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Improving air quality is important for North Carolina. According to the American Lung Association State of the Air 2009, over 54% of North Carolina’s population is at risk for serious health concerns because of poor air quality. Clean Fuel Advanced Technology (CFAT) is a six-year project focused on reducing transportation related emissions in NC counties that have air quality concerns. The 2010 to 2012 project is funded by the NC Department of Transportation and the State Energy Office and covers three broad areas: education and outreach, project funding, and recognition of exemplary activities (Mobile CARE).

CFAT Funding


Funds are available for transportation related emission reduction projects in 24 counties (Cabarrus, Catawba, *Chatham, Davidson, Davie, Durham, Edgecombe, Forsyth, Franklin, Gaston, Granville, Guilford, *Haywood, *Iredell, Johnston, Lincoln, Mecklenburg, Nash, Orange, Person, Rowan, *Swain, Union, and Wake [
*Represents partial counties]) that do not meet national air quality standards.  CFAT can provide up to 80% of project costs available for alternative fuel vehicles, refueling infrastructure, idle reduction technologies, heavy duty hybrid electric vehicles/buses and diesel retrofits.  In 2010 $700,000 will be available for emissions reduction sub-award grants in eligible counties.

 2010 CFAT Program Request for Proposals
Thank you to all who participated in our Q & A conference call about CFAT applications on February 3rd. If you were unable to call in you may benefit from these Notes.
    Kathy Boyer's notes (2/3/10)
    Joe O'Neill's notes (2/3/10)


 2010 Application for Proposed Project


Overall Summary of previously funded CFAT Projects

    2008 CFAT Funding Award Press Release


    2007 CFAT Funding Awards Press Release

    2006 CFAT Funding Awards Press Release

Education and Outreach


Outreach efforts include annual conferences, technical workshops, presentations, regional meetings, informational materials, and individual consultations. The audiences for these outreach events include public and private fleet managers, civic organizations, non-profits, fuel providers, and other decision makers.


CFAT Technology Presentation


CFAT Technology Options Document


For speaking events in:

  • The Charlotte area contact Jason Wager (704) 348-2707
  • The Triangle area contact Kathy Boyer (919) 558-9400
  • Other areas of NC contact Anne Tazewell (919) 513-7831
The Clean Transportation Program also has these alternative fuel decals which can be easily placed on dispensing and storage equipment, as well as bumper stickers, to draw attention to the use and benefits of alternative fuels in North Carolina. These are available free of charge through the CFAT Project.

Biodiesel DecalEthanol Decal

Natural Gas DecalEV-decal


Clean Transportation Bumper Sticker
BioD, Nat Gas, and Ethanol decals are 15"X15", Electric is 10"x10" Bumper stickers are 3.5X12 inches. All have adhesive backing. Contact us at cleantransportation@ncsu.edu if you are interested in promoting emissions reductions through these products.





Mobile CARE (Clean Air Renewable Energy)


NC Mobile CARE LogoNC Mobile CARE (Clean Air Renewable Energy) is an initiative to recognize exemplary efforts to accelerate the use of alternative fuels and advanced transportation technologies. It’s also an opportunity to learn what you can do to make your vehicles cleaner and more energy efficient.


There are three simple steps to becoming a Mobile CARE partner:

  • STEP 1: Complete a fleet/vehicle survey which will give us a snapshot of your current operations
  • STEP 2: Develop a plan/strategy to reduce emissions.  You can review options with your local Clean Cities Coalition or Mobile CARE coordinators if there’s no coalition in your area.
  • STEP 3: Earn recognition for these efforts. Exemplary efforts will be awarded annually. One does not have to be a Mobile CARE partner to be eligible for recognition. 


As a Mobile CARE partner you can see a real reduction in emissions and fuel consumption, which can make a difference on the environment and possibly your pocketbook.  Examples of efforts you can incorporate in your operations:

  • Reduce fuel use and emissions through conservation policies and activities - idle reduction policy, car pooling, sizing vehicles, etc.
  • Diversify fuel sources by displacing petroleum with the use of Biofuels and other alternative fuels.
  • Employ emission reduction technologies such as- diesel retrofits, hybrids, CNG retrofits etc.
  • Develop organization policies to ensure expanded use of alternative fuels and advanced transportation technologies to strengthen local economies and improve air quality.

Mobile CARE is also an annual awards initiative to seek out and recognize individual and organizational efforts at reducing transportation related emissions through
    •    expanding educational opportunities
    •    conducting outreach
    •    changing policies
    •    implementing alternative fuel and advanced transportation technologies and practicess

2010 nominations will be announced in February

previous winners:

2009 MobileCARE award winners

2008 MobileCARE award winners

2007 Mobile CARE award winners


Resources


Triangle Clean Cities LogoTriangle Clean Cities Coalition promotes the use of alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs) in the Triangle Region by creating partnerships to develop the AFV market and related infrastructure. For more information contact Kathy Boyer at (919)558-9400.


Centralina Clean Fuels Coalition LogoCentralina Clean Fuels Coalition promotes, accelerates, and expands the  use of alternative fuels in the transportation sector in the counties surrounding the Charlotte area. For more information please contact Jason Wager at (704)348-2707.

Land of Sky Clean Vehicle Coalition Logo
Land-of-Sky Clean Vehicle Coalition is increasing the use of alternative  fuels and vehicles in the Asheville area. 
For more information contact
Bill Eaker (828) 251-6622.





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