EERE Clean Cities News

Energy Department Awards $11 Million for Clean Energy Small Businesses

Wed, 30 May 2012 00:00:00 MST

The Energy Department has announced a total of $11 million in innovative research and technology grants of up to $150,000 to nearly 67 small businesses nationwide.

'Year One' Leader in EcoCAR2 Contest Named

Wed, 30 May 2012 00:00:00 MST

Mississippi State University was named "Year One" overall winner in the three-year EcoCAR2, which offers 15 collegiate teams the chance to gain automotive engineering experience by improving energy efficiency.

EcoCAR 2 Announces Year One Winner: Mississippi State University

Thu, 24 May 2012 00:00:00 MST

EcoCAR 2: Plugging In to the Future today named Mississippi State University its Year One winner at the EcoCAR 2012 Competition in Los Angeles.

Energy Department Webinar May 22: DOE Highlights Tool to Estimate the Economic Benefits of Fuel Cell Adoption

Tue, 22 May 2012 00:00:00 MST

The Energy Department will present a live webinar on May 22, 2012, featuring a new modeling tool for estimating the economic benefits of fuel cells in early market applications. The tool, called "Job and Output Benefits of Stationary Fuel Cells (JOBS FC): Economic Benefits of Fuel Cells," estimates the number of jobs created by deploying fuel cells in forklifts, backup power, and prime power applications. The webinar will be offered on Tuesday, May 22, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time.

Global Automakers Demo Fast Charging EV Technology

Wed, 16 May 2012 00:00:00 MST

Eight automakers have demonstrated a fast-charging technology for electric vehicles (EV) that can recharge compatible systems in as few as 15 minutes.

Clean Cities Publishes Electric Vehicle Handbooks for Charging Station Hosts and Electrical Contractors

Thu, 10 May 2012 00:00:00 MST

Plug-in electric vehicles are hitting the road, and Clean Cities is helping communities take full advantage of their potential to stimulate local economies, reduce petroleum use, and cut emissions.

Energy Department Announces up to $5 Million to Spur Adoption of Alternative Fuel Vehicles in Communities Nationwide

Tue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 MST

As part of President Obama's all-of-the-above energy strategy to address the high price of gasoline and reduce American dependence on foreign oil, the U.S. Department of Energy today announced up to $5 million available this year to help expand the use of alternative fuel vehicles, including electric vehicles (EVs), in cities and towns across the country.

Michigan Company Unveils EV Systems Manufacturing Facility

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 00:00:00 MST

The Energy Department has announced the opening of an electric vehicle (EV) systems manufacturing facility in Michigan by a company that was backed by $40 million in Recovery Act funding.

Clean Cities Publishes Electric Vehicle Handbook for Fleet Managers

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 00:00:00 MST

A new generation of plug-in electric vehicles is hitting the road, and Clean Cities is helping fleet managers take advantage of their potential to reduce petroleum use.

Energy Department to Back $30 Million Storage Competition

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 00:00:00 MST

The Energy Department has announced a $30 million research competition for improving the performance of energy storage devices, including Defense Department hybrid modules.

Michigan Company Unveils Electric Vehicle Systems Manufacturing Facility Funded by Recovery Act

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 00:00:00 MST

The Energy Department today announced the opening of an electric vehicle component manufacturing facility in Grand Blanc Township.

Announcing $4 Million for Wireless EV Charging

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 00:00:00 MST

The Energy Department has offered up to $4 million to develop wireless chargers for electric vehicles (EVs).

Transportation Department Awards $13.1 Million for Green Transit

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 00:00:00 MST

U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded $13.1 million to fund 11 projects under Federal Transit Administration's National Fuel Cell Bus Program that advances hydrogen fuel cell power for transit buses.

California Commits $100 Million to Build EV-Charging Stations

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 00:00:00 MST

California has committed $100 million for construction of a statewide network of charging stations for electric vehicles (EV).

Ohio Unveils Its First Liquefied Natural Gas Station Deployed Through the Recovery Act

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 00:00:00 MST

The U.S. Energy Department announced today the recent opening of the first liquefied natural gas (LNG) fueling station in Ohio.

DOE Offers $10 Million to Promote Zero-Emission Cargo Transport Vehicles

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 00:00:00 MST

DOE has offered up to $10 million in funding to promote zero-emissions cargo transportation vehicles.

Clean Cities Publishes 2012 Vehicle Buyer's Guide

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 MST

This comprehensive guide features the 2012 lineup of alternative fuel and advanced vehicles, with information on prices, fuel economy, emissions, and more.

White House Offers $14 Million for Advanced Vehicle Materials

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 00:00:00 MST

The Obama Administration has announced a $14.2 million DOE initiative to speed the development and deployment of stronger and lighter materials for advanced vehicles.

Obama Administration Offers $35 Million for Biomass Research

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 00:00:00 MST

The Obama Administration has offered up to $35 million over three years to support biomass research in a joint program with DOE and the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Obama Administration Announces $14.2 Million in New Funding to Develop Lightweight Materials for Advanced Vehicles

Thu, 22 Mar 2012 00:00:00 MST

The White House announced a new $14.2 million effort to accelerate the development and deployment of stronger and lighter materials for advanced vehicles.

Coalition Offers Plan to Accelerate Adoption of Plug-In Electric Vehicles

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 00:00:00 MST

A Center for Climate and Energy Solutions-led group has recommended strategies to connect plug-in electric vehicles to the U.S. grid.

DOE Offers Up to $2 Million for Hydrogen Fueling Stations Data Collection

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 00:00:00 MST

DOE has offered up to $2 million to support the collection and analysis of performance data for hydrogen fueling stations and advanced refueling components.

President Launches DOE's 'EV-Everywhere Challenge'

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 00:00:00 MST

President Obama has launched DOE's EV-Everywhere Challenge to enable researchers and businesses to team up to make electric vehicles (EV) less expensive.

Four Major Firms Join National Clean Fleets Partnership

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 00:00:00 MST

Four major firms have joined DOE's National Clean Fleets Partnership, a public-private initiative aimed at reducing gasoline and diesel use.

New National Clean Fleets Partners Join with Clean Cities to Reduce Petroleum Use

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 00:00:00 MST

Best Buy, Johnson Controls Inc., Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), and Veolia Environmental Services will work with Clean Cities in the deployment of alternative fuels, advanced vehicles, and other fuel-saving measures.

ARPA-E Issues Call for Transformational Energy Technologies

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 00:00:00 MST

DOE's Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E) has issued a $150 million open funding announcement for early stage projects that would not otherwise attract private investment.

Ford Focus Electric Vehicle Earns Top EPA Mileage Rating

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 00:00:00 MST

Ford Motor Company has announced that its new Focus Electric has been U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)-certified as having a combined rating of 105 miles per gallon equivalent.

DOE Offers $6 Million for Fuel Cell EV Data Collection

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 00:00:00 MST

DOE has offered up to $6 million for projects that will collect and analyze performance data for fuel cell electric vehicles (EV).

President Obama Launches EV-Everywhere Challenge as Part of Energy Department's Clean Energy Grand Challenges

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 00:00:00 MST

At an event today at the Daimler Truck factory in Mt. Holly, N.C., President Obama launched EV-Everywhere, the second in a series of Energy Department "Clean Energy Grand Challenges" aimed at addressing the most pressing energy challenges of our time. The EV Everywhere Challenge will bring together America's best and brightest scientists, engineers, and businesses to work collaboratively to make electric vehicles more affordable and convenient to own and drive than today's gasoline-powered vehicles within the next 10 years.

Secretary Chu Announces Best Buy, Johnson Controls, Pacific Gas and Electric, and Veolia to Join National Clean Fleets Partnership

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 00:00:00 MST

Energy Secretary Steven Chu announced that four new corporate partners--Best Buy, Johnson Controls, Pacific Gas and Electric, and Veolia--are joining the Energy Department's National Clean Fleets Partnership.

DOE Offers Support for Breakthroughs in Alternative Fuels

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 00:00:00 MST

DOE will provide funding for biofuels and natural gas research to help develop alternative vehicle technologies.

Army Unveils First Military Fuel Cell Fleet

Wed, 29 Feb 2012 00:00:00 MST

The Army has unveiled a fleet of 16 hydrogen fuel cell vehicles in Hawaii as part of its efforts to research renewable energy sources.