Work for CFO Compelling Case a Success Internship Opportunities Propane Vehicle Loan Program
Spotlight Video: Center City International Success at the Statehouse
Grants for EV Infrastructure
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Sam Spofforth
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Jim Csaszar
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Jill Herbst
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Cynthia Maves
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Megan Miller
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As temperatures warm up-keep it cool!
Running your air conditioner does cause your vehicle to consume more fuel, but driving with your windows rolled down can be even worse due to the increase of drag on the vehicle. If you are driving slowly, such as around town or in city traffic, it's more fuel efficient to roll your windows down than use AC. For highway driving, roll up the windows and turn the air conditioning on for better fuel economy.
Work for Clean Fuels Ohio
Clean Fuels Ohio is looking for a talented, enthusiastic, and energetic self-starter and team member to serve as Program Coordinator, supporting the Ohio Green Fleets program, regular programmatic events, and associated outreach and administrative functions. This is an opportunity to be part of a dynamic nonprofit advancing transportation energy solutions, green fleet management strategies, and more! To read more about the open position please view Employment & Internships. To learn more about the Ohio Green Fleets Program, please view About Ohio Green Fleets.
Compelling Case for NGVs a Success
More than 175 fleet operators, policy makers, clean-air/clean transportation advocates and NGV industry stakeholders participated in a very well received “Compelling Case for NGVs in Public and Private Fleets” workshop in Canton, Ohio, on March 18. The workshop included a half-day base curriculum presented by Stephe Yborra of NGV America, followed by a series of technology and application break-out sessions in the afternoon.
The event also featured about a 15 tabletops and an outdoor display of NGVs. Ariel Compressors Inc, Kirk Energy, Clean Energy, ANGI Energy Systems and NGV America sponsored the event along with additional exhibitors including NatGasCar, Cummins Westport Inc, P.C. McKenzie, International Truck/Emission Solutions Inc, American Power Group, BAF Technologies, CP Industries, Chart Industries, Lincoln Composites, Motocars Honda, IMPCO Technologies, Green Alternative Systems, and HE Systems Technologies. Clean Fuels Ohio thanks all those who participated in this great event and we look forward to more exciting CNG events to come!
Paid Internships Available
CFO is now recruiting interns for summer 2011 and the following academic year. This is a unique opportunity for students to learn about the future of clean transportation while building skills and participating in great networking and outreach events! Pay is $10/hour and students must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree-granting program. Resumes will be reviewed on a rolling basis through April 30. For more information and details on how to apply visit the CFO website and view Employment & Internships
Test Drive a Ford E-250 Propane Cargo Van for your Fleet
Clean Fuels Ohio and Roush CleanTech unveiled a new short-term propane vehicle loan program at the Autogas Advantage event on April 5 in Cincinnati, OH. Through this program, any government agency, company or utility with 10 or more vehicles in its fleet can contact Clean Fuels Ohio and request use of a Ford E-250 propane cargo van for a up to a week or more. Refueling and training will be arranged by Roush and CFO with local area vendors. Complete program information and signup details are available on the Clean Fuels Ohio website, so visit today to sign up to take advantage of this great propane autogas vehicle loan program! 
dedicated liquid-propane injection fuel systems for a variety of light- and medium- duty Ford vehicles, including the F-150, F-250, and F-350 truck series, and the E-150, E-250, E-350, and E-450 cutaway van series. These propane vehicles are currently offered through authorized Ford dealerships around the country. The ROUSH CleanTech propane autogas system is designed to deliver the same factory Ford performance characteristics, warranty coverage, and serviceability.
Use of propane autogas offers fleets a clear way to reduce operating costs significantly while reducing vehicle emissions. Clean Fuels Ohio is pleased to partner with Roush CleanTech to offer this program to fleets throughout the region!
Spotlight Video: Center City International
 Center City International has been a long-time supporter of our Ohio Green Fleets program. They specialize in parts, sales and service for new and used trucks and have locations in Columbus and Pataskala. Hear what General Manager Jim Ray has to say about choosing greener options for fleets.
Success at the Statehouse
Clean Fuels Ohio was successful in expanding th  e definition of alternative fuels for the Alternative Fuel Transportation Grant (AFTG) Program in the Transportation Budget. We are now turning our focus to the operating budget. The proposed budget didn’t fund the AFTG Program or the Diesel Emissions Reduction Grant (DERG) Program. Besides funding for these programs, Clean Fuels Ohio is also working with the legislature on the creation of a tax credit for manufacturers’ in the alternative fuel sector. On Wednesday our Policy Director, Katherine Stewart, testified before the House Finance and Appropriations Agriculture and Natural Resources Sub-Committee to ask for support of these programs. She’s been down at the Statehouse working with SZD Whiteboard to ensure we get the needed funding for fueling infrastructure and diesel emission reduction dollars.
If you would like to get more information, or updates on our policy proposals please contact Katherine Stewart. We
encourage you to contact your State Representative and voice your support for these initiatives.
Grants Available for EV Infrastructure
 We’re excited to announce the availability of grant funds for plug-in electric vehicle charging infrastructure in Ohio. The source of the funding is a grant from the U.S. Department of Energy Clean Cities program under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.
To be considered for funding, please submit a Letter of Interest to CFO. Governmental entities, nonprofit organizations, and businesses are eligible for this grant funding. Grants will not be made to individuals.
The main focus of this request is to assess the demand for Level 2 and Level 3 charging stations that can be installed and operational by December 31, 2011. Grant recipients are required to provide 50% cost share toward the project. Letters of interest must provide detail of your cost share commitment and the source of the cost share funds. They must also indicate whether there are other sources of in-kind support for your project.
Full details on this opportunity are available on our website.
Share Your Story!
 Clean Fuels Ohio is seeking stories from Ohioans who are going above and beyond to make clean transportation choices in their lives. We want to hear from individuals and families who are using cleaner, nonpetroleum fuels (or are taking steps to reduce their petroleum use), and efficient vehicles. Stories may be submitted online through the Clean Fuels Ohio website at any time throughout 2011. One story will be chosen per month to be featured and you will win a prize from CFO!
Mark Your Calendars-Upcoming Events
Stop by the CFO table at the following community Earth Day events:
April 22 -- Franklin County Earth Day Transportation Fair 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Franklin County Courthouse Lobby
373 South High Street, Columbus, OH 43215
April 23--COSI Earth Day Science Day 11 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Center of Science and Industry
333 West Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43215
April 23--Green Columbus Lighten Up Earth Day 2011 11 a.m. - 11 p.m. Franklin Park 1755 East Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43203
April 30--Easton Going Green 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Easton Town Center Columbus, OH 43219 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Battelle Plaza at Nationwide Arena
200 West Nationwide Boulevard, Columbus, OH 43215
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