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Sacramento Clean Cities' goal is to reduce fossil petroleum consumption in the transportation sector. |
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NorCal Fleet Academy and Expo |
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SAVE THE DATE for the NorCal Fleet Academy and Expo October 6 & 7, 2021. Sacramento Clean Cities, in partnership with East Bay Clean Cities, NorCal MEMA, NorCal/Nevada NAFA, Sac Metro Air District and Universal Technical Institute will provide training for Fleet Managers, Technicians, Spec Writers and Grant Writers, along with Vehicle and Equipment Displays.
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VW Mitigation Fund Opening Soon |
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The VW Mitigation Fund will open soon with $34M. Eligible projects include scrap & replace heavy-lift forklifts, port cargo handling equipment and airport ground support equipment with ZEV; scrap & repower ferries, tugboats, and towboats with ZEV power; and ZEV shore power for ocean-going vessels.
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US EPA DERA Grant Program |
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The US EPA DERA Grant Program has issued a supplemental $5M grant for tribal and insular communities. Priority is given to projects that achieve significant reduction in diesel emissions in areas designated as having poor air quality.
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HVIP Will Open New Voucher Requests |
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HVIP will open to new voucher requests at 10 a.m on Tuesday, June 8. A total of approximately $82.5M will be available in June, with an additional $82.5M available in August. The FY20-21 Implementation Manual is now available at www.californiahvip.org/im. Additional requirements will apply.
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Sac Metro Air District RFP |
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The Sac Metro Air District has released an $18M RFP. Funding will be available to replace medium and heavy-duty vehicles with zero-emission trucks and buses, install low carbon fueling infrastructure, replace older farm tractors, upgrade locomotives or complete other eligible projects.
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The Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) has a comprehensive website for interested EV buyers that includes available electric vehicles and the Sacramento Area dealers that have received special training to assist potential EV buyers.
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PG&E is offering up to $15.5K for dual-port Level 2 EVSE at schools and state parks. The funding is on a first come, first served basis.
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New Updates, Regulations, and Requirements |
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CARB HD I/M Regulations Workshop |
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The California Air Resources Board (CARB) will hold a Zoom workshop on the proposed HD I/M regulations May 27 from 6pm - 8:30pm. The new regulations will create a much more rigorous I&M program for heavy-duty vehicles
Read More Here
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CARB will conduct a series of ZEV workshops on Wednesday, June 2nd: 9:30 - 12 “Statewide Perspective”, 1 - 2 “Paving the Way”, 5:30 - 6:30 Access and Jobs.
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Sacramento Clean Cities Sponsors Make The News |
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Lion Electric to Build Manufacturing Plant |
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Lion Electric will build a US 900,000 square foot manufacturing plant in Joliet, Illinois where they expect to build 20,000 electric buses and trucks per year beginning in 2022.
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Universal Technical Institute Automotive Technician Training Program |
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Universal Technical Institute (UTI) has an apprenticeship-type training program for automotive technician students, their “Early Employment Program.” Students receive on-the-job experience while they complete their technical education, and employers have an opportunity to screen potential candidates.
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The 2021 Roadmap Conference produced by Forth will be held June 14 – 16 as a virtual event, with programs covering electric vehicles, EV charging, community education and emerging technologies. Sacramento Clean Cities Stakeholders can register and receive a discount.
Register with Sacramento Clean Cities Discount HERE
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Ford E-Transit Cutaway Van |
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The Ford E-Transit Cutaway Van has has a price reduction from the previously announced $45K to $43,295. E-Transit prices range up to $52,690 for the high-roof, long wheelbase cargo van. All models will have the same 67kWh battery pack and one-motor drivetrain.
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Ford Electric Pickup Dual Motor System |
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Ford’s Electric Pickup Will Be Badged the 150 “Lightning” and is expected to have a dual motor system with 300+ miles of range and be on sale by mid-2022.
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Chevy Silverado EV Will Be High Volume Unit for Fleet Purchases |
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The Chevy Silverado EV will be developed as a high volume unit designed for fleet purchases. GM’s CEO, Mary Barra, has indicated that the vehicle will be competitively prices and have plenty of range, storage capability and operational functionality.
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VW ID.4 Survives Mexican 1000 Off-Road Race |
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The VW ID.4 the only EV in the Mexican 1,000 Off-road race, finished 62nd out of 90...not a win, but very impressive with no mechanical issues encountered. It would have finished higher except for the longer stops required for recharging.
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Tesla Losing Largest Credit Buyer |
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Tesla is losing its largest credit buyer, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) FCA has contracted to buy $1.8B in credits through 2022, but with a recent merger with Stellantis, they will no longer need to buy credits.
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US DOE Publishes Report Reveals Potential to Cut Emissions |
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The U.S. DOE recently published a report on the Co-Optima research initiative showing that bio-based diesel blends can reduced GHG by 60%, reduce criteria emissions while simultaneously boosting power density and efficiency.
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Philips 66 Finishes First Phase of Renewable Diesel Upfits |
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Phillips 66 has finished the first phase of renewable diesel production upfits to their refinery in Rodeo, California. The upgrades were required to begin using soybean oil as a feedstock. The refinery is ramping up to a production of 8,000 barrels per day of renewable diesel.
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The LCFS Credit for 1 MT of CO2 is $187.50.
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Sacramento Clean Cities Coalition | 916 - 622 - 8433 |
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