Kansas City Regional Clean Cities

09/19/2024

No one can see the future with a crystal ball, but those who imagine a better future are the ones who bring it to life. ✨🌎
At Metropolitan Energy Center, we’re looking for visionary leaders to join our Board of Directors. If you believe in a future where constructed places are greener, healthier, and more people-focused, we want to hear from you.
Your influence can shape the future. Apply now to join us in creating lasting change for Kansas City and beyond. Comment on this post, and I’ll send you the details.

03/04/2023

If 500 Missouri petition signers show their support for an Electric Vehicle specialty license plate, it will go from being a dream to being a reality! There’s a bonus—These license plates will support the movement that’s cleaning up the air around our roadways by getting more people to drive EVs.

Sign the petition at bit.ly/EV-plates-in-MO today!

⚡️

03/03/2023

You can influence what kinds of projects get funded in the future. Drop your opinion on our homepage or using that QR code before March 15th! Thank you for your vision. ⚡️

06/25/2020

After a week of video releases highlighting MEC's programs and projects, we invite you to join us for our virtual gala event Powering the Present, Fueling the Future tonight at 6 PM CDT! You will not want to miss this the live-streamed event where registered attendees will hear from our keynote speaker, Linda Bluestein, DOE’s National Clean Cities Co-Director, and our region’s most impactful clean energy heroes. If you haven't already, tickets can be purchased here https://buff.ly/2Z85Dk6 5 PM today. We have an online auction going on here https://buff.ly/31eGwiy until 7 PM tonight. A ticket is not necessary in order to participate in the online auction.

We hope to see you there so you can learn more on how YOU can and 💛

For an entire week MEC is showcasing encouraging, impactful ways that energy use and transportation are becoming "greener” in mid-America. Kicking off the week with an online silent auction and ending with a live-streamed event, wherever you are, this virtual shindig will leave you feeling energiz...

06/12/2020

T-MINUS 7 days until we kick off Powering the Present, Fueling the Future! Our event begins with a silent auction (featured items pictured below) and a guided mediation session with the founder of The Resilient Activist, Sami Aaron. The week-long event includes daily video releases, and wraps up with our LIVE virtual experience.
The live event will feature, KCUR's Lisa Rodriguez as our MC and our keynote speaker Linda Bluestein (DOE's National Clean Cities Co-Director). You won't want to miss this inspiring, fun-filled week!
Register here: https://app.bidcoz.com/metroenergy/powerthepresentfuelthefuture
Silent Auction link: https://app.bidcoz.com/metroenergy/powerthepresentfuelthefuture/auction/list

06/08/2020

We are thrilled to announce our keynote speaker for our annual gala, Linda Bluestein, DOE’s National Clean Cities Co-Director.
Bluestein is the National Clean Cities Co-Director and has served in this position since 2008. She works at the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Vehicle Technologies Office (VTO) on day-to-day management of its Technology Integration core activities, leads efforts to strengthen local partnerships and coalitions, and helps coordinate competitive DOE funding opportunities. You will not want to miss her keynote.
Follow the link to register today! https://buff.ly/2BMqQZ5

05/20/2020

At MEC, we strive to preserve the livability of our communities. We do this by advancing alternative fuels through local governments and businesses.

Today, we're featuring ELECTRIC⚡️as an example of an alternative fuel. Our goal at MEC is to make electric vehicles (EV’s) and charging stations more accessible to cut those pesky greenhouse gas emissions. We help transition fleets from gasoline or diesel to electric and work with utility companies to find the best locations for charging stations. Join MEC at our virtual gala to learn more about how we .
https://buff.ly/2TpNuwd

05/14/2020

Everyone check out ClimateGKC's youtube channel and subscribe. They post content that will help you stay up- to- date on climate related topics.🌎

The Climate Council was formed in response to the urgency we face regarding global warming, and in recognition of the need for concerted, collective action o...

05/13/2020

Applications to apply for the Green Fleet Award are now open. There are two Green Fleet Award contests: Government and Commercial. Applications close on July 27 2020, and winners will be announced on August 25, 2020 at the pre-conference for the Sustainable Fleet Technology Conference & Expo. Check out the link to learn more and apply.

The 100 Best Fleets in the Americas - Recognizing Excellence in Fleet Management

05/08/2020

Terminal Consolidation Co. (aka Kansas City Piggyback) is the first fleet in Missouri to deploy a purely electric Class 8 truck. 😍 Check out the link below to learn more.

100% electric, heavy duty, Class 8 vehicles from Orange EV

05/07/2020

The deadline to submit responses to the U.S. Department of Energy Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Request for Information (RFI) (DE-FOA-0002291) will close on Tuesday, May 12, 2020 at 5 p.m. E.T. Make sure to get in your responses by the deadline.

Department of Energy Releases Request for Information on Potential Funding for Grid-Interactive Efficient Buildings in Connected Communities

04/29/2020

18 school districts across receive help from EPA Region 7 to replace 24 aging buses. This effort will help reduce emissions, and more importantly- improve public and student health.💚

EPA News Release: 18 Kansas School Districts Receive $460,000 to Help Purchase Buses to Lower Diesel Emissions