion is available for the FY 2023 RAISE grants due by February 28 
  • SACOG, El Dorado & Placer County Transportation Agencies RAISE funding assistance
  • Understand grant requirements, provide technical assistance, and provide letters of support
Read more Here
US DOE $80M School Energy Upgrade Grant Program
  • Energy improvements to schools, especially schools in DACs
  • Also included, $100K for up to 25 local education agencies to train personnel as energy managers
  • Grant applications are due by January 26
Read more Here
New Updates, Regulations, and Requirements
County of Sacramento Storekeeper Recruitment
The County of Sacramento Fleet Management is opening recruitment for Storekeeper.
  • Storekeepers order, receive and issue parts and supplies used in vehicle & equipment maintenance
  • Monthly salary: $4,153 - $5,047
Read more Here
2023 Mileage Rates
The 2023 standard mileage rates have been released by the IRS, and apply to EVs, hybrids and conventional vehicles:
  • 65.5 cents per mile driven for business use
  • 22 cents per mile driven for medical or moving purposes
  • 14 cents per mile driven in service of charitable organizations
Read more Here
Electricity Rates Higher Than Forecast
Electricity costs are going up and will most likely be beyond the forecast cost per kWh that CARB used in their ZEV cost savings data. The “Renewable and zero carbon sources must supply 60 percent of retail electricity in 2030” and the percentage increases to 90% in 2035.
Read more Here
May is Bike Month
May 2023 will bring another “May is Bike Month” sponsored by the Sacramento Area Bicycle Advocates (SABA). This is a great show how you can reduce your carbon footprint while increasing your health! In 2022:
  • 284 Workplaces Participated
  • Nearly 40,000 Vehicle Trips Were Avoided
  • Over 550,000 Cycling Miles Were Traveled
  • 30 tons of CO2 Saved
Read more about SABA Here
Connect with May is Bike Month Here
Upcoming CARB Training Courses
  • The Heavy Duty Inspection and Maintenance (HD I/M) Program
  • In-Use Off-Road Diesel Vehicle Regulation
  • Large Spark Ignition (LSI) Fleet Regulation
  • Transport Refrigeration Units (TRUs)
  • Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Operation & Maintenance
  • CARB Diesel Truck Rules - Compliance Options and Reporting Requirements for 2023 and Beyond
Read more Here
CARB Advanced Clean Fleet Rule Workgroup
January 13 - In person and virtual
  • Staff were directed by board members to modify the infrastructure delay provision and address ZEV availability. 
Read more Here
CEC LD EV Infrastructure Workshop
January 26 - Virtual
  • CEC staff will present concepts for future funding for LD EV Infrastructure projects
  • Public input will be welcomed
Read more Here
CEC "Communities in Charge" Workshop
January 31 - Remote
  • An introduction to Communities in Charge
  • Incentive project outline
  • Funding amounts and timelines
  • How to submit information and request funding
  • How to stay connected with Communities in Charge
Read more Here
Energy Independence Summit
February 13 to 15 - Washington, DC
The annual Energy Independence Summit will be held February 13 to 15 at the Westin Hotel in Washington, DC. Your opportunity to meet directly with:
  • Administration, Congressional and Industry Leaders
  • Elects and their staff serving on energy policy committees
  • Agency heads from DOE, EPA, DOT and USDA 
Read more about the Energy Policy Summit Here
Sponsored attendee slots are available. For information contact ttaylor@cleancitiessacramento.org
CEC Workshop on Rule-Making for Replacement Tire Efficiency
February 14 - Virtual
  • CEC will adopt a tire energy efficiency program for replacement tires for passenger cars and light-duty trucks
  • CEC will develop and maintain a database for tire efficiency information
Read more Here
Sacramento Clean Cities Sponsors Make The News
Administration's National Decarbonization Blueprint
The Biden-Harris administration has released the “US National Blueprint for Transportation Decarbonization” establishing a roadmap for a zero-carbon grid by 2035 and reaching net-zero carbon across all transportation and energy sectors by 2050.
Read more Here
Nikola Capitalizes on Green Hydrogen
Nikola will be delivering fuel cell trucks in 2023 and is taking advantage of rapid developments in the Green Hydrogen space. Nikola’s inclusive lease plan (truck, fuel & maintenance bundled) will benefit from the US DOE’s $8B investment in a national network of hydrogen hubs and their “Hydrogen Shot” program to bring the price of green hydrogen to $1/kg.
Read more Here
FreeWire DCFC with Phillips 66, Conoco, 76, and Chevron Stations
FreeWire has entered into agreements to put their Boost DCFC chargers at gas stations with Phillips 66 (and their affiliated Conoco and 76) and with Chevron’s franchise and corporate-owned stations.
Read more Here
Ford Lightning Best Car to Buy in 2023

The Ford F150 “Lightning” has been awarded the Green Car Reports “Best Car to Buy in 2023.” 
Read more Here
Alternative Fuel Insight
Nevada Lithium Mine Court Problems
Lithium Nevada Corp’s efforts to open a lithium mine on Indian land in Northern Nevada have hit a snag in federal court. Native Americans have filed several state court actions to stop the mine without success, but a federal appeals court could now rule against allowing the mine to move forward. 
Read more Here
Stellantis Building Archer Aircraft
Stellantis, parent of 16 auto OEMs including Chrysler, Fiat, Citroen and Peugeot, will build a four-passenger, 12 propeller VTOL aircraft with a 100 mile range for Archer. Manufacturing is schedule to be done in Georgia beginning in 2024. 
Read more Here
Ram Hydrogen Pickup
Stellantis, parent company of Dodge/Ram has indicated that they have plans to develop a hydrogen fuel cell model of their Ram pickup truck line.
Read more Here
PG&E Green Hydrogen Energy Storage
PG&E has applied for permits to build their first major power storage facility using renewable hydrogen in Calistoga. The facility will have a starting capacity to store 293MWh of energy, enough to provide 48 hours of zero-carbon electricity, and will be expandable to 700MWh. 
Read more Here
Tesla Semi - Load Weight Dictates Range
PepsiCo is putting 15 Tesla Semis into service in Modesto hauling light loads of chips over 400 miles, and 21 Tesla Semis into service in Sacramento hauling heavy loads of soda 100 miles. 
Read more Here
HD NOx Standard Unrealistic?
Engine manufacturers believe EPA has developed their new NOx standards based on incomplete, inaccurate and faulty information, indicating that sensors and catalysts that can meet the standards do not exist.
Read more Here
Vinfast Delivers in December
Vinfast has delivered their first VF8 SUVs in December, with plans to to begin taking orders for their FV6 and FV7 models in March.
Read more Here
HD EVs Unable to Plow Snow
The City of New York uses their refuse fleet with front plow attachments to plow snow when the streets need to be cleared. As with other high-energy-demand operations, the battery electric trucks are not able to perform satisfactorily with current technology batteries.
Read more Here
ARCHES $8B Proposal Encouraged by DOE
The US DOE has encouraged the California Governor's Office to submit their $8B Hydrogen Hub proposal for funding.
LCFS Renewable Fuel Pathways
California Average Grid Electricity Carbon Intensity: California average grid electricity used as a transportation fuel in California: 76.73gCO2e/MJ.
Read more Here
CARB Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) Credits-$66.00
Domestic Swine Manure Among the Lowest Carbon Intensity (CI) Energy Sources
Check CARB CI Pathways Here
Conferences and Programs
Energy Independence Summit
February 13 to 15 - Washington, DC
The annual Energy Independence Summit will be held February 13 to 15 at the Westin Hotel in Washington, DC. Your opportunity to meet directly with:
  • Administration, Congressional and Industry Leaders
  • Elects and their staff serving on energy policy committees
  • Agency heads from DOE, EPA, DOT and USDA 
Read more about the Energy Policy Summit Here
Sponsored attendee slots are available. For information contact ttaylor@cleancitiessacramento.org
NAFA - Essentials of Fleet Management
Virtual
  • 10 Hours of Live Instruction February 21 through March 7
  • Vehicle Specification & Fleet Right-Sizing, Risk Management, Fueling Strategies, TCO
Read more Here
May is Bike Month
May 2023 will bring another “May is Bike Month” sponsored by the Sacramento Area Bicycle Advocates (SABA). This is a great show how you can reduce your carbon footprint while increasing your health! In 2022:
  • 284 Workplaces Participated
  • Nearly 40,000 Vehicle Trips Were Avoided
  • Over 550,000 Cycling Miles Were Traveled
  • 30 tons of CO2 Saved
Read more about SABA Here
Connect with May is Bike Month Here
FORTH Roadmap Conference
May 15 - 17, 2023
Portland
  • We are a proud Community Partner for the 2023 #RoadmapForth Conference!
  • Join 1k+ automakers, utilities, gov. agencies, NGOs & more May 15-17 for the nation's premier #electrictransportation conference.
Use code CPSAC for $75 off Presale Rates before 1/16
EVS36 "Driving the Transition to E-Mobility"
June 11 - 14, 2023 - Sacramento Convention Center
  • Annual international gathering of the world’s EV experts
  • Cutting-edge research 
  • Innovative technologies
  • EV Market developments
Read more about EVS36 Here
  • EVS36 Call for papers covering:
  • Research
  • Market and government programs
  • Activities across all fields related to hybrid, battery & fuel cell technologies
  • EV infrastructure and services.
Read more about submitting papers Here
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