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AUGUST 2016 | Wisconsin Clean Cities | Monthly Newsletter
FEATURED MEMBER NISSAN
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Electric Vehicle Group Buy Event Summer Propane Roundtable Natural Gas Roundtable | Selecting EV Charging Station Featured Member: Nissan Alternatives to Rising Diesel Prices | Diesel Inspection Class Funding Announcements Internship Opportunity | Annual Meeting Question of the Month | Become A Member Members and Alternative Fuel News Mark Your Calendars!
REV UP WISCONSIN ELECTRIC VEHICLE GROUP BUY PROGRAM Wisconsin Clean Cities (WCC) announces Wisconsin’s first electric vehicle group buy program beginning August 2, 2016 and concluding on September 30, 2016. REV UP WISCONSIN has partnered with Nissan and Madison participating dealers, Zimbrick Nissan and Rosen Nissan, to provide huge discounts on the best-selling 2016 Nissan Leaf SV. The REV UP WISCONSIN program, offers $8,231 off and 0% financing for up to 72 months on a 2016 Nissan Leaf SV. Lease options are available. Additional Federal Tax savings up to $7,500 may apply. Special fleet pricing is also available. WCC has partnered with Alliant Energy and Madison Gas and Electric (MGE) to host several educational and vehicle ride and drive events at various locations throughout the Madison area. WCC, Alliant Energy and MGE will work with local employers to encourage participation in the U.S. Department of Energy Workplace Charging Challenge. Visit our website for additional dealer information, partner incentives and locations and dates of ride and drive events.
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Drive off in a 2016 Nissan Leaf SV with these competitive offers: Lease for $289 per month with only $289 due at signing* OR Save $8,231 and Get 0% financing for up to 72 months** Up to $7,500 Federal Tax Incentive!*** *36 month lease with 12,000 miles per year. Tax, title, license, acquisition and $195 DOC fee extra. No security deposit. With approved credit thru NMAC. Includes $10,450 NMAC Lease Cash. Everyone who qualifies for NMAC leasing qualifies for NMAC lease cash. Offer ends 9/30/2016. **Monthly payments equal $13.89 per $1,000 financed to approved credit thru NMAC. Includes $4,000 of NMAC Finance Customer Cash. Everyone who qualifies for NMAC financing qualifies for NMAC customer cash. Everyone qualifies for dealer discount of $4321. Offer ends 9/30/2016. ***Consult with your own legal professional to determine eligibility. Incentives are not within Wisconsin Clean Cities’ control and are subject to change without notice. MSRP $35,720. All incentives are subject to change and based on availability through Nissan at time of purchase.
Ride & Drive Events Tuesday, August 9th Rosen Nissan
Thursday, August 18th Zimbrick Nissan
September 15th September 17th Alliant Energy
Participating Partners
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Madison Gas & Electric
2016 SUMMER PROPANE ROUNDTABLE SAVE THE DATE!
Tuesday, August 23, 2016 Go Riteway 6970 S 6th Street Oak Creek, WI Join Wisconsin Clean Cities on Tuesday, August 23 for our Wisconsin Propane Autogas Roundtable event. The event is a stakeholder forum created to provide information to businesses and citizens about propane (LPG) as a transportation fuel and identify opportunities to expand the use of LPG throughout the state of Wisconsin. This is a FREE event and open to the public! To register for the event click here. Become a sponsor today! By supporting the Wisconsin Propane Autogas Roundtable event there is a great opportunity for your company to be publicly associated with the Wisconsin Clean Cities Coalition and key businesses and organizations throughout the entire state of Wisconsin. To take advantage of this sponsorship opportunity, please click here to view our event packet which includes the agenda, sponsorship levels, and the sponsorship form. Sponsorship Levels: Diamond Sponsor: $500 Gold Sponsor: $350 Silver Sponsor: $250 Bronze Sponsor: $100 If you are interested in attending or sponsoring the event please contact Courtney Long at 414221-4487 or Courtney.Long@wicleancities.org
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
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2016 SUMMER NATURAL GAS ROUNDTABLE SAVE THE DATE!
Thursday, September 22, 2016 Waukesha County Technical College 800 Main Street Pewaukee, WI Join Wisconsin Clean Cities on Thursday, September 22 for our Natural Gas for Transportation Roundtable event. The event will serve as a stakeholder forum created to provide information to businesses and citizens about natural gas as a transportation fuel and identify opportunities to expand the use of compressed natural gas (CNG), liquefied natural gas (LNG) and renewable natural gas (biogas). The event is FREE and open to the public. Registration for this event will be open soon. Registration will open shortly! If you have any questions about the event please contact Courtney Long at 414-221-4487 or Courtney.Long@wicleancities.org.
UPCOMING WEBINAR SAVE THE DATE!
Selecting an Electric Vehicle Charging Station: Options for Equipment and Services Tuesday, August 9, 2016 2:00-3:00 PM CST This webinar will focus on helping stakeholders better understand the equipment, installation, and data management options for electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE). This webinar will feature presentations from industry experts and equip those interested in making informed decisions about EV charging stations with information, including: • A basic overview of EV charging stations, including charging levels and ranges, wall-mounted and pedestal units, electrical requirements, and safety features. • The services provided by each presenting business and its activity in the EV market • Different components and features, including connector types, networking capabilities, software and data monitoring. • Key considerations including siting, signage, installation, maintenance, and operating costs. Click here to register! After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the training. 4 | August ReFUEL
FEATURED MEMBER: NISSAN Nissan is a Japanese multinational automobile manufacturer headquartered in Nishi-ku, Yokohama, Japan. Nissan currently ranks as the sixth largest car manufacturer, behind only Toyota, General Motors, Volkswagen, Hyundai, and Ford. In 2015, Nissan sold just under 1.5 million automobiles in the United States. Their continued success in the automobile industry has been driven by their comitment to excellence and high-quality products. Not only has Nissan continued to produce excellent vehicles but they have become leaders in producing sustainable vehicles, as well. In addition to providing the obvious benefit of growth with sustainable profits, Nissan seeks to contribute to the sustainable development of society. To this end, they listen carefully to the wide variety of stakeholders, working with them as they pursue activities that meet society’s needs. Ensuring that people, cars and the environment can co-exist is a dominant theme at Nissan. In every aspect, from design to manufacturing and sales to recycling, they spare no effort to produce cars that are friendly to the environment. Nissan introduced its first battery electric vehicle, the Nissan Altra at the Los Angeles International Auto Show on December 29, 1997. In 2009, Nissan unveiled the EV-11 prototype electric car. The new model was based on the Nissan Tiida (Versa in North America), with the conventional gasoline engine replaced with an all-electric drivetrain. In 2010, Nissan introduced the Nissan LEAF as the first massmarket, all-electric vehicle launched globally. Global sales totaled 100,000 Leafs by mid January 2014, representing a 45% market share of worldwide pure electric vehicles sold since 2010. Global Leaf sales passed the 200,000 unit milestone in December 2015, and the Leaf still ranked as the best selling all-electric car in history. The 2016 Nissan LEAF SV will be featured at the upcoming Wisconsin Clean Cities event, REV UP WISCONSIN. The program offers $8,231 off and 0% financing for up to 72 months on a 2016 Nissan Leaf SV. Lease options are available. Additional Federal Tax savings up to $7,500 may apply. Special fleet pricing is also available. To learn more about Nissan, contact your local dealership, or contact: Cynthia Maves Electric Vehicle Business Development Manager cynthia.maves@nissan-usa.com
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ALTERNATIVES TO RISING DIESEL PRICES According to recent reports, the cost of diesel fuel in the U.S. is expected to rise substantially over the next decade. To avoid these rising rates, many fleet managers around the country are replacing their diesel vehicles with alternative fuel models, like those that run on abundant, American-made propane autogas. However, for fleet managers who have not yet made the switch, there is now even more reason to consider alternative fuels. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration are jointly proposing stricter diesel regulations that are going to drive the fuel costs even higher. How much higher? Approximately $1,150 to $1,990 per vehicle higher in the first year (2021) and $1,770 to $1,990 per vehicle in years 2024-27. To combat these fees, many transit agencies are making the move to clean-burning, cost-effective propane autogas. For example, Florida’s Lee County transit agency added 20 Ford E-450s equipped with ROUSH CleanTech propane autogas fuel systems to its fleet. The transit agency has seen such success, that it plans to replace the rest of its diesel-powered paratransit shuttles with propane-fueled models over the next five years. With more than 45 percent of its paratransit fleet now operating on propane autogas, LeeTran is averaging $.50 per gallon of propane compared with about $1.50 per gallon for diesel. Aside from cost savings, the agency also expects to reduce nitrogen oxide emissions by more than 1.8 million pounds over the shuttles’ lifetime. “We are converting our vehicles to operate on propane autogas for a number of reasons,” says Robert Southall, maintenance manager of LeeTran. “It’s an American-made fuel with significant environmental benefits; converting to propane infrastructure is more affordable; and propane autogas offers lower fuels prices.” Propane autogas is a nontoxic, non-carcinogenic and non-corrosive fuel. The Environmental Protection Agency classifies the fuel as a non-contaminant. It is the leading alternative fuel in the United States and the third most commonly used vehicle fuel, following gasoline and diesel. About 25 million vehicles travel worldwide with propane in their fuel tank.
DIESEL 404-401 TANK AND FUEL SYSTEM INSPECTION CLASS This course is designed to instruct students in the proper procedures required to visually inspect CNG fuel systems from high pressure cylinders to the first stage regulator. It covers cylinder identification, installation, General and Detailed Visual Inspections. The class will be hosted at Milwaukee Area Technical College (South Campus) on August 15th and 16th. The class runs from 8:00 AM until 4:30 PM on both days. The address of the campus is 6665 S. Howell Ave. Oak Creek WI, 53154. The cost of the course is $67.96 per attendee. Current regulations require all CNG tanks visually inspected by a certified inspector every 3 years or 36,000 miles whichever comes first or in the event of an accident or fire on the vehicle. This class would cover the inspection requirements and techniques as defined by industry standards and regulations. The class focus is on the high pressure portion of the fuel system from the cylinders to the first stage regulator. This class would serve as a preparatory class for a student who would like to take the CSA certification exam to become a Certified CNG Fuel System Inspector. Seating in both classes is limited to 16 participants per class due to the hands on focus of the class. To register for the class click here. Contact Craig Kuehl at 414-571 4766 or kuehlc@matc.edu with any questions about the course.
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FUNDING ANNOUNCEMENTS Clean Diesel Grant The Clean Diesel Grant is funded by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) through the Diesel Emission Reduction Act (DERA). The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (WDNR) administers Clean Diesel Grant Programs to help reduce diesel emissions from both public and private vehicle fleets across the state. The program has approximately $445,000 available to help fund aging school bus replacement projects from both public and private school bus fleets across the state. All 2016 application materials, including guidelines and forms, are located on the WDNR website. All guidelines and forms should be thoroughly reviewed to determine eligibility and requirements. If there are any questions after reviewing the guidelines and forms, please contact: Liesl Stewart, liesl.stewart@wisconsin.gov, 608-266-7679 or Jessica Lawent, jessica.lawent@wisconsin.gov, 414-263-8653. All submissions to be postmarked by Friday, August 12, 2016. For more information click here.
Diesel Truck Idling Reduction Grant The Wisconsin Department of Administration (DOA) administers a grant program to reduce diesel truck idling. The program is designed to assist common, contract and private motor carriers in the purchase and installation of idling reduction technologies. Motor carriers are eligible to receive up to 50% reimbursement for the purchase and installation of idling reduction equipment. The program’s primary goals are to help Wisconsin motor carriers reduce air pollution emissions and fuel consumption. Eligible Costs: • Idling reduction unit (base price). • Standard installation of the idling reduction unit. Applications will be accepted beginning on July 1, 2016. Funds will be awarded on a lottery system. This may happen several times depending on the number of applications, the number of withdrawals and the cost of the technologies. Application deadline is Friday, August 26, 2016. For more information on the grant program click here.
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CLEAN CITIES INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITY
We are pleased to announce the launch of the Fall/Spring 2016/2017 term of the U.S. Department of Energy Clean Cities University Workforce Development Program (CCUWDP). This is a wonderful opportunity for students looking to gain experience in the energy and transportation areas. The online application process closes on August 15, 2016, so applications and resumes must be submitted by that date. The Clean Cities internship will give students studying communications, public relations, business, marketing, engineering or environmental sciences, the opportunity to grow public awareness and expand the markets of advanced vehicle technologies, alternative fuels, and practices that reduce the consumption of petroleum. Students have participated in research, outreach activities, public education, K-12 outreach, fleet events, and a vast array of transportation-related environmental projects. To submit your resume and complete the online application, please click here and complete the application process by August 15, 2016. If selected, interns will be notified by September 1, 2016.
2016 ANNUAL STAKEHOLDERS’ MEETING The date and location of Wisconsin’s Annual Stakeholders’ Meeting have been finalized! This year’s meeting will take place on December 6, 2016. It will be hosted at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin. All members and supporters of Wisconsin Clean Cities are encouraged to attend. The purpose of the meeting is to recognize the efforts and many successes of the members for reducing their dependence on petroleum-based fuels, implementing alternative fuel vehicles and infrastructure, and for helping improve our air quality. The program will consist of an update on the current projects undertaken by WCC with presenting the yearly technology and sustainability awards. The event is a great opportunity to network with the other members and supporters of our organization. Make sure to reserve your spot soon for this year’s event! If you are interested in attending or have questions about the event please contact Courtney Long at 414-221-4487 or courtney.long@wicleancities.org. Online registration will be opening shortly.
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CLEAN CITIES QUESTION OF THE MONTH
BECOMEAAMEMBER MEMBER TODAY! TODAY! BECOME Your membership will allow us to continue to strive for reduced petroleum consumption, clean air, and an improved quality of life. Along with helping support many projects we are currently working on throughout Wisconsin, your membership would also include several benefits: • Information on upcoming grants that will allow your company to save money on infrastructure, vehicles, or fuel, as well as information about projects and the latest alternative fuels news • Support for grant preparation or assistance • A representative from your company may serve on our Board of Directors and supporting committees • Access to Wisconsin Clean Cities events, which include seminars, meetings, and conferences • Networking opportunities with fleets and industry partners • Technical training, workshops, and webinars • Individual consultation and technical assistance • Public recognition for progress in reducing petroleum consumption and assistance with media outreach Gold Members Diamond Member
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WCC MEMBERS & ALTERNATIVE FUELS NEWS ROUSH CleanTech Races Ahead in Alternative Fuel Market City of Milwaukee Reconized as 2016 Leading Fleet PTI Awarded Carrier of the Year Odyne Systems Tapping into Demand for Lower-Emission Trucks GAIN Clean Fuel, FastFlow CNG Partner on CNG Station in Texas 1,000-Mile Nissan Leaf Electric Car Road Trip in the Northeast \ Cummins: New X15 Engine Offers High Performance, Economy, Reliability Natural Gas Stations to Cross 39K by 2026 Feeling Renewed BMW Introduces Three Plug-In Hybrid Electric Models
Natural Gas Truck Sales Recover From Slow Start in 2016 DOE’s Vehicle Technologies Office to Achieve Goals with Alt Fuels Lyft, GM’s Express Drive Expands and Adds Chevrolet EVs 2017 Chevrolet Bolt EV electric car to enter production in October More U.S. Trucking Fleets Shifting to New Tech Clean Diesel DOE, Hyundai Extend Fuel Cell Program as Hydrogen Station Opens XL Hybrids to Incentivize Hybrid-Electric Fleet Conversions Salt Lake City Commits to Landmark Clean Energy and Climate Change Resolution Indianapolis Public Schools Refreshes Fleet with 100 New Propane Buses Trillium CNG Finalizes Contract to Build 29 CNG Stations for PennDOT Homewood Disposal Brings Public CNG Station to Second Illinois Site
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
August 9 REV UP WISCONSIN Event Rosen Nissan Madison, WI
September 17 REV UP WISCONSIN Event Alliant Energy Madison, WI
August 15-16 Diesel 404-401 Tank and Fuel System Inspection Class MATC South Campus Oak Creek, WI
September 27 South Shore Clean Cities Golf Outing Innsbrook Country Club Merriville, IN
August 18 REV UP WISCONSIN Event Zimbrick Nissan Madison, WI
September 27-28 Level 3: Heavy-Duty NGV Maintenance and Diagnostics Training Chicago, IL
August 23 Propane Roundtable Go Riteway Headquarters Oak Creek, WI
September 27-30 Level 3: Heavy-Duty NGV Maintenance and Diagnostics Training & CNG Fuel System Inspector Training Milwaukee, WI
September 22 Natural Gas Roundtable Waukesha County Technical College Pewaukee, WI
December 6 Annual Stakeholder’s Meeting Lambeau Field Green Bay, WI
September 15 REV UP WISCONSIN Event Alliant Energy Madison, WI
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WCC is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3), organization, and is one of nearly 100 Clean Cities coalitions across the U.S. WCC works to reduce emissions, encourage the use of alternative fuels and alternative fuel vehicles, and develop the refueling infrastructure necessary to sustain the industry. 231 W Michigan St., P321, Milwaukee, WI 53203| Phone: (414) 221-4958 | Fax: (414) 221-3961 Email: info@wicleancities.org | Website: www.wicleancities.org