1. Are We There Yet? The Current State and Impact of Alternative Fuels
[Coalition and coordinator introduction]
Texas Bets Big with Alternative Fuels
Texas Energy Summit
Lori Pampell Clark
NCTCOG Program Manager
DFW Clean Cities Coordinator
November 14, 2017

2. Benefits of Alternative Fuels
Lower Price Volatility
Increased Energy Security
Reduced Cost of Ownership
Reduced Emissions

3. Alternative Fuel Benefits – Lower Price Volatility
Source: Alternative Fuels Data Center,

4. Alternative Fuel Benefits – Lower Costs
EV Has Lowest Total Cost of Ownership
Source: Argonne National Laboratory Alternative Fuel Life-Cycle Environmental and Economic Transportation (AFLEET) Tool;

5. Alternative Fuel Benefits – Air Quality
Well-to-Wheels Emissions Impacts – Nitrogen Oxides (NOX)
Representative Results Based on Today’s Fuel and Vehicle Technologies
E85 Ethanol
Diesel
Renewable Diesel
B20 Biodiesel
Gasoline (E10)
CNG
g/mi
EVs
Corn
Algae
Algae
Corn Stover
Sugarcane
Miscanthus
Soybean
Soybean
U.S. Mix
U.S. Average
Conventional
Hybrid-Electric
Landfill Gas
Plug-In Hybrid
Pump-To-Wheel
Well-to-Pump
Well-To-Wheels
Source: Argonne National Laboratory, Greenhouse Gases, Regulated Emissions, and Energy use in Transportation Model, Well-to-Wheel Calculator 14

6. Alternative Fuel Benefits – Air Quality
Well-to-Wheels Emissions Impacts – Greenhouse Gases
Representative Results Based on Today’s Fuel and Vehicle Technologies
Renewable Diesel
Diesel
Gasoline (E10)
E85 Ethanol
B20 Biodiesel
CNG
EVs
Corn
Algae
Algae
Sugarcane
Soybean
U.S. Mix
Corn Stover
Miscanthus
Soybean
Conventional
Hybrid-Electric
Plug-In Hybrid
U.S. Average
Landfill Gas
Pump-To-Wheel
Well-to-Pump
Well-To-Wheels
Source: Argonne National Laboratory, Greenhouse Gases, Regulated Emissions, and Energy use in Transportation Model, Well-to-Wheel Calculator 14

7. Still Not Convinced? Follow the Leaders
Clean Cities National Clean Fleets Partnership
Helps Large Private Fleets Significantly Cut Petroleum Use
Provides Tools, Expertise and Technical Support to Incorporate Alternative Fuels and Fuel-Saving Measures
Positions Partners as Pace-Setters for Others to Follow
More Than 25 Partners
The other half of the first node in the web I showed you represents our national partnerships. The National Clean Fleets Partnership is one way Clean Cities is expanding its scope and offering support on a nationwide level.
The National Clean Fleets Partnership was started in 2011 as a way to engage and collaborate with large fleets. Today, the Partnership is working with some of the biggest players in the transportation industry to adopt alternative fuels and fuel economy measures. These fleets are setting the pace for others. They also benefit from working with a designated account manager—who provides a streamlined point of entry into Clean Cities—while gaining all of the other benefits that program stakeholders receive (which we discussed earlier).
As of 2017, more than 25 partners—many of which are recognizable household brands—were involved in the Partnership. Their logos are included here. Visit the Clean Cities website for an up-to-date list of partners, as well as their current account manager.
Another national initiative that you may want to check out is the Clean Cities National Parks Initiative.
(logos used with permission of companies represented)
More up-to-date information may be available. See the Clean Cities website:

8. WHERE ARE WE NOW AND WHERE ARE WE GOING??14

9. Texas Coalitions’ Impact Over Last Decade
193% Increase in Number Stations
Petroleum Displacement:
18.5 Million in 2006
55.9 Million in 2016
202% Increase

10. Existing Alternative Fuel Network in Texas
Gaseous Alternative Fuel Locations and Designated Alternative Fuel Corridors 14

11. Existing Alternative Fuel Network in Texas
Liquid Alternative Fuel Locations and Designated Alternative Fuel Corridors 14

12. Existing Alternative Fuel Network in Texas
Electric Recharging Locations and Designated Alternative Fuel Corridors 14

13. Trending Now: Electric Vehicles
As of November 8, 2017:
Texas Registration: 11,325
DFW Area: 4,474 (~40% of TX)
DFW Area #13 Metro Area Nationwide
Overall vehicle registration grows by ~2% per year. EVs growing at nearly 40% per year.
*Based on VIN Decoding of DMV Registration Data. ”Other EV” includes BMW i3, Chevrolet Bolt &Spark EV, Fiat 500e, Fisker Karma, Ford Focus Electric, and Mercedes B250e; “Other PHEV” includes BMW i8, Ford C-Max Energi & Fusion Energi

14. Texas’ Top 5 in EVs Cities Number Austin 1,496 Houston 1,043 Dallas
666
San Antonio
540
Plano
265
Makes/Models
Number
Tesla Model S
3,333
Chevrolet Volt
2,337
Nissan LEAF
1,580
Tesla Model X
1,221
Ford Fusion
1,000
Counties
Number
Travis
1,827
Harris
1,651
Dallas
1,636
Collin
971
Tarrant
939 13

15. GAINING MOMENTUM…..AND HOW DO WE GO FURTHER?14

16. Alternative Fuel Sales Forecast
Shift in Passenger Vehicles to Electricity
Shift in Commercial Vehicles to Natural Gas
Source : Texas Transportation Institute; Alternative Fuel Vehicle Forecasts Final Report, April

17. Keys to Further Adoption
Additional Refueling Infrastructure
Cost Reduction
State/Local Regulations

18. Local Partnerships: Clean Cities Coalitions
Nearly 100 Local Coalitions
15,000 Stakeholders
52% Private
48% Public
Nearly 500,000 Alternative Fuel Vehicles (AFVs)
Coordinator may choose to add a slide after this one to outline their own coalition.
Coordinator should be sure to include the most recent map, available at:
So, let’s talk more about the first node in the web that I showed you earlier in the presentation—about partnerships—specifically, local partnerships. Nearly 100 local coalitions serve as the foundation of the Clean Cities program by working to cut petroleum use in communities across the country. About 82% of the total U.S. population lives inside Clean Cities coalition boundaries. Additionally, Clean Cities is responsible for helping to place more than 790,000 alternative fuel vehicles (also known as AFVs) on the road as of 2015.
Each coalition is led by an on-the-ground Clean Cities coordinator [like me] who tailors projects and activities to capitalize on the unique opportunities in their region.
Coordinators serve as both educators and problem solvers for their stakeholders.

19. Clean Cities Portfolio
Reduce
Replace
Over the years, Clean Cities has kept up with a rapidly changing industry on its mission to cut petroleum use. The program’s activities fall under a trifecta of strategies:
Replace petroleum with alternative and renewable fuels, including biodiesel, electricity, ethanol, hydrogen, natural gas, propane, and other fuels;
Reduce petroleum consumption through smarter driving practices and fuel economy improvements; and
Eliminate petroleum use through idle reduction and other fuel-saving technologies and practices.
Eliminate

20. Clean Cities: Making Connections
Local & National Partnerships
Information & Education
Technical & Problem Solving Assistance
Competitively Awarded Financial Assistance
Clean Cities focuses on four major activities (represented by the nodes of this web) as part of a complementary framework:
Local & National Partnerships: Clean Cities helps convene key community and business leaders to develop and implement projects, leverage resources, and address local barriers through the program’s coalitions. In addition, national partnerships leverage Clean Cities resources nationwide to engage with larger fleets and organizations.
Information & Education: Clean Cities develops data-driven tools to help consumers save money on fuel costs and help fleets understand their options for cost-effective alternatives to gasoline and diesel fuel.
Technical & Problem Solving Assistance: Clean Cities experts help local leaders address permitting and safety issues, technology shortfalls, and other project implementation barriers.
Competitively Awarded Financial Assistance: Clean Cities utilizes federal awards to provide funds that encourage an initial private sector match and long-term investment.
This framework is bolstered by local support through designated Clean Cities coalitions [like ours] that have their finger on the pulse of local market conditions and priorities. These local coalitions [like ours] can tap national resources to provide unbiased information, tools, experts to address barriers and solve problems, national partnerships with industry and large national fleets, publicity through mass media and outreach, and financial assistance to jump-start markets and incentivize private investment.
Clean Cities coalitions are locally based with the ability to tap national resources.

21. Potential New Alternative Fuel Corridors
NCTCOG Metropolitan Planning Area
Ozone Nonattainment Counties
Corridors Designated by FHWA (2016)
Potential TxDOT Submittal
Additional NCTCOG Recommendations

22. Settlement Breakdown ($ in Billions)
Volkswagen Settlement = New Investments
Total Settlement to Date: $14.7 Billion
Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Investment - Managed by Electrify America
Environmental Mitigation Trust (EMT) - Distributed to States
Settlement Breakdown ($ in Billions)
Texas’ Share: $209 Million 2

23. Incentives for Alternative Fuel Vehicles
Fuel Type
Who
Amount
Incentive Program
EV, Hybrid, Natural Gas
Consumers
$3,500
AirCheckTexas Drive a Clean Machine Program EV
Anyone
Up to $7,500
Qualified Plug-In Electric Drive Motor Vehicle Tax Credit
EV, Natural Gas, Propane
$2,500
Light-Duty Motor Vehicle Purchase or Lease Incentive Program
Coming Soon
Natural Gas, Propane
Fleets
Varies Based on Vehicle Details
Texas Natural Gas Vehicle Grant Program
EV, Hybrid, Natural Gas, Propane, Hydrogen
Up to 80% of Incremental Cost
Texas Clean Fleet Program
Any
Various
Various “Clean Diesel” Programs from EPA or TCEQ TERP
So what incentives are available to help buy down that up-front cost?? 19

24. Incentives for Alternative Fuel Infrastructure
Fuel Type
Amount
Incentive Program
Any
Up to 50% Project Cost
Alternative Fueling Facilities Program
Electric
Up to 100% if Government-Owned; 80% if Non-Government Owned
Volkswagen Settlement Environmental Mitigation Trust????
Texas Plans To Be Determined
So what incentives are available to help buy down that up-front cost?? 19

25. National Resources on Alternative Fuels
Alternative Fuels Data Center (US Department of Energy)
Technical Data
Case Studies and Publications
Tools
AFDC is a great resource for both consumers and fleet staff. The vehicle search will show you total number of existing makes and models available in different platforms. The cost calculator allows you do to side-by-side comparisons based on your driving habits to get annual costs like those shown on slide 10, as well as total cost of ownership. The Station Locator helps you identify places to recharge, and includes a route planning feature for long-distance trips. A mobile app is also available. 20

26. DFW Clean Cities Coordinator
For More Information
Lori Clark
Program Manager &
DFW Clean Cities Coordinator
Coordinator may provide local examples of each of the following activities.
Clean Cities strengthens markets for alternative fuels and advanced vehicles throughout local areas in a variety of ways, including:
Creating formal and informal networking opportunities with fleets and industry partners. These opportunities can occur through coalition-organized or sponsored events, such as workshops and monthly meetings, or through personal introductions to key industry partners.
Sponsoring technical training, workshops, and webinars, as well as making publications and other information resources available about alternative fuels, advanced vehicles, idle reduction, and strategies that reduce petroleum consumption.
Offering individual consultation and fuel-neutral technical assistance. Coalitions have access to a broad set of industry experts who can help with projects, as well as identify and solve problems.
Supplying information about funding opportunities from federal, state and local agencies, and other private sources, as well as assistance with funding applications.
Providing public recognition for progress in cutting petroleum use. Once fleets have made the commitment to alternative fuels, coalitions help by publicly recognizing their efforts in coalition materials, press releases, and other announcements.
Offering assistance in collecting data to justify an investment or make improvements to a program.