Supporting Clean Air Choices for North Dakotans
North Dakota Clean Cities (NDCC) aims to reduce the impact of fuel and vehicle emissions on our community’s environment and health.
Designated on August 10, 1998, in a ceremony at the University of North Dakota, North Dakota Clean Cities is now managed by the American Lung Association. The U.S. Department of Energy renewed NDCC’s designation in 2008 and 2020. NDCC is a grassroots educational effort supported by stakeholders that include fuel and equipment providers, fleet managers, public utilities, technical experts, non-profit organizations, automakers, and private citizens.
NDCC helps industry partners raise awareness of Clean Air Choice fuels among consumers and fleet operators. Utilizing cleaner fuels such as ethanol, biodiesel, electricity and other advanced fuels and engine technologies is an essential step to improve air quality, reduce carbon emissions, and support economic development in North Dakota.
North Dakota Clean Cities is a U.S. Department of Energy designated coalition in the Clean Cities and Communities partnership.
North Dakota Is a National Leader in Clean,
Renewable-Based Fuels
North Dakota is uniquely positioned to create more energy than its residents consume. Our farm fields can yield millions of gallons of renewable biofuels each year, and North Dakota is among the top ten states for renewable electricity potential. Our state also has significant opportunities to use cleaner-burning gaseous fuels like propane and compressed natural gas for heavy-duty vehicles. As more North Dakotans adopt these Clean Air Choice® fuels, we can look forward to cleaner air and a healthier environment for all.
Coalition Updates
EV Market Outlook: Sales Trends and What’s Ahead
Cox Automotive has released its latest outlook on the U.S. electric vehicle (EV) market, highlighting a year marked by sharp quarterly swings but relatively stable annual performance. As widely anticipated, EV sales fell significantly in Q4 2025 [...]
Clean Fuels Conference 2026: Industry and Market Updates
The 2026 Clean Fuels Conference held in January brought together producers, policymakers, fleet operators, and technology providers to assess the current state of biodiesel, renewable diesel, and sustainable aviation fuel in the United States. Discussions throughout the conference [...]
2026 Fuel Economy Guide Now Available
The U.S. Department of Energy and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency have released the 2026 Fuel Economy Guide, a comprehensive resource designed to help consumers better understand fuel efficiency across model year 2026 light-duty vehicles. In addition to [...]
Toyota Opens First North American Lithium-Ion Battery Plant
Toyota has officially opened its first lithium-ion battery manufacturing facility in North America, marking a significant expansion of its U.S. manufacturing footprint. Located in Liberty, North Carolina, the plant represents a $13.9 billion investment and is Toyota’s [...]
Why join NDCC?
By joining NDCC, you will help North Dakota expand and diversify its options for vehicle fuels. North Dakota has the capacity to produce not only traditional petroleum fuels, but also all of the clean, affordable fuels now available in the Upper Midwest. Our organization provides networking opportunities, educational events, and other resources that make a difference in the quality of life throughout North Dakota.
NDCC Stakeholders
