Ride EV - The Capital Experience (Hosted by TxETRA)
2023-02-21 - 2023-02-22
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).

Infraday Texas (Austin, Tx.)
2023-03-02 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)
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.

Texas NGV Grant Program Webinar
2023-03-09 11:00 - 12:00
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

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

Q3 2023 Stakeholder Meeting
2023-08-09 09:30 - 22:30
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)

Green Transportation Summit and Expo (GTSE)
2023-08-22 - 2023-08-24
(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)

Lunch and Learn Webinar: Renewable Natural Gas and Propane
2023-08-23 12:00 - 13:00
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.

Q4 2023 Stakeholder Meeting
2023-11-15 14:00 - 15:30
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: How to Claim Your Natural Gas & Propane Federal Motor Fuel Tax Credit
2023-12-05 12:00 - 13:00
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.

North America Renewable Natural Gas Conference
2023-12-11 - 2023-12-14
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.

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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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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

Future of RNG North America 2024
2024-03-20 - 2024-03-21
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.

Roadmap to the Clean Bus Planning Technical Support Program - Online Webinar
2024-04-03 12:00 - 13:00
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

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

Advance Clean Transportation Expo
2024-05-20 - 2024-05-23
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

Safety Webinar: Ethanol Emergency Response
2024-06-04 11:00 - 13:00
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

Webinar: Ethanol Emergency Response & Steel Drum 101
2024-06-05 11:00 - 16:00
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.

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.

2024 Q2 Stakeholder Meeting and Ride and Drive Event for School Buses
2024-06-18 12:00 - 14:30 | 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

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.

Hydrogen Technology Expo
2024-06-26 - 2024-06-27 | NRG Center: Hall A, 1 FANNIN ST, Houston, TX, 77054, United States
Hydrogen Technology Conference & Expo is North America’s must-attend exhibition and conference that is exclusively dedicated to discussing advanced technologies for the hydrogen and fuel cell industry. The event brings together the entire hydrogen value chain to focus on developing solutions and innovations for low-carbon hydrogen production, efficient storage and distribution as well as applications in a variety of stationary and mobile applications.

Center for Houston's Future Clean Hydrogen Workshop
2024-07-31 09:00 - 12:00 | Partnership Tower, 701 Avenida las Americas, Houston, 77010, United States
The workshop is part of the work program being undertaken by the Center’s Hydrogen Steering Committee to develop a better understanding of the emerging Gulf Coast Clean hydrogen ecosystem. The specific purpose of this meeting on clean hydrogen mobility and transportation projects is to discuss and look for potential synergies among the various clean hydrogen transportation projects currently being developed in Texas and along the Gulf Coast.

Please RSVP for this meeting by clicking on this link: Transportation – Registration Link
If you have questions about the meeting itself, please contact me at (281) 686-1030. If you have questions about logistics, please contact Jennifer Beers at (713) 591-6354.

Ethanol Safety Seminar
2024-08-06 - 2024-08-07
The Ethanol Safety Seminar will be held at the West Central Texas Council of Governments in Abilene Tx. Get an in-depth look at proper training techniques needed when responding to an ethanol-related emergency.

2024 Sustainable Fleet Technology Conference & Expo
2024-08-13 - 2024-08-15
The 2024 Sustainable Fleet Technology Conference will be held at the Durham Convention Center, in Durham, North Carolina. The Sustainable Fleet Technology Conference & Expo brings together leading fleets and technology providers to share industry ideas, trends, strategies and technologies. In each session, expert speakers will showcase the latest and greatest transportation technologies, fuels and trends with a strong focus on data driven decisions and tools.
Exhibitors and expert speakers will share innovative resources for improving efficiency and sustainability of fleet operations. The full two-day event includes keynote presentations, 60+ panelists, 12 breakout sessions, an expo hall with space for indoor vehicle/equipment display, and an opportunity to network with 400+ attendees.
The conference will have 3 tracks: A) Funding and Planning; B) Advanced Vehicle Technologies; and C) Fueling and Charging.
