The Maryland Energy Administration is a U.S. Department of Energy-designated coalition in the Clean Cities and Communities Partnership. In addition to enhancing the nation's air quality, the U.S. Department of Energy's Clean Cities Partnership works to advance the nation’s environment, energy security, and economic prosperity through collaboration with communities by building partnerships with public and private stakeholders to create equitable deployment of clean transportation solutions for all.
Though alternative fuels are the cornerstone of Clean Cities and Communities, the partnership also works to increase the use of fuel blends, accelerate sales of hybrid vehicles, promote informed consumer choice on fuel economy, and encourage the use of idle reduction technologies for heavy-duty trucks and other vehicles.
Unlike traditional command-and-control partnerships, Clean Cities and Communities takes a unique, voluntary approach to AFV development, working with coalitions of local stakeholders to help develop the AFV industry.
History:
Maryland Clean Cities became an established coalition in October 1994, and for over 30 years we have been a leader in promoting cleaner transportation solutions throughout the state. We work with businesses, fleets, and communities to reduce dependence on fossil fuels and improve air quality.
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Some of our past projects:
- Medium and Heavy Duty EV Projects: Helping schools and fleets meet their electrification goals.
- Penske Truck Leasing: Partnering with Penske on their Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Demonstration showcased clean truck technology.
- Catoctin Mountain Park Project: We're proud to support Catoctin Mountain Park's use of clean vehicles, keeping our natural spaces pristine.
- Alternative Fuel Growth: We champion initiatives like "Advancing Alternative Fuel Markets Adoption and Growth" for a cleaner future.
- Baltimore Bakery Goes Green: Supporting Baltimore-based bakeries with eco-friendly propane-powered delivery trucks is just another way we're making a difference.
Active Project:
EMPOWER Program: A workplace charging project (WPC) that is catalyzing WPC adoption by connecting with workplaces nationwide, reducing barriers through education and technical assistance, and creating a one-stop shop for helpful workplace-focused resources. To learn more about the Program, go to this link:
https://www.workplacecharging.com/. Connect with our coalition to be recognized for installing chargers at workplaces and pledge to EMPOWER for wanting to take the first step in installing chargers!
Contact your local Clean Cities and Communities coalition to:
- Shift to affordable, efficient, and clean transportation fuels and technologies
- Reduce greenhouse gas emissions
- Evaluate new mobility options
- Improve equitable access to advanced transportation.
If you would like to be a member of the coalition, contact Coalition Director, Natalie Buscemi by email at transportation.mea@maryland.gov.
Upcoming Conference!
Maryland Clean Cities and Communities is a proud Community Partner of this year's Zero Emission Bus Conference! From initial community advocacy to electrifying a full depot and managing ongoing ZEB operations, conference content spans the entire journey to zero-emission.
Register now!
