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SUMMARY:AFC Public Engagement Meeting- Rochester
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThe Minnesota Department of Transportation’s (MnDOT) Office of Sustainability & Public Health will host multiple in-person conversations statewide about nominating roads as Alternative Fuel Corridors (AFCs).  AFCs are a national network of plug-in electric vehicle (EV) charging\, as well as hydrogen\, propane\, and natural gas fueling infrastructure along national highway system corridors. MnDOT wants input from community members on the future corridors and what roads\, if any\, to nominate. The Southeast Minnesota AFC public engagement meeting will take place April 14\, from 1:30-3:30 pm\, at the MnDOT Rochester Headquarters (2900 48th Street NW\, Rochester\, MN 55901). Attendee registration is not required\, and MnDOT will use the same agenda at all locations. \nBackground\nThe U.S. DOT AFC Nominations process started under the Fixing America’s Surface Transportation Act (FAST) Act in 2015. It was modified under the 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). Minnesota currently has two roads designated as AFCs for Electric Vehicles: I-94 and I-35. This designation is important for determining how to spend federal IIJA funds on charging stations\, including the numbers\, type\, etc. \nRound 6 of nominations happened between February and May 2022\, with a focus on DC Fast Chargers and Interstates. The Federal Highway Administration has not released the criteria for the upcoming Round 7 yet\, but they will likely release the criteria in the first half of 2023. \nAgenda\n-Review the current status of the Minnesota Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Plan. \n-Discuss the pros and cons of designating additional roads as AFCs. \n-Understand the capacity and interest of communities and utilities in various levels of EV charging. \nMnDOT invites and encourages participation from everyone at the meetings. If you need an ASL or foreign language interpreter\, documents in an alternative format\, or any other reasonable accommodation for this event\, please email Janet Miller (ADArequest.dot@state.mn.us) or call 651-366-4720.
URL:https://www.cleanairchoice.org/event/afc-public-engagement-meeting-rochester/
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SUMMARY:Electrify Everything! Earth Day Expo
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate Earth Day at the Electrify Everything! Expo\, hosted by Oak Grove Presbyterian Church. Event is Saturday\, April 22\, 2023\, 1:00-5:00 p.m. at 2200 West Old Shakopee Rd\, Bloomington\, MN 55431. \nAgenda\n1:00-2:30 p.m. Talks by Experts:\n– Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) for All\, Buff Grace\, MN Interfaith Power and Light \n– Heat Pumps for You\, Alexis Troschinetz\, CERTs/ UMN Extension \n2:30-5:00 p.m. Tours of Oak Grove Projects:\n– Solar\n– Insulation\n– Heat Pump\n– LED Lighting\n– Electric Vehicles and Electric Vehicle Charging\n– Rain Gardens and Native Plants\n– Build your own KidWind model wind turbine \nDress for the weather. Tours will be inside and outside. COVID protocols will be followed.  For more information\, visit the event webpage or call 952-888-4621.
URL:https://www.cleanairchoice.org/event/electrify-everything-earth-day-expo/
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SUMMARY:Red Wing 6th Annual EV Show
DESCRIPTION:Red Wing’s 6th Annual EV Show will take place on Saturday\, April 22 from 4:00-6:00 pm at Red Wing High School (2451 Eagle Ridge Drive\, Red Wing\, MN 5506). Check out Red Wing’s full schedule of community events for Earth Week 2023.
URL:https://www.cleanairchoice.org/event/red-wing-6th-annual-ev-show/
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SUMMARY:CFI Grant Program webinar
DESCRIPTION:Charging up Minnesota Communities: Getting up to Speed on the Federal Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) Discretionary Grant Program\nJoin Drive Electric Minnesota and the Clean Energy Resource Teams for a free webinar on the federal Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) Discretionary Grant Program\, on Tuesday\, April 25\, from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. central time. This event will provide attendees with valuable information related to the federal CFI Program so that they feel equipped to develop competitive applications. Please visit our CFI Program funding page for more information. \nWebinar topics: an overview of Minnesota’s existing electric vehicle public charging infrastructure\, an overview of the federal CFI Program\, including its requirements\, best practices for siting and installing charging stations\, and an overview of available resources and assistance programs. \nWho should attend: state government\, metropolitan planning organizations\, local governments\, special purpose districts or public authorities with a transportation function\, including port authorities\, Native nations\, state or local authorities with ownership of publicly accessible transportation facilities\, and private entities interested in partnering with eligible entities. \nREGISTER\n  \nWe would be happy to provide any additional information about the grant program; please contact Jon Hunter (jon.hunter@lung.org) with questions.
URL:https://www.cleanairchoice.org/event/cfi-grant-program-webinar/
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SUMMARY:Minnesota Clean Cities Coalition Seeks Summer Intern
DESCRIPTION:The Minnesota Clean Cities Coalition\, coordinated by the American Lung Association in Minnesota\, is seeking an intern for a paid position working a 14-week period from approximately June 5 – August 18\, 2023 to be hosted by the St. Paul office. Argonne National Laboratory offers internships through the Clean Cities University Workforce Development Program to support local Clean Cities Coalitions. \nPosition Description: \nThis full time paid position will require the student to work a hybrid schedule. Proof of vaccination is required for employment. The student will work to educate and engage users of alternative fuel vehicles and advanced technologies through data analysis\, virtual/in-person events\, communications\, initiatives and other forms of outreach. Project workplan will depend on student experience and strengths. \nUnder supervision the intern will: \n\nAssist staff with support of virtual and/or in-person events during the 14-week period including alternative fuel workshops and trainings\, electric vehicle outreach and station education\nManage and collect data for report on electric vehicle adoption\nDevelop newsletter articles and help manage social media content\nAnalyze survey data from events\nComplete activity reports and other paperwork as required\n\nQualifications: \nPreference given to candidates with: \nMust be undergraduate in Junior or Senior year or graduate student\nBackground in natural or social sciences including environmental\, marketing/graphic design\, public relations\, health education\nAbility to prioritize\, multi-task and remain flexible with work activities and schedule\nCompetent in Microsoft Word\, PowerPoint\, Excel\, Outlook\nAbility to work some evenings and weekends \nCompensation: \n\nFull-time position (30-40 hours per week)\nPay rate: based on undergrad or graduate level ($4\,500 – $7\,200)\nPosition is grant funded and is dependent upon availability of funds\n\nApplication Procedure: \nCover letter must address related jobs\, responsibilities and relevant experience \nPlease send cover letter & resume to: Lisa Thurstin at 651-223-9568 or lisa.thurstin@lung.org \nDeadline to apply: May 5\, 2023
URL:https://www.cleanairchoice.org/event/minnesota-clean-cities-coalition-seeks-summer-intern/
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SUMMARY:AFC Public Engagement Meeting- Duluth
DESCRIPTION:Overview\nThe Minnesota Department of Transportation’s (MnDOT) Office of Sustainability & Public Health will host multiple in-person conversations statewide about nominating roads as Alternative Fuel Corridors (AFCs).  AFCs are a national network of plug-in electric vehicle (EV) charging\, as well as hydrogen\, propane\, and natural gas fueling infrastructure along national highway system corridors. MnDOT wants input from community members on the future corridors and what roads\, if any\, to nominate. The Northeast Minnesota AFC public engagement meeting will take place April 27\, from 1:00-3:00 pm\, at the MnDOT Duluth Headquarters (1123 Mesaba Avenue\, Duluth\, MN 55881). Attendee registration is not required\, and MnDOT will use the same agenda at all locations. \nBackground\nThe U.S. DOT AFC Nominations process started under the Fixing America’s Surface Transportation Act (FAST) Act in 2015. It was modified under the 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). Minnesota currently has two roads designated as AFCs for Electric Vehicles: I-94 and I-35. This designation is important for determining how to spend federal IIJA funds on charging stations\, including the numbers\, type\, etc. \nRound 6 of nominations happened between February and May 2022\, with a focus on DC Fast Chargers and Interstates. The Federal Highway Administration has not released the criteria for the upcoming Round 7 yet\, but they will likely release the criteria in the first half of 2023. \nAgenda\n-Review the current status of the Minnesota Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Plan. \n-Discuss the pros and cons of designating additional roads as AFCs. \n-Understand the capacity and interest of communities and utilities in various levels of EV charging. \nMnDOT invites and encourages participation from everyone at the meetings. If you need an ASL or foreign language interpreter\, documents in an alternative format\, or any other reasonable accommodation for this event\, please email Janet Miller (ADArequest.dot@state.mn.us) or call 651-366-4720.
URL:https://www.cleanairchoice.org/event/afc-public-engagement-meeting-duluth/
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