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
Electrification Coalition Introduces Advanced Freight Partners Group
The Electrification Coalition has launched the Advanced Freight Partners Group (AFPG), an industry-driven initiative focused on building a more resilient, efficient, and interconnected freight ecosystem. As the freight sector faces evolving supply chains, new energy [...]
The Role of Electric Farm Equipment
The agricultural sector is increasingly exploring electric farm equipment to reduce environmental impacts while offering practical benefits to landowners and operators. According to the USDA Economic Research Service, agriculture employs about 10.4% of the U.S. population, [...]
Supporting Cleaner Air Through the Diesel Emission Reduction Act
The Diesel Emission Reduction Act (DERA) is a federal program administered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) with the goal of lowering emissions from older diesel engines. Diesel engines, while critical to the nation’s transportation and freight systems, [...]
CIISR: Breaking Down Barriers to EV Charging Access
NDCC is excited to announce our participation in the Charging Infrastructure Interconnection Simplification Resource (CIISR), a project sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy. CIISR is designed to support small fleets and multi-family housing (MFH) properties, particularly [...]
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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
