Alternative Fuel Organizations
Alternative Fuel Vehicle Institute The Alternative Fuel Vehicle Institute (AFVI) was founded in 2003 to provide high quality education, training, and technical assistance on the broad range of alternative fuels and vehicles available in today's marketplace. AFVI is the education provider and information link between the alternative fuels and vehicles industry and public/private fleets and other proponents of alternative fuels. AFVI is fuel and technology neutral. American Gas Association The American Gas Association, founded in 1918, represents 197 local energy utility companies that deliver natural gas to more than 56 million homes, businesses and industries throughout the United States. AGA's members account for roughly 83 percent of all natural gas delivered by the nation's local natural gas distribution companies. AGA is an advocate for local natural gas utility companies and provides a broad range of programs and services for member natural gas pipelines, marketers, gatherers, international gas companies and industry associates. Natural gas meets nearly one-fourth of the United States' energy needs. Canadian Natural Gas Vehicle Alliance The Canadian Natural Gas Vehicle Alliance (CNGVA) is an alliance of natural gas vehicle industry partners including natural gas utilities, vehicle manufacturers, compression industries, NGV component and parts companies, governments, consultants, and R & D firms. The Alliance brings all NGV expertise together, particularly in the areas of market development and promotion, to collectively build and maintain an environment that encourages the further deployment of natural gas vehicles in Canada. Clean Vehicle Education Foundation CVEF is a non-profit national organization whose mission is to assess and guide alternative fuels including NGV and natural gas-to-hydrogen R&D³ activities and build awareness for - and foster deployment of - alternative fuel systems including natural gas- and other clean fuel-powered vehicles in the public and private sector. CNGNow The importance of finding a solution to the nation’s current economic and energy challenges is at an all-time high. Natural gas is an American energy answer. When compressed into a transportation fuel, it offers the same benefits of gasoline- and diesel-power, but provides more advantages as a clean, affordable and American fuel that can help create U.S. jobs and lessen our country’s dependence on foreign oil. Energy Vision Energy Vision is a national non-profit organization analyzing and promoting ways to make a swift transition to pollution-free renewable energy sources and to the clean, petroleum-free transportation fuels of the future. What is unique about Energy Vision: The in-depth expertise of our Associates regarding a wide range of alternative fuel vehicles, including natural gas, bio-based, hydrogen, hybrid, and fuel cell vehicles, the reputation for credible solution-oriented findings that members of our team have gained from their reports which are used worldwide, a commitment to the publicity, education and outreach that can translate information into concrete policies and alternative fuels initiatives. FirmGreen Technology Headquartered in Newport Beach, CA, FirmGreen, Inc., is a privately held, integrated energy company participating in virtually all aspects of the global green energy business. FirmGreen® is involved with identifying, developing and commercializing new and emerging technologies, and alternative fuels that promise to play an increasingly important role in the world's energy mix. Gladstein, Neandross and Associates (GNA) Headquartered in Santa Monica, California, Gladstein, Neandross and Associates (GNA) is one of the nation's leading environmental consulting firms specializing in emission reduction, energy and transportation policy, and market development for alternative fuel vehicles. GNA works with business, government and communities to expand markets for environmentally friendly products and services and develop strategies and raise awareness about projects and technologies that promote livable and sustainable communities. GTI (Gas Technology Institute) Leading provider of research, development and training for the natural gas industry. International Association for Natural Gas Vehicles The Association was established in 1986 to provide the NGV industry with an international forum and an advocate for NGVs. It now has 500 corporate and individual members in 35 countries. Natural Gas Vehicle Institute The Natural Gas Vehicle Institute provides natural gas vehicle education, training, consulting and technical assistance to NGV fleet managers and technicians, vehicle manufacturers, fuel retailers, utilities, NGV users, consultants, equipment manufacturers and suppliers, government and other industry stakeholders. NaturalGas.org Naturalgas.org is presented as an educational website covering a variety of topics related to the natural gas industry. The purpose of this website is to provide visitors with a comprehensive information source for topics related to natural gas, and present an unbiased learning tool for students, teachers, industry, media, and government. NGVA Europe The mission of NGVAEurope is to develop a sustainable and profitable market for NGVs throughout Europe by creating a favourable political and economic environment that encourages the development of NGV technology as well as a European fueling infrastructure. NGVAmerica NGVAmerica is a national organization dedicated to the development of a growing, sustainable and profitable market for vehicles powered by natural gas or hydrogen. The Coalition represents more than 180 natural gas companies, equipment manufacturers and service providers, as well as environmental groups and government organizations interested in the promotion and use of natural gas and hydrogen as transportation fuels. Propane Education and Research Council The purpose of the Propane Education & Research Council (Council) is to promote the safe, efficient use of propane as a preferred energy source. Wise Gas Inc. Our team consists of all the key components necessary to forge ahead and emerge as a strong cornerstone of the development of Compressed Natural Gas as an alternative fuel in the state of Florida. The Wise Gas, Inc. family is comprised of grant writers, engineers, mechanics, technicians and more. Whatever the challenge, we believe we possess the team, the drive, the partnerships and the knowledge to accomplish it. Worldwide NGV Guide A database for contact information on natural gas related suppliers and services worldwide. Government Agencies
Natural Resources Canada Information on Canadian natural gas, services, industry. U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) - Alternative Fuels and Advanced Vehicles Data Center DOE's Alternative Fuels and Advanced Vehicles Data Center - reference material on natural gas, fueling infrastructure, information & training, fuel station locators, fuel costs, vehicle lists with pricing and technical specifications, financial incentives, and more. U.S. DOE Clean Cities Program The mission of the Clean Cities Program is to advance the nation's economic, environmental, and energy security by supporting local decisions to adopt practises that contribute to the reduction of petroleum consumption. Clean Cities carries out this mission through a network of more than 80 volunteer coalitions, which develop public/private partnerships to promote alternative fuels and vehicles, fuel blends, fuel economy, hybrid vehicles, and idle reduction. U.S. DOE Clean Cities Program - Videos View videos showcasing alternative fuels and advanced vehicles. |
