South Central Alternative Fuel Corridor Convening

South Central Alternative Fuel Corridor Convening2019-07-22T19:32:32-04:00

The South Central Alternative Fuel Corridor Convening was the third in a series of regional Convenings sponsored by the Federal Highway Administration. The Convening was held in Arlington, Texas on April 9, 2019 with more than 60 stakeholders participating. The Convening focused on advancing regional coordination to expand the network of nationally-designated alternative fuel corridors. Participants included representatives from Texas, Arkansas, Louisiana, and Oklahoma.

About the Regional Convenings

The South Central Alternative Fuel Corridor Convening took place on April 9, 2019 in Arlington, Texas.

Convening Agenda and Summary Report

Convening Fact Sheets

Convening Materials

Host Welcome

North Central Texas Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) leadership and the Federal Highway Administration’s (FHWA’s) lead on alternative fuel corridors provided welcome and introductory remarks on the importance of regional coordination and partnerships to support the development of alternative fuel corridors and a sustainable transportation network.

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Diane Turchetta, Transportation Specialist, U.S. Federal Highway Administration

Setting the Stage: Partnership Goals and Objectives

Meeting hosts presented convening objectives to enhance multi-state collaboration, evaluate key barriers, and find solutions to advance alternative fuel corridors in the South Central U.S.

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Oana Leahu-Aluas, Associate, Cadmus

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Alycia Gilde, Director, Fuels and Infrastructure, CALSTART

South Central Corridor Analysis and Planning Tools

Participants learned the story behind the maps through a presentation on regional alternative fuel corridors, including changes over time since the initial designations. Representatives from Volpe and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) walked through the types of analyses necessary to identify and fill infrastructure gaps along the corridors. The presentation included a demonstration of NREL’s Alternative Fuels Data Center (AFDC) alternative fueling station locator and corresponding corridor tool.

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Mike Scarpino, Transportation Project Engineer, U.S. Department of Transportation Volpe Center

Stephen Costa, Technical Analyst, U.S. Department of Transportation Volpe Center

Johanna Levene, Manager, Transportation Data and Tools, National Renewable Energy Laboratory

Steve Lommele, Clean Cities Project Leader, Transportation & Hydrogen Systems Center, National Renewable Energy Laboratory

South Central Alternative Fuel Corridor Initiatives

Partners throughout the region presented on innovative programs currently advancing alternative fuel corridors for electric, propane, and compressed natural gas vehicles. First-hand accounts were given about the partners, technologies, and funding that are making it possible.

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Walter B. Council, Transportation Planner III, Imperial Calcasieu Regional Planning & Development Commission (Lake Charles MPO)

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Michael Conklin, Manager of External Engagement, CenterPoint Energy

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Curtis J. Donaldson, General Manager, Propane Business Development, Agility Fuel Solutions

Building Awareness & Leveraging Partnerships: Communicating Availability and Benefits of Alternative Fuels to Enhance Corridors

During this session, partners discussed the strategies, partnerships, and resources required to build awareness on the availability and benefits of alternative fuel corridors. Panelists shared experiences securing stakeholder support for alternative fuel infrastructure along corridors and discussed additional needs such as signage.

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Shawn Wilson, Secretary, Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development

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Ann Vail, Executive Director and Clean Cities Coordinator, Louisiana Clean Fuels

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Seth Christ, VP Operations, Francis Solar

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Lori Pampell Clark, Program Manager and DFW Clean Cities Coordinator, North Central Texas Council of Governments

Filling the Gap: Strategy, Technology, and Partnership for Infrastructure Development

Public and private partners discussed the challenges and best practices for the planning and implementation of alternative fuel corridors. Technology and fuel suppliers, utilities, government and fleets shared perspectives on how to “fill the infrastructure gap.” During this session, FHWA sought feedback on how the Agency can help states meet their corridor goals.

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Ashley Duplechien, Manager of Business Development, South Central Region, Trillium/Love’s

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Thomas Ashley, Vice President of Policy, Greenlots

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Rob Del Core, Managing Director, Hydrogenics USA, Inc.

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Randy Boys, Strategy and Technology Manager, Oncor

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Emily Conway, Fleet Sustainability Manager, PepsiCo

Funding for Corridors: Federal & State Funds, Volkswagen Settlement and Innovative Financing

Partners evaluated the challenges and opportunities to fund alternative fuel infrastructure projects to expand corridors and vehicles to build out the market. Topics included federal grant programs such as the Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement (CMAQ) program, state status on Volkswagen (VW) Settlement funds and potential use for infrastructure, the role of utilities in infrastructure costs and development, and approaches to innovative financing.

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Barbara Maley, Air Quality Specialist & Transportation Planner, FHWA Texas Division

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Patti Springs, Clean Cities Coordinator, Arkansas Clean Cities/Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality

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Vivian Aucoin, Environmental Scientist Manager, Louisiana DEQ

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Faye Swift, DERA Grants & Policy Team Leader, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

AFV Action Guide for State and Regional Transportation Agencies