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For information on this program or to join SLCFP, please contact: Rebecca Otte , Program Coordinator: Telephone: 504-568-6622; E-mail: rotte@norpc.org
The Southeast Louisiana Clean Fuel Partnership (SLCFP) is an initiative of the U. S. Department of Energy through their Clean Cities Program and supported by the Louisiana Department of Natural Resources to promote clean transportation fuels and technologies that can greatly contribute to our energy independence.
The goals of the SLCFP are:
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Provide support and project coordination for fleets interested in transitioning to cleaner fuels |
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Create partnership between producers, distributors, retailers and users to increase the availability of cleaner fuels and technologies |
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Educate our stakeholders as to current trends and opportunities |
What We Do
Coordinate Project Implementation
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Provide recommendations based on a member’s fleet, infrastructure, and needs, including economic feasibility |
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Assist in procuring finances |
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Connect interested fleets with reputable alternative fuel/ technology providers |
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Provide PR for your alternative fuel or your alternative fuel vehicle fleet |
Provide Education on the Various Aspects of Clean Transportation
Fuels and Technologies
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Keep members informed of the latest advantages, legislation and local events relating to alternative fuel vehicles and alternative fuels |
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Offer test drives in alternative fuel vehicles |
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Provide contacts with fleets that are using alternative fuels |
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Provide information on professional conferences dealing with alternative fuels, vehicles and fleets |
Our Stakeholders
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Public and Private Fleet Managers and Maintenance Personnel |
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Service Station Retailers |
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Fuel, Vehicle, and Technology Producers and Distributors - Alternative & Traditional |
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Legislators and Public Officials |
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Universities and Research Groups |
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Health Organizations |
Quarterly Meetings
On October 23, 2007, the Southeast Louisiana Clean Fuel Partnership held our first Quarterly Stakeholders meeting. The meeting, held at City Park ’s Garden Study Center in the Botanical Gardens, was attended by representatives of private and public fleets, fuel and vehicle distributors, elected officials, utility companies, local nonprofit economic development organizations, state agencies, trade associations, and other Clean Cities partners.
The meeting presented an overview of the Department of Energy’s Clean Cities Program as well as the new mission of the Southeast Louisiana Clean Fuel Partnership. Melissa Howell, Kentucky Clean Fuels Coalition Coordinator representing the Department of Energy, presented on the various biofuels available, including ethanol, biodiesel, compressed natural gas (CNG), propane, electricity and hybrids.
Fuel quality and the importance of using only fuel that meets the ASTM (American Society of Testing Materials) standards were emphasized. Various stakeholders provided vehicles for display, including two electric vehicles from Golf Cart World; a full-sized pick-up truck running on
Meeting Materials available for download:
Meeting Agenda
Southeast Louisiana Clean Fuel Partnership Handout
Memorandum of Understanding for becoming a member
SLCFP Overview PowerPoint Presentation
Clean Fuel Choices Overview PowerPoint Presentation
Melissa Howell from the Department of Energy and Kentucky Clean Fuels Coalition Coordinator, and Rebecca Otte, RPC Environmental Programs, hold up directional signs for the quarterly meeting at City Park. Rest assured that the signs pointed in the right direction for the meeting. (Photo provided by Melissa Howell)
Stakeholders filled the Garden Study Center at New Orleans City Park. (Photo provided by Melissa Howell)
Becoming a Member
If you would like to join the Southeast Louisiana Clean Fuels Partnership, please read our Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). If you choose to consent to the voluntary commitment as outlined on the MOU, please sign and date the form, provide your contact information, and deliver the form with the appropriate dues to:
Southeast Louisiana Clean Fuel Partnership
c/o Regional Planning Commission
1340 Poydras, Suite 2100
New Orleans , LA 70112
Please make checks out to: Regional Planning Commission
Dues Structure
| Category | Dues Amount |
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| Student: One vote per membership (non-transferable) | $10.00 | |
| Individual: One vote per membership (non-transferable) | $25.00 | |
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$100.00 | |
| Private Organization (>50 employees): Up to three members per organization, with each member given one vote (transferable) | $250.00 | |
| Corporate Sponsor: Up to five members per organization, with each member given one vote (transferable). Corporate logo on the web site and on quarterly newsletter. | $2,000 | |
| Workshop or Special Event Sponsor (includes Corporate Sponsor Level Benefits): Special donation towards a specific event; Corporate logo on all marketing materials, signs, and press releases; Special recognition at event/ workshop | $3,000.00 |
The SLCFP is housed in the Regional Planning Commission for Jefferson, Orleans Plaquemines, St. Bernard, and St. Tammany Parishes. The Partnership also includes St. Charles and St. John the Baptist Parishes.
For more information please contact:
Rebecca Otte , Clean Fuels Partnership Coordinator
Telephone: 504-568-6622
E-mail: rotte@norpc.org
Related Web sites and additional information:
Louisiana Department of Natural Resources Clean Cities Program: http://dnr.louisiana.gov/sec/execdiv/techasmt/programs/transportation/cleancities.htm
US Department of Energy's Clean Cities Program: http://www.eere.energy.gov/cleancities/
National Biodiesel Board: http://www.biodiesel.org
Natural Gas Vehicle Coalition: http://www.ngvc.org/
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