Municipal fleet electrification. Is it possible today? What vehicles can I order as plug-ins? Are they reliable? What metro fleets are using electric cars and trucks already? How can I get help funding electric vehicles in our city or county? Join City of Olathe and Kansas City Regional Clean Cities to find out the answers […]
October is annually designated as National Energy Awareness Month. The U.S. Department of Energy (US DOE) participates annually with the intent to draw attention to our nation’s electrical grid system and “to highlight the importance of energy to our national prosperity and security.” As the US DOE states, “Energy, our most critical infrastructure, is all but […]
Join the Clean Energy Business Council and Kansas Advanced Power Alliance for an in-depth afternoon discussing the state’s energy future for utility-scale solar, storage, electric vehicle, and transmission expansion.
This event has passed, but you can view the presentation slides at the links below. Join the Kansas Biodiesel Consortium (KSBC) for our annual biodiesel workshop on Wednesday, January 12, 2022. Presenters will cover how to use biodiesel in your operations. From biodiesel fueling to vehicles to funding opportunities, you’ll learn what you need to […]
The Green Transportation Summit and Expo (GTSE) is the West Coast’s premier fleet modernization and sustainable transportation event. GTSE offers attendees an inside look at the latest in fleet technologies and innovation. It provides informative sessions featuring a who’s who of national and regional transportation leaders. During the three-day event, MEC and our project partners […]
Join the Kansas City Climate Council’s 2023 Earth Festival The Climate Council of Greater Kansas City is holding multiple events to celebrate Earth Day. Nine days of fairs, workshops, volunteer opportunities and activities throughout the metro area – both in-person and online. Saturday, April 15th through April 23rd. Come learn about the earth and celebrate […]
Electric cars are on the move. In 2022, battery-electric and plug-in hybrids totaled more than 7% of light-duty cars and trucks on America’s roads. Half a million more EV cars and trucks were registered in the first half of 2023 alone. It’s not just light-duty passenger cars, either. Manufacturers are offering more medium- and heavy-duty […]
Join Metropolitan Energy Center (MEC) staff and board for a hands-on Volunteer Day at Project Living Proof (PLP), a real-life example for sustainable urban living nestled in the heart of Kansas City. Want to make a difference during Earth Month? This is your perfect outlet. Let’s roll up our sleeves and build a better future […]