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                                                            How We Operate

We are a public-private partnership in the greater Washington region, promoting the use of clean, American transportation fuels for homeland security and improved air quality. There are nearly 90 coalitions around the country. Since its inception in 1993, Clean Cities and its stakeholders have displaced more than 2 billion gallons of petroleum.
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For information on the national Clean Cities Coalition network, see the US Department of Energy's website. 

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Our Focus

Building charging locations for your electric vehicles

Health impacts of diesel exhaust on neighborhoods

Use of clean natural gas in bus and truck fleets

Use of bio-fuels and propane wherever possible

The future of fuel cell vehicles

Public education and outreach

 ...gallons of gasoline was reduced in 2019

...tons of greenhouse gas emissions were reduced in 2019

Latest News

PROPANE WORKSHOP RECEIVES POSITIVE RECEPTION
May 30, 2019
Attendees filled up the room at the Propane Fleet Utilization Workshop and Tour hosted by Prince Georges County on Thursday, May 30th. There were presentations from Suburban Propane, Rousch, Blossman Gas, and Rick Hilmer, Prince George's County's Fleet Manager. 

There were also vehicles and small engine applications on display, as well as a tour of the fueling station. Photos and more information can be found at the link. Read More >>
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EZ-EV BRINGS AN EV EXPERIENCE TO THE DC AUTO SHOW 
May 1, 2019
Has the EV revolution arrived? EZ-EV thinks it has. EVs, they claim, can be less costly, run more smoothly, and fit your needs since more and more models are being made every day. If you didn't get the chance to go to the 2019 DC Auto Show, check out this video to see what people thought!

MARYLAND POLICE DEPARTMENT SWITCHES TO ELECTRIC VEHICLES - BOLT EV HITS RANGE AND PRICE REQUIREMENTS
June 18, 2018
​Even just a few years ago, electric vehicles were not deemed practical for emergency response teams to make the switch. However, a Hyattsville Police Department in Maryland has now made the switch, thanks in large part to their "EV-angelist" veteran officer,  Sergeant Richard Hartnett. So far they've been enjoying the new ride. Read More >>

MOTORWEEK FEATURES THE DC CIRCULATOR ELECTRIC BUS
​November 2, 2018
Earlier this year, the DC Electric Circulator Bus won the GWRCCC 2018 Electric Fleet Leadership Award. The Electric Circulator Bus project is a pilot run by the District Department of Transportation (DDOT). In April this year, 14 new electric buses hit the road. They have been very successful, and the Clean Cities Coalition is happy to have helped MotorWeek feature them for a segment. Take a look! ​

25th ANNIVERSARY APPRECIATION VIDEO
October 1, 2018
Thank you to all the members and supporters for being leaders of alternative fuels in the DC area. There is a lot to be excited about in the future. We can't wait to see what the next 25 years bring. 

Please enjoy this video of Dennis A. Smith, director of the National Clean Cities Program, who gave a great speech about the mission of the Clean Cities Coalition at our 25th Anniversary Awards Luncheon.