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Welcome to the Central Coast Clean Cities Coalition Website!
Who We Are
The Central Coast Clean Cities Coalition (C5) is a partnership of public and private entities who promote the use of alternative fuel vehicles on the central coast of California.
Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), the mission of the Clean Cities program is to enhance our nation's energy security and air quality by supporting public and private partnerships that deploy clean-burning AFVs and build their associated fueling infrastructure.
What's New
C5's MEET THE MEMEBERS' RECEPTION AT HEARST CASTLE® 
Join us for the 2010 Meet the Members' Reception. C5 is welcoming new and returning members at the enchanted Castle to celebrate C5’s efforts to promote energy independence. The celebration will take place poolside at California State Parks, Hearst Castle®. The evening festivities include gourmet cuisine, live music, dancing, and excellent local wine and microbrew from the Central Coast region. The event goes from 5- 10 p.m. Click here for more infomation on the event.
NATIONAL AFV ODYSSEY DAY GREEN CAR SHOW
C5 is once again participating in the National Alternative Fuel Vehicle Odyssey Day Celebration October 3, 2010, by hosting a GREEN CAR SHOW. The car show will take place on from 1-4 p.m. at the California State Parks, Hearst Castle® Visitor Center. This is a great way to view new alternative fuel vehicle technologies and talk to experts in the field. This year's show will include electric, natural gas, propane, biodiesel, ethanol and hybrid vehicles. This event is free and open to the public.
Anyone interested in showing an alternative fuel vehicle at the carshow please contact Fun Ride at (805) 547-2225 for more information.
CARB NATURAL GAS SPECIFICATION FOR MOBILE SOURCES
The California Air Resources Board is currently conducting workshops to revise the existing natural gas fuel specifications for mobiles sources and lay the groundwork for evaluating potential approaches for improvements. The first workshop was held on May 19, 2010. A second workshop will be held in the next couple of weeks (date to be announced). This is an excellent time to weigh in on this issue. As most of you know the off spec natural gas in our area has restricted the installation of public natural gas fueling stations and the home filling units. For more details on the workshops check out the ARB website.
Southern California Gas Company gave a presentation on the natural gas fuel specification at C5’s meeting on July 15, 2010 in San Luis Obispo. Their presentation outlines the current CNG fuel specification and their proposed changes to the specification.
FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
State Grants
California Hybrid Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project
The California Air Resources Board (ARB) created the HVIP to speed the market introduction of low-emitting hybrid trucks and buses. It does this by reducing the cost of these vehicles for truck and bus fleets that purchase and operate the vehicles in the State of California. The HVIP voucher is intended to reduce about half the incremental costs of purchasing hybrid heavy-duty trucks and buses.
Hybrid trucks and buses have been shown in testing to reduce both greenhouse gases and fuel use by 20-50 percent, depending on the vehicle and its application. Some hybrids are showing even greater reductions, especially when combining reductions from turning off the engine at work sites and at stops, incorporating advanced designs, and including low-carbon fuels. More information about the program can be found on ARB's website.
California Energy Commission 2010-2011 Investment Plan
TheTransportation Committee of the California Energy Commission will convene a
meeting of the Advisory Committee and public hearing to discuss the draft Investment
Plan for the Alternative and Renewable Fuel and Vehicle Technology Program. The meeting will be held on FRIDAY, JULY 16, 2010. This meeting will also be available via webex. Additional information can be foundon the CEC website.
California Air Resource Board
The Air Resources Board (ARB) hosted a
workshop on December 8, 2009 to discuss the AB118
AQIP Funding Plan for Fiscal Year 2010-11. AB 118 provides up to $50
million annually through 2015 for the AQIP to fund a variety of
air quality incentive projects, including low-emission vehicles
and equipment projects, air quality research, and advanced energy
technology workforce training.
AB 118 lists 8 broad project types which are eligible for AQIP funding:
· On- and off-road equipment projects.
· Projects to mitigate off-road gasoline exhaust and evaporative emissions.
· Research on the air quality impact of alternative fuels.
· Research to increase sustainable biofuels production biomass feedstock.
· Lawn and garden equipment replacement.
· Medium- and heavy-duty vehicle/equipment projects (lower emission
school buses, electric or hybrid vehicles/equipment).
· Workforce training related to advanced technology to reduce air pollution.
· Projects to identify and reduce emissions from high-emitting light-duty vehicles.
The workshop notice is located at:
http://www.arb.ca.gov/msprog/aqip/fundplan/fundplan.htm .
Local Grants and Incentives
Vehicle Buy Back Program -The APCD old car buy-back program is now open for vehicles 1992 and older that have been registered in SLO County for the past two years. $800 will be provided to the first 175 vehicle owners who meet program criteria. Call 800-717-7624 to participate.
Federal Grants
National Idling Reduction Newsletter contains links to a variety of funding sources for idling reduction projects.
USEPA Grants this site includes all types of air related grants some but not all deal with mobile sources.
Other funding opportunities can also be found at grants.gov and fob.gov
New Tool for Locating a Clean Car
The California Air Resources Board has developed a new tool to help buyers evaluate car emissions before purchasing a new vehicle. Check out our Buy a Clean Car webpage for more information.
Mile Electric Vehicles
Miles is having a year and sale. Click here for more information on year end specials.
Stakeholder Meetings
Check out the 2010 meeting schedule.
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