Houston-Galveston Clean Cities Coalition

Texas Association for Pupil Transportation (TAPT): Conference and Trade Show
2024-06-21 - 2024-06-25 | The American Bank Center, 1901 North Shoreline Blvd., Corpus Christi, TX, 78401
TAPT presents their annual conference and trade show each June as an educational event for their membership. The conference includes local, state and national presenters on topics that address all areas of the pupil transportation industry. They host one of the largest equipment and trade shows in the school bus industry with exhibitors from many of the major school bus manufacturers, parts suppliers, technology vendors, and support service providers. A full complement of TAPT professional development classes are offered to provide attendees the opportunity to develop and grow in the school transportation industry and earn professional credentials widely recognized as the mark of a true pupil transportation professional. Students from around the state are awarded with scholarships and are recognized for their hard work in the school bus safety speech and poster contests. The annual conference also serves as the official business meeting of the organization.

2024 Q2 Stakeholder Meeting and Ride and Drive Event for School Buses
2024-06-18 12:00 - 14:30 (America/Chicago) | Cypress Fairbanks SD Jarvis Transportation Center, 13330 Woods-Spillane, Cypress, TX, 77429, United States
The 2024 Quarter 2 Houston Clean Cities Stakeholders Meeting will have discussions on the Annual Survey, Success Story from Cypress – Fairbanks ISD, and updates from subcommittees to include availability of grant funds.
If attending in person, please remain for the Ride and Drive event to be held directly afterwards.
Please complete this form to attend: Attendee Form

North Central Texas Hydrogen User Forum
2024-06-11 09:00 - 15:30 | UT Arlington, 300 West 1st Street, Arlington, TX
The North Central Texas Hydrogen User Forum will focus on hydrogen adoption by industries in the DFW region. The forum will allow industry members to hear from their peers about the current and future state of hydrogen, and give local utility planners (gas, electric, hydrogen suppliers) the chance to hear from industry so they can be prepared to meet future needs. Hydrogen technologies can be used in a wide variety of industries. Members of the Transportation, Natural Gas blending, Cement, Steel, Chip Manufacturing, Electric Generation, Glass Manufacturing, Kiln Operations, Renewable Fuels, and Food Processing industries will benefit from this dialogue.

Webinar: Ethanol Emergency Response & Steel Drum 101
2024-06-05 11:00 - 16:00 | TX
Steel Drums 101 Seminar – Provide First Responders with helpful information to better comprehend the components of steel drums. From understanding the difference between an open-head and a
tight-head steel drum to being able to interpret the UN marking. The instructor will dive into the vital safety standards first responders need to know.
Ethanol Safety Seminar – Get an in-depth look at proper training techniques needed when responding to an ethanol – related emergency.

Safety Webinar: Ethanol Emergency Response
2024-06-04 11:00 - 13:00 | TX
Upon the completion of this course, participants will have knowledge related to ethanol and ethanol-blended fuels including the use, chemical and physical characteristics, transportation modes, transfer operations, basics of foam, suggested responder tactics and strategies and environmental issues.
*Certificates upon successful completion will be emailed following the event

Advance Clean Transportation Expo
2024-05-20 - 2024-05-23 | TX
Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, Nv.
Gain insight into the trends, technologies, and policies transforming clean commercial transportation. Fleets attend to:

Hear low- and zero-emission vehicle case studies from early adopter fleets
Learn how to take advantage of vehicle and infrastructure funding opportunities
Understand how to stay ahead of the ever-changing regulatory landscape
Discover the latest technologies and services to support fleet sustainability

The world’s largest OEMs and suppliers present the latest advanced vehicles, clean fuels, sustainable transportation technologies and services.

Connect with 300+ sponsors & exhibitors
See 250+ low- and zero-emission commercial vehicles
Watch vehicle unveilings and major announcements live
Participate in the advanced commercial vehicle Ride & Drive event

The Gulf Coast Hydrogen Ecosystem: Opportunities & Solutions
2024-04-17 09:00 - 20:30 | University of Houston Student Center – South, 4455 University Dr, Houston, TX, 77204, United States
UH Energy cordially invites you to attend to this comprehensive exploration of the various aspects surrounding the integration of hydrogen into the energy landscape, and additionally, we will examine the opportunities, solutions, and benefits of establishing a hydrogen ecosystem. Experts from academia, industry, government, and the community will participate in an in-depth analysis and discussion covering technology, business, policy and regulations, and community impact. A networking reception and poster session will follow the symposium. Lunch and dinner will be provided.
UH Student Center South – Theater Room

Roadmap to the Clean Bus Planning Technical Support Program - Online Webinar
2024-04-03 12:00 - 13:00 | TX
The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL)and The Joint Office of Energy and Transportation are working to provide The Clean Bus Planning Awards (CBPA) Program. The CBPA is not an incentive program, and fleets do not receive direct funding—rather, selected applicants will be allocated technical assistance resources by NREL.
You may register for this free online event at: ZOOM

Future of RNG North America 2024
2024-03-20 - 2024-03-21 | TX
Active Communication International (ACI): Future of RNG North America 2024 will be taking place on the 20th & 21st March 2024, in Houston, USA. The conference will be the opportunity to highlight the industry’s current challenges and strategies for growth, such as Project Financing, Effectively Sourcing Labour and Identifying Emerging RNG End-Products.

International Biomass Conference and Expo
2024-03-04 - 2024-03-06 | Greater Richmond Convention Center, 403 North 3rd Street, Richmond, VA, 23219, United States
This dynamic event unites industry professionals from all sectors of the world’s interconnected biomass utilization industries—biobased power, thermal energy, fuels and chemicals.
Organized by BBI International and produced by Biomass Magazine, this event brings current and future producers of bioenergy and biobased products together with waste generators, energy crop growers, municipal leaders, utility executives, technology providers, equipment manufacturers, project developers, investors and policy makers. It’s a true one-stop shop – the world’s premier educational and networking junction for all biomass industries.

4th AMERICAN HYDROGEN FORUM
2024-02-28 - 2024-02-29 | The Westin – Galleria Houston, 5060 W Alabama St, Houston, 77056, United States
The 4th American Hydrogen Forum will provide an inclusive platform for industry experts, thought leaders, and policymakers to share their insights, experiences, and visions for the hydrogen-powered future. Attendees will gain invaluable insights into hydrogen production technologies, infrastructure development, policy frameworks, and the role of hydrogen in decarbonizing various sectors.

Houston - Galveston Clean Cities Coalition Stakeholder Meeting
2024-02-21 13:00 - 14:30 | H-GAC, Room A, 3555 Timmons Lane, 2nd Floor, Room A, Houston, TX, 77027, United States
2024 Q1 Stakeholder meeting is tentatively scheduled for February 21, 2024 from 1:00 to 2:30 at the H-GAC offices. E-mails will be sent to stakeholders and this website will be updated as meeting particulars are confirmed.

Alternative Fuel Vehicles Virtual Grant Workshop - New Year New Grants
2024-02-13 12:00 - 13:00 | Microsft TEAMS
Hear about what’s on the horizon in TCEQ alternative fuel funding directly from grant applicants, including preparation, implementation, management, reporting, and best practices.
Meeting topics will include:

A brief overview of anticipated 2024 TERP grant availability
A deeper dive into grants that are open or anticipated to open over the next four months (Feb-May)

What information do you need to apply? How do you apply? Is it worth applying?
What can you get with each grant?

TCEQ All-Electric TxVEMP grant program – up to 100% reimbursement for public entities
Discussions from Clean Cities stakeholders across Texas who have applied for and managed TCEQ grants

Click here to register: Microsoft Virtual Events Powered by Teams

2024 Energy Independence Summit
2024-02-12 - 2024-02-14 | Washington DC
Please join IN PERSON at the Westin Washington, D.C. City Center for Energy Independence Summit 2024. The 18th annual Summit will bring together leaders of the nation’s Clean Cities Coalitions, the clean transportation industry, the Biden Administration and Congress to accelerate strategies for advancing markets for clean fuels and vehicles.
LEARN the latest information about the tens of billions of dollars the federal government will invest in clean transportation over the coming years.
ENGAGE with leaders from the EPA Clean School Bus Program, the DOT Fueling Infrastructure Program, the DOE Clean Hydrogen Program, and the USDA Biofuels infrastructure program about how they plan to roll out funding in 2024.
NETWORK with Clean Cities and industry leaders to learn about the latest technologies and strategies to advance clean fuels and vehicles.
MEET with your House and Senate offices to make sure they know how important it is to continue to invest in clean transportation programs and technologies that benefit all communities.

Texas Hydrogen Alliance In-Person Meeting and Networking Event
2024-01-11 16:00 - 19:00 | 1000 Louisiana St Houston, TX 77002, 1000 Louisiana St, Houston, TX, 77002, United States
Hear from the Texas Hydrogen Alliance, Rystad Energy, Railroad Commission of Texas (invited) and HyVelocity!

Thank you to our host, Foley & Lardner LLP for providing complimentary valet parking located at: 1000 Louisiana St, Houston, TX 77002

RSVP by Monday, January 8, 2024 at susan@s3-services.com or 979-270-2045.

Innovation Ribbon Cutting: Autonomous Shuttle and Electric Bus Ribbon Cutting
2023-12-12 10:00 - 13:00 | Kashmere Bus Operating Facility, 5700 Eastex Fwy, Houston, Tx, 77026
METRO’s Board of Directors and President & CEO cordially invite you to experience the unveiling of TWO next-level transit vehicles: METRO’s first electric bus and METRO FutureLink, the Authority’s all-new autonomous shuttle.
Please register by December 11, 2023 to attend at:
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North America Renewable Natural Gas Conference
2023-12-11 - 2023-12-14 | TX
RNG CONFERENCE, the annual gathering of RNG leaders from across North America and around the world, takes place December 11 – 14, 2023 at the Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club, a Five-Star, Five-Diamond venue in Dana Point, the crown-jewel of southern California’s Orange County.

Lunch and Learn: How to Claim Your Natural Gas & Propane Federal Motor Fuel Tax Credit
2023-12-05 12:00 - 13:00 | TX
The Houston-Galveston Clean Cities Coalition is hosting a Lunch & Learn Workshop Webinar with the Lone Star Clean Fuels Alliance and the Texas Natural Gas Foundation. Come learn how to claim your natural gas and propane fuel tax credit.
Please fill out this form to register.

Q4 2023 Stakeholder Meeting
2023-11-15 14:00 - 15:30 | TX
The Houston-Galveston Quarter 4 Stakeholder Meeting for 2023 will have presentations on: Update on the Hydrogen Hub; Clean School Bus Program and Alternative Fuels; Update on the Redesignation Process; Update on the Advisory Board and Subcommittees; and Current Funding Announcements.

Lunch and Learn Webinar: Renewable Natural Gas and Propane
2023-08-23 12:00 - 13:00 | TX
The Houston-Galveston Clean Cities Coalition is hosting a Lunch and Learn Webinar with the Lone Star Clean Fuels Alliance and the Texas Natural Gas Foundation. Come hear why many fleet managers across Texas are transitioning to renewable natural gas and propane, and share your experiences. Click here to register and complete a pre-meeting survey.

Green Transportation Summit and Expo (GTSE)
2023-08-22 - 2023-08-24 | TX
(Tacoma,Wa.)
The GTSE is an incubator for collaboration and innovation. Each year, GTSE attendees leave with more resources, more connections, and even more determination toward the “Acceleration to Zero”. With wide and diverse participation between partners and attendees, the “Road to Zero” starts in Tacoma.
Sessions and Workshops include:
• People of Color in Green Spaces
• The Great Western Carbon Conference
• Live Demonstration in Expo Hall – EV High-Voltage Tech Training
• AccelerateH2 (Hydrogen Fuel Cell Program Track)

Q3 2023 Stakeholder Meeting
2023-08-09 09:30 - 22:30 | TX
The Houston-Galveston Quarter 3 Stakeholder Meeting for 2023 will have presentations on:

Update on Natural Gas Issues and Activities
Department of Energy Grant Application: Repowering for Electric School Buses
Update on the Redesignation Process
Strategic Plan
Current Funding Announcements

Please click here for meeting materials (some meeting materials will be uploaded after the meeting)

Houston-Galveston Clean Cities Redesignation Webinar
2023-06-30 09:00 - 11:00 | TX
Join us for the Redesignation Webinar. We will be reviewing past work, and discussing future expectations.

Texas NGV Grant Program Webinar
2023-03-09 11:00 - 12:00 | TX
The deadline for TCEQ’s Texas NGV Grant Program is rapidly approaching: March 31, 2023. Texas Clean Fuels Alliance will be hosting a webinar to bring more awareness to the available funding, and to help answer any questions from possible applicants. Additionally, they will be discussing the Texas Clean Fuels Alliance’s legislative efforts.
Link to Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/terps-texas-ngv-grant-program-and-legislative-webinar-tickets-565290658577

Infraday Texas (Austin, Tx.)
2023-03-02 08:00 - 17:00 | TX
Infraday Texas will feature presentations and panels on broadband, city development, electric & autonomous vehicles, climate, energy, shared-mobility, industrial, social, telecommunications, water, and transportation infrastructure. You may find more information at: www.infraday.com/texas.

Ride EV - The Capital Experience (Hosted by TxETRA)
2023-02-21 - 2023-02-22 | TX
TxETRA will be having a press conference at the Texas Capital Building on February 21, 2023 to display the many options and selections of electric vehicles available to Texans, and discuss the many benefits of going electric. You may test drive the electric vehicles in a “Ride and Drive” the next day (February 22, 2023).

The Role of Title VI and Environmental Justice in Transportation Planning
2023-02-16 09:30 - 12:00 | TX
The Transportation Department of H-GAC invites you to a webinar – “The Role of Title VI and Environmental Justice in Transportation Planning,” which takes place via Zoom on Thursday, February 16, 2023, from 9:30 am to 12:00 noon. The webinar is part of a larger awareness initiative aimed at promoting equity in the planning decision-making, and fostering meaningful involvement by individuals from historically underrepresented communities. The theme of our awareness initiative is “Connecting Communities.”
Register Today. You will learn of best practices for achieving equity in transportation and discover how equity principles apply to your programs and work assignments. Webinar participants with AICP credentials will get 2.5 CM credits (includes 1 Equity CM).

Workshop: TERP Seaport and Rail yard Areas Emissions Reduction Program (SPRY)
2020-02-20 09:30 - 23:30 | Port Freeport, 1100 Cherry Ctreet, Freeport, Texas, 77451
Replace/Repower your drayage truck or cargo handling equipment

The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality is preparing to open the Seaport and Rail Yard Areas Emissions Reduction Program, a grant program under the Texas Emissions Reduction Plan Program.

TCEQ will be hosting an application workshop on Thursday, Feb. 20, 2020 at 9:30 a.m. at Port Freeport, 1100 Cherry Street, Freeport, Texas 77541.

The purpose of the SPRY program is to encourage individuals and entities operating at designated seaports and Class I rail yards in Texas’ nonattainment areas to replace or repower their older on-road vehicles, non-road yard trucks, or other cargo handling equipment with new models.
Applicants may be eligible for funding up to 80% of the cost to replace or repower eligible vehicles and equipment if, for at least two years preceding the submission date of the application, the applicant has:

Owned or leased the on-road vehicle, non-road yard truck, or other cargo handling equipment eligible to be replaced under the program; and
Operated the vehicle or equipment at one or more of the designated seaports or rail yards for a minimum of 200 days of operation per year for the preceding two years.

Designated seaports include terminals and facilities located in the Port of Houston (including the participating facilities of the Houston Ship Channel Security District), Port of Galveston, and Port Freeport. Designated Class I rail yards include terminals and facilities located in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Bexar County, Houston-Galveston-Brazoria area, and El Paso area.

Please share with anyone who might be interested.

For program opening information, sign up for email updates atwww.terpgrants.org

Have questions? Contact TCEQ toll-free at 800-919-TERP (8377) or by email at terp@tceq.state.tx.us

Transportation Revolution Symposium
2020-02-18 18:00 - 19:30 | University of Houston Student Center – South, 4455 University Dr, Houston, TX, 77204, United States
Transportation as we know it is going to be transformed over the next decade. While electrification is advancing and gradually replacing internal combustion engines, automation and driverless vehicles are considered a significant transformation of transportation.

While much of the focus of the public has been on the high profile tests of passenger vehicles and their high profile accidents, a quiet transformation to automation has been happening in the automation of medium and heavy duty freight as well as industrial fleets. This symposium will discuss the challenges, opportunities and the pace of change in automation of passenger and freight as well as industrial fleet vehicles.

Webinar: Electric Vehicles and Projections
2019-10-24 14:00 - 15:30 | TX
Hosted by EPA’s State and Local Energy and Environment Program and Office of Transportation and Air Quality

This webinar will provide an overview of the current electric vehicle market and expected trends for the future. It will touch on key studies and briefly summarize findings about the environmental and economic implications of electric vehicle adoption. Intended for state and local environmental and transportation planners.

Speakers:
Dr. Rachael Nealer, Transportation Chief of Staff, U.S. Department of Energy: Overview of US trends and environmental implications
Michael Nicholas, Senior Researcher, The International Council on Clean Transportation: Global EV Sales and Cost Trends
Garrett Eucalitto, Transportation Program Director
Matt Rogotzke, Policy Analyst, National Governors’ Association: State Perspectives on Transportation Electrification
