Transportation Alternatives

Issue Summary
U.S. EPA
Other Federal Agencies
States
Organizations/Non-Government Programs

Issue Summary

The nation's transit system links regions and connects cities, counties, and states.  Local governments play a major role in providing and managing the nation's transit services.  However, local government transit management is about more than just moving people and products.  City and county managers are responsible for ensuring the health, safety and welfare of their constituents, that includes pursuing better outcomes in public health, affordable housing, job access, energy efficiency and sustainable quality of life in their communities. Local governments recognize that sound transit investments and management can help them achieve these outcomes.  Their unique position allows them to see the bigger picture; not only in the long-term effects of a specific program, but also in how the multitude of local government programs can become intricately linked together and influence each other.  Local officials need resources and tools to safeguard their transit systems and to build partnerships among transportation, public safety, and other professionals regionally to improve transit services and the quality of life. A balanced, well-designed transportation system that allows people to get around by car, transit, bicycle, and walking is a key element of a livable community (Local Government Commission).

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U.S. EPA

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Other Federal Departments and Agencies

States

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Organizations/Non-Government Programs

  • Alternative and Renewable Fuel & Vehicle Technology Program Provides a range of information on alternative fuels related to California's alternative transportation fuels program, in operation since 1975.
  • Drive Clean A California Air Resources Board Web site that showcases the cleanest vehicles on the market: hybrids, clean gasoline-powered vehicles, alternative-fuel cars, and electric vehicles.
  • Governors' Ethanol Coalition A coalition of Governors working to promote ethanol as part of the nation's transportation fuels market.
  • Alternative Fuel Vehicle Directory  A resource that lists numerous Web sites related to alternative fuels and alternative-fueled vehicles.
  • American Coalition for Ethanol A national organization representing ethanol producers, farmers, commodity organizations, suppliers of goods and services to the industry, rural electric cooperatives, and others supportive of the increased production and use of ethanol.
  • National Biodiesel Board A national trade association representing the biodiesel industry as the coordinating body for research and development in the United States.
  • National Corn Growers Association A national organization working with farmers, industry, and government to build the ethanol industry.
  • Natural Gas Vehicle Coalition A national organization dedicated to the development of a growing, sustainable, and profitable market for vehicles powered by natural gas or hydrogen.
  • National Propane Gas Association The national trade association representing the United States propane industry.
  • Propane Education and Research Council A Council established to advance propane's future as a clean, safe, and superior performing alternative transportation fuel.
  • Renewable Fuels Association The national trade association for the United States ethanol industry.

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