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Nebraska Clean Cities and Communities Coalition NEC4 is a Department of Energy Clean Cities and Communities partner housed under the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's Nebraska Transportation Center

Our fellow Clean Cities coalition, Drive Clean Colorado, is hosting the Drive Clean Summit + Expo on Thursday, October 2...
10/21/2026

Our fellow Clean Cities coalition, Drive Clean Colorado, is hosting the Drive Clean Summit + Expo on Thursday, October 22, in Denver—within reach for Nebraska stakeholders looking to connect with regional partners and learn what's working in clean transportation.
Why attend? The event brings together fleet managers, local governments, utilities, businesses, and transportation leaders to share real-world experience and explore solutions. Topics include fleet purchasing decisions, EV charging infrastructure, workforce development, grid readiness, and alternative fuels like renewable natural gas and propane.
With vehicles and equipment on display, educational sessions, and opportunities to network, it's a chance to bring home practical ideas and build connections that can support clean transportation efforts here in Nebraska.
📍 Empower Field at Mile High | Denver, Colorado
📅 Thursday, October 22, 2026
🔗 Learn more about the agenda and registration: https://drivecleancolorado.org/event/drive-clean-summit-expo-2026/

Want to spend less on transportation?Our Affordable Transportation Flyer highlights simple ways to save money on transpo...
10/12/2026

Want to spend less on transportation?
Our Affordable Transportation Flyer highlights simple ways to save money on transportation — including choosing higher ethanol blends when your vehicle is approved for them, considering a used EV, and reducing unnecessary idling.
Higher ethanol blends can offer a lower-cost fuel option, while used EVs can provide another way to reduce long-term transportation costs. Even something as simple as turning off the engine instead of idling can save fuel.
Check out our flyer to see practical ways you can save money on the road — and share it with others!

This National Propane Day, we're recognizing propane's role in a diverse and resilient transportation and energy system....
10/07/2026

This National Propane Day, we're recognizing propane's role in a diverse and resilient transportation and energy system.

Energy resilience matters — especially when global events, extreme weather, rising energy demand and supply chain disruptions can affect the cost and availability of energy.

Propane provides a reliable, portable energy option for applications ranging from forklifts and material handling equipment to backup power and fleet operations. Because it can be stored on-site and used independently of the electric grid, propane can help keep critical operations moving when grid capacity or reliability becomes a challenge.

Check out this recent Material Handling & Logistics article by PERC's Jim Bunsey to learn more: https://ow.ly/5tBt50ZL2xW

Propane Education & Research Council
Nebraska Propane Gas Association

Turning Nebraska agriculture into renewable energyA new renewable natural gas project is underway in Broken Bow, Nebrask...
10/05/2026

Turning Nebraska agriculture into renewable energy

A new renewable natural gas project is underway in Broken Bow, Nebraska, where Neogenyx Fuels and Adams Land and Cattle, LLC are working to capture methane from livestock manure and turn it into pipeline-quality renewable natural gas (RNG).

The project is expected to produce approximately 1.2 million MMBtu of RNG annually, creating an opportunity to turn an agricultural byproduct into a domestic energy resource.

It’s a great example of how Nebraska’s agricultural economy can play a role in building a more diverse, resilient, and sustainable energy future — with benefits that can extend to transportation, energy, and waste management.

For more information: (https://neogenyxfuels.com/newsroom/neogenyx-fuels-and-adams-land-cattle-to-construct-renewable-natural-gas-facility-in-nebraska?)

Want to bring cleaner transportation solutions to your workplace or community? Have expertise to share? Looking for ways...
09/28/2026

Want to bring cleaner transportation solutions to your workplace or community? Have expertise to share? Looking for ways to support, sponsor, advise, or collaborate on transportation projects?
Get involved with Nebraska Clean Cities.
Be a stakeholder: Work with us to identify and build clean transportation solutions for your workplace, community, or organization.
Be a partner: Help advance the work through expertise, collaboration, sponsorship, resources, or other support.
Whether you’re ready to lead a project or simply want to be part of the conversation, we want Nebraska’s transportation community at the table.
Let’s build a cleaner, more resilient transportation future — together. https://nec4.unl.edu/

The City of Lincoln Government will be hosting an open house on September 22 at the Charles H. Gere Library. The topics ...
09/23/2026

The City of Lincoln Government will be hosting an open house on September 22 at the Charles H. Gere Library. The topics for this open house will be:

The Long-Range Transportation Plan (LRTP)

The Mobility Plan

Comprehensive Plan

This open house will be a place for people to learn about the future plans of Lincoln while also being able to discuss how they think the city should move forward in the future.

The meeting will also be available online. For more information visit: https://fhu.mysocialpinpoint.com/lincoln-lancaster-transportation-and-mobility

Why does a diverse energy mix matter?The future of transportation and energy will require a range of solutions.Electric,...
09/23/2026

Why does a diverse energy mix matter?
The future of transportation and energy will require a range of solutions.
Electric, propane, renewable fuels and other technologies each have applications where they can make sense. Some organizations are already taking advantage of a diverse energy mix to meet different operational needs, manage costs and build greater resilience.
A diverse energy mix can help organizations:
🔹 Choose the right technology for the job
🔹 Adapt to changing energy prices and availability
🔹 Improve energy resilience and reliability
🔹 Reduce dependence on a single energy source
🔹 Keep pace with evolving transportation and energy technologies
Recent disruptions — from extreme weather to global conflicts and changing fuel markets — have demonstrated that energy security and flexibility matter.
There isn't one solution for every application. A diverse energy mix gives organizations more options and helps build a more resilient transportation system.

Are you a Nebraska fuel retailer looking to expand your higher ethanol blend business? The Nebraska Corn Board is accept...
09/16/2026

Are you a Nebraska fuel retailer looking to expand your higher ethanol blend business?

The Nebraska Corn Board is accepting applications for its Ethanol Infrastructure Grant Program, which helps eligible fuel retailers add or expand access to higher ethanol blends such as E15, E30 and E85.

The program can help offset the cost of infrastructure needed to offer these fuels, including equipment such as tanks, piping, dispensers, pumps, electrical work and signage. Eligible retailers may receive up to $50,000 per location, while retailers focusing solely on E15 infrastructure may receive up to $25,000.

Expanding your ethanol offerings can give your customers access to high-octane, cleaner-burning fuel that can also cost less at the pump, while creating additional demand for Nebraska-grown corn and Nebraska-produced ethanol.

It's an opportunity to invest in your business, give your customers more fuel choices, strengthen Nebraska's rural economies, and help create better air quality for Nebraska.

Applications are due October 30.

Learn more about the program and ethanol's benefits for Nebraska:
https://nebraskacorn.gov/corn-101/corn-uses/ethanol/

Or contact Payton Schaneman, Director of Market Development - Nebraska Corn Board, at 402-471-2676.

The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) is offering competitive funding to state and local public transportation agenci...
09/09/2026

The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) is offering competitive funding to state and local public transportation agencies for the purchase or lease of zero- and low-emission transit buses, as well as the acquisition, construction, or leasing of supporting facilities.

For FY 2026, there is approximately $21 million available through the Buses and Bus Facilities Competitive Program and approximately $589 million available through the Low or No Emission Grant Program (Low-No).

The application deadline is September 21, 2026.

These competitive grants can help public transportation providers invest in cleaner buses and the infrastructure needed to support them.

Learn more and determine whether your organization may be eligible to apply.

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