Kansas City Regional Clean Cities

We are thrilled to announce our keynote speaker for our annual gala, Linda Bluestein, DOE’s National Clean Cities Co-Director. Bluestein is the National Clean Cities Co-Director and has served in this position since 2008. She works at the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Vehicle Technologies Office (VTO) on day-to-day management of its Technology Integration core activities, leads efforts to strengthen local partnerships and coalitions, and helps coordinate competitive DOE funding opportunities. You will not want to miss her keynote. Follow the link to register today! https://buff.ly/2BMqQZ5

At MEC, we strive to preserve the livability of our communities. We do this by advancing alternative fuels through local governments and businesses. Today, we'...re featuring ELECTRICas an example of an alternative fuel. Our goal at MEC is to make electric vehicles (EV’s) and charging stations more accessible to cut those pesky greenhouse gas emissions. We help transition fleets from gasoline or diesel to electric and work with utility companies to find the best locations for charging stations. Join MEC at our virtual gala to learn more about how we #fuelthefuture. https://buff.ly/2TpNuwd See more

Everyone check out ClimateGKC's youtube channel and subscribe. They post content that will help you stay up- to- date on climate related topics.

Applications to apply for the Green Fleet Award are now open. There are two Green Fleet Award contests: Government and Commercial. Applications close on July 27 2020, and winners will be announced on August 25, 2020 at the pre-conference for the Sustainable Fleet Technology Conference & Expo. Check out the link to learn more and apply.

Terminal Consolidation Co. (aka Kansas City Piggyback) is the first fleet in Missouri to deploy a purely electric Class 8 truck. Check out the link below to learn more.

The deadline to submit responses to the U.S. Department of Energy Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Request for Information (RFI) (DE-FOA-0002291) will close on Tuesday, May 12, 2020 at 5 p.m. E.T. Make sure to get in your responses by the deadline.

18 school districts across receive help from EPA Region 7 to replace 24 aging buses. This effort will help reduce emissions, and more importantly- improve public and student health.

Join this webinar and be a part of a discussion with students from universities, high schools, and faith- based groups to discuss how ambitious state and local action can put us on the way to solving climate change by 2030. Follow the link below to learn more & register.

UPDATE: VW Trust Applications are now due by May 31, 2020. https://buff.ly/2Jief0o

The MO Department of Natural Resources’ Air Pollution Control Program is accepting applications for the replacement of school buses, replacement/re-powering of transit and shuttle buses, government & nongovernment-owned trucks, locomotive & marine projects, & airport/ cargo equipment using Volkswagen (VW) Trust funds. Applications are due by March 31, 2020 @ 5:00pm. Visit the link below to learn more and apply.

At KCRCC, our concern for everyone connected to our organization extends to you during this uncertain time. Please stay safe and take all precautions to keep others safe. While all personnel is working from home for the time being, we intend to stay on top of our business obligations. See more about our plans below: https://metroenergy.org/2020/03/response-to-covid-19/

During this time, United Way 2-1-1 is a one-stop resource for community relief food, financial help, utility assistance, tax services and more. Visit the website below to learn more and access community resources. https://buff.ly/2xgWVpC

Due to recent developments with COVID-19, MARC and Climate Action KC are postponing the March 31, 2020 Climate Action Workshop. This workshop will be transitioned to an online format that will take place within the coming weeks. Stay tuned for more information.