Ohio Green Fleets

About Ohio Green Fleets

Ohio Green Fleets is a program of Clean Fuels Ohio. The goal of Ohio Green Fleets is to significantly improve the environmental performance of business and government vehicle fleets across Ohio through diesel cleanup and other strategies. We help fleets develop a comprehensive strategy for improving their environmental performance through education, funding, collaboration, and strong public-private partnerships.

Fleet Certification Process

Ohio Green Fleets consists of three core components:

  • Direct consultation with fleet managers to develop plans tailored to specific needs
  • Hands-on support with implementation, including seeking grant funding
  • Recognition of environmental leaders through a 5 star rating system based on reductions in emissions and improved fuel efficiency

For fleet managers looking to advance their environmental performance goals, it’s important to keep in mind that allies and resources exist at local, state, and federal levels. All of these resources can be brought together to make projects happen through the Ohio Green Fleets program.

Click an icon below to learn more about each Certified Ohio Green Fleet

 

AAustin Express, One-Star Green Fleet, Class 2012

AAustin Express of Ohio is a delivery fleet operating in the Dayton area. AAustin has embraced efficiency and sustainability as a key aspect of their business operations. AAustin has incorporated five (5) propane powered trucks and deployed these vehicles in their highest mileage routes to maximize the emissions benefits and cost savings that propane autogas provides. The entire diesel fleet is also equipped with automatic idle shutdown devices which turn off vehicle engines after five minutes of idling. These efficient technologies have helped eliminate hundreds of hours of unnecessary and costly idling each year. AAustin has also deployed additional strategies including speed governing technology, emission control devices, and complete GPS monitoring of their vehicles. Clean Fuels Ohio commends these efforts and is proud to certify AAustin Express as a One-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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City of Columbus, Multiple One Star Fleets

Bloom Carroll Local Schools, One-Star Green Fleet, Class 2012

The Bloom Carroll Local School District, located in Carroll, Ohio has a bus fleet that consists of 25 vehicles. Bloom Carroll has utilized funding from the Ohio and U.S. EPA to deploy technologies that reduce vehicle emissions, improve air quality for the district’s students, and save the school district money through increased fuel efficiency. The district has implemented 12 direct fire heaters to provide start-up heat to bus engines and cabins, seven (7) diesel oxidation catalysts, and seven (7) closed crankcase ventilation systems. With the installation of this equipment, Bloom Carroll’s fleet was able to significantly reduce the particulate matter, hydrocarbon, and carbon monoxide pollution in its vehicle exhaust as well as significantly decrease vehicle idling. Bloom Carroll also looks forward to further retrofitting projects throughout the 2012-2013 school year. Clean Fuels Ohio commends these efforts and is proud to certify Bloom Carroll Local Schools as a One-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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Canton Local Schools, One-Star Green Fleet, Class 2012

Located in Stark County, Canton Local Schools is a three building school district serving 2,300 students with a bus fleet of 29 vehicles. Officials at Canton Local Schools have implemented various strategies to maximize the efficiency of their bus fleet as well as help create a healthier environment for their students and community. The 29 buses in Canton Local’s fleet are fully equipped with automated heaters which reduce start-up idling used to warm bus engines and idling to heat cabin interiors. Twenty four buses in the fleet are also equipped with diesel particulate filters, diesel oxidation catalysts and crankcase filters, greatly reducing the black soot and other harmful emissions leaving the tailpipe or entering the cabin of the vehicles. In recognition of these efforts, Clean Fuels Ohio is proud to certify Canton Local Schools as a One-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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City of Dublin, One-Star Green Fleet, Class 2012

The City of Dublin, Ohio strives to provide efficient, sustainable and economically sound services to its more than 40,000 residents. The city has embraced compressed natural gas technology for its city fleet vehicles through constructing and operating its own fast-fill CNG filling station and introducing 44 CNG vehicles into the fleet. These 44 natural gas vehicles burn 70,000 gas gallon equivalents (GGEs) of fuel annually, which equals just over 30% of the City’s total annual fuel use. Dublin has also begun to implement propane fuel in their agricultural mower fleet and E85 fuel in gasoline flex-fuel vehicles. Clean Fuels Ohio commends these efforts and is proud to certify the City of Dublin as a One-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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Cowen Trucking, One-Star Green Fleet, Class 2012

Located in Perrysville, Ohio, Cowen Truck Line has embraced efficiency technologies in their fleet operations in order to mitigate raising fuel prices and maximize their vehicles’ environmental performance and efficiency. With the help of U.S. EPA grant funding, Cowen Truck Line has equipped 56 of their 58 long-haul trucks with auxiliary power units. These consist of battery operated air conditioning units and fuel operated heaters which provide the truck cabs with climate control without the engine needing to be operational. These robust efficiency strategies help reduce Cowen’s emissions output by nearly 25% and save 5.5% of annual fuel consumption—significantly improving the environmental and economic performance of these fleet vehicles. In recognition of these efforts, Clean Fuels Ohio is proud to certify Cowen Truck Line as a One-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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Northwest Local Schools, One-Star Green Fleet, Class 2012

The Northwest Local School District, located in Stark County, has a school bus fleet that consists of 22 vehicles. Northwest Local Schools has sought out funding opportunities to retrofit their buses in order to help create a healthier environment for the students and community they serve. These retrofits include 7 diesel particulate filters, 7 diesel oxidation catalysts, and 11 closed crankcase ventilation systems. With the installation of this equipment, Northwest Local’s fleet was able to significantly reduce the particulate matter, hydrocarbon, and carbon monoxide pollution in its vehicle exhaust. In addition, Northwest Local has implemented a district-wide policy that limits idling to 5 minutes or less. Such a policy keeps the school yard air clean and reduces overall fuel costs and consumption for the district’s bus fleet. Clean Fuels Ohio commends these efforts and is proud to certify Northwest Local Schools as a One-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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Sugar Creek Packing Co., One-Star Green Fleet, Class 2012

Sugar Creek Packing Co. is a diversified, flexible, and creative food manufacturer operating four facilities in Ohio which provide a wide assortment of raw and fully cooked products for domestic and international customers. Sugar Creek currently operates a fleet of 48 refrigerated trailers which haul their products throughout the state. Sugar Creek has taken a proactive stance on efficiency and has replaced 33 of its 48 trailers with hybrid electric models, which have helped to reduce 60% of the fuel used by the company’s trailers and helped significantly improve economic and environmental performance. In recognition of these efforts, Clean Fuels Ohio is proud to certify Sugar Creek Packing as a One-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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University of Toledo Transit Fleet, One-Star Green Fleet, Class 2012

The University of Toledo’s Transit Fleet provides transportation to the campus’s more than 20,000 students. The bus fleet of 13 vehicles travels approximately 177,000 miles each year throughout the 450 acre campus. In an effort to reduce emissions throughout the campus community and deploy renewable, domestic fuels, the University Toledo uses a 20% biodiesel blend to fuel their buses year round. The use of domestically produced biodiesel reduces particulate matter emissions by 20% and helps decrease the University’s dependence on imported petroleum. Because of their use of this cleaner burning fuel, Clean Fuels Ohio commends these efforts and is proud to certify the University of Toledo as a One-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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Akron Metro Regional Transit Authority, One-Star Green Fleet

Akron’s Metro Regional Transit Authority provides public transportation to Summit County, Ohio, carrying over 6 million passengers annually. Metro’s fleet consists of 198 buses, 45 of which operate on compressed natural gas. In addition to being a much cleaner burning fuel, by utilizing compressed natural gas in nearly a quarter of its vehicles Akron Metro has been able to displace a large portion of its diesel fuel consumption. Clean Fuels Ohio applauds these efforts and is proud to certify Akron Metro Regional Transit Authority as a One-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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Continental Express, One-Star Green Fleet

Specializing in refrigerated and dedicated freight, Continental Express places a strong emphasis on being an outstanding regional over-the-road carrier. With over 200 tractors and more than 400 trailers, Continental’s fleet represents a sizable investment. Continental has gone to considerable lengths to improve the efficiency of its fleet by implementing a range of different strategies—including outfitting vehicles with numerous aerodynamic technologies, reducing vehicle weight, implementing more fuel efficient tires, adopting idle reduction technologies, and introducing blended biodiesel fuel. Clean Fuels Ohio commends Continental Express for their actions and is proud to certify them as a One-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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Dominion, One-Star Green Fleet

Dominion is one of the nation’s largest producers and transporters of energy, with an extensive portfolio of generation and transmission facilities. The company operates the nation’s largest natural gas storage facility and serves retail energy customers in 12 states. Dominion operates a fleet of 1200 vehicles within Ohio, 296 of which operate on compressed natural gas making it the largest single CNG fleet in the state. Based on the emissions and petroleum reductions achieved through the deployment of these vehicles, Clean Fuels Ohio is proud to certify Dominion as a One-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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Dutch Maid Logistics, One-Star Green Fleet

Dutch Maid Logistics is a family owned and operated trucking company based in Willard, Ohio. As a third year EPA Smartway partner, Dutch Maid Logistics has reduced vehicle weight by over 900 lbs., added efficient auto-inflated tires, and accelerated the purchase of new vehicles equipped with state-of-the-art aerodynamic profiles. All Dutch Maid’s vehicles are equipped with bunk heaters to reduce idling and to further idling reductions the company has begun adding auxiliary power units to its entire fleet. In addition, Dutch Maid nearly eliminates out-of-route idling and deadhead miles through the use of routing software and improved its efficiency by employing automatically inflated, single-wide tires. Clean Fuels Ohio applauds these efforts and is pleased to recognize Dutch Maid Logistics as a One-Star Ohio Green fleet.
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Lancaster City Schools, One-Star Green Fleet

Serving its students with a fleet of 41 buses, Lancaster City Schools was awarded a grant in 2007 which allowed the entire fleet to be retrofitted with diesel oxidation catalysts. In order to combat idling, nine of the buses utilize pre-heaters, and all are programmed to shut down after more than 10 minutes idle time. These efforts have resulted in emissions reductions benefiting the health of the district’s students and earning Lancaster City Schools certification as a One-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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Marlington Local Schools, One-Star Green Fleet

Located in Alliance, Ohio, Marlington Local School district encompasses five schools serving grades K-12. With a fleet of 40 vehicles, Marlington Local Schools has worked to reduce their vehicle emissions by retrofitting 80% of their bus fleet with emissions control devices including diesel particulate filters, diesel oxidation catalysts, and closed crank case ventilation systems. These retrofits not only reduce the pollutants Marlington’s buses put into the air but also help to reduce the in-cabin emissions for its student passengers. Clean Fuels Ohio applauds these efforts and is pleased to recognize Marlington Local Schools as a One-Star Ohio Green fleet.
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ODOT District 3, One-Star Green Fleet

Serving Erie, Lorain, Huron, Crawford, Richland, Ashland, Wayne, and Medina Counties, ODOT District 3 is comprised of a fleet of more than 147 vehicles. By burning B20 biodiesel nearly 70% of the time in applicable vehicles as well as ensuring the observance of a strong anti-idling policy, ODOT District 3 has distinguished itself for environmental fleet performance. Based on this work, Clean Fuels Ohio is pleased to certify ODOT District 3 as a One-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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ODOT District 4, One-Star Green Fleet

Serving Summit, Portage, Ashtabula, Trumbull, Mahoning, and Stark Counties, ODOT District 4 is comprised of a fleet of more than 153 vehicles. By burning B20 biodiesel nearly 60% of the time in applicable vehicles as well as ensuring the observance of a strong anti-idling policy, ODOT District 4 has distinguished itself for environmental fleet performance. Based on this work, Clean Fuels Ohio is pleased to certify ODOT District 4 as a One-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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ODOT District 8, One-Star Green Fleet

Serving Preble, Butler, Hamilton, Clermont, Warren, Clinton, and Greene Counties, ODOT District 8 is comprised of a fleet of more than 147 vehicles. By burning B20 biodiesel nearly 54% of the time in applicable vehicles as well as ensuring the observance of a strong anti-idling policy, ODOT District 8 has distinguished itself for environmental fleet performance. Based on this work, Clean Fuels Ohio is pleased to certify ODOT District 8 as a One-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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ODOT District 12, One-Star Green Fleet

Serving Cuyahoga, Lake, and Geauga Counties, ODOT District 12 is comprised of a fleet of more than 74 vehicles. By burning B20 biodiesel nearly 30% of the time in applicable vehicles as well as ensuring the observance of a strong anti-idling policy, ODOT District 12 has distinguished itself for environmental fleet performance. Based on this work, Clean Fuels Ohio is pleased to certify ODOT District 12 as a One-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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ODOT District 22, One-Star Green Fleet

Serving Franklin County, ODOT District 22 is comprised of a fleet of more than 22 vehicles. By burning B20 biodiesel nearly 55% of the time in applicable vehicles as well as ensuring the observance of a strong anti-idling policy, ODOT District 22 has distinguished itself for environmental fleet performance. Based on this work, Clean Fuels Ohio is pleased to certify ODOT District 22 as a One-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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The Ohio State University Campus Area Bus Service, One-Star Green Fleet

The Ohio State University’s Campus Area Bus Service provides efficient campus-wide transportation to students, faculty, staff and visitors. The Campus Area Bus Service operates a fleet of 36 transit and paratransit buses, all of which operate on B20 biodiesel year round. By utilizing B20 biodiesel, the University is helping to support domestically produced energy sources as well as burning a cleaner fuel. Clean Fuels Ohio applauds these efforts and is proud to certify the Ohio State University Campus Area Bus Service as a One-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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South Euclid-Lyndhurst City Schools, One-Star Green Fleet

Located in Northeast Ohio, South Euclid-Lyndhurst City Schools operates a fleet of 26 active school buses to transport its students. By enforcing a strict anti-idling policy and retrofitting 14 vehicles with diesel oxidation catalysts, the district has been able to achieve significant reductions in its vehicle emissions. South Euclid-Lyndhurst City Schools’ efforts have helped clean the air and earned the district its certification as a One-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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St. Marys City Schools, One-Star Green Fleet

Located in St. Marys Ohio, St. Marys City Schools operates a fleet of 26 buses. Through its efforts, 15 of these buses have been retrofitted with diesel oxidation catalysts and closed crankcase ventilation systems, significantly reducing harmful tailpipe emissions. In addition, St. Marys operates its fleet on B20 biodiesel throughout the majority of the year—adding increased emissions benefits and as well as helping to minimize the fleet’s petroleum use. In recognition of these achievements, Clean Fuels Ohio is proud to certify St. Marys City Schools as a One-Star Ohio Green Fleet.“Our relationship with Clean Fuels has been helpful and hopefully, will pay dividends in the future. As for cost savings, our switch to B20 gave us a three quarter mile per gallon fuel economy increase which more than offset the cost differential between B20 and ULSD.” -Dan Grothause, Transportation Supervisor, St. Marys City Schools
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Vandalia-Butler City Schools, One-Star Green Fleet

Located in Vandalia Ohio, Vandalia-Butler City Schools operates a transportation fleet of 29 school buses. After receiving a grant through the Ohio EPA’s Clean Diesel School Bus program, Vandalia-Butler City Schools was able to perform a retrofit project which included the installation of 17 diesel particulate filters on their buses. These filters substantially reduce the fleet’s emissions of ultrafine particles, black carbon, PAH pollutants and visible smog from exhaust. Based on these efforts, Clean Fuels Ohio is pleased to certify Vandalia-Butler City Schools as a One-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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WBNS 10TV, One-Star Green Fleet

From its founding, WBNS Television has strived to bring Central Ohio the highest quality news and entertainment programming as well as set the standard in caring for the community. As part of this mission, WBNS Television has begun implementing policies to boost the efficiency of their fleet. By replacing the majority of their vehicles with significantly more fuel efficient models, WBNS has reduced their annual fuel consumption by nearly 35%. Such reductions in fuel consumption are also accompanied by emissions reductions, most notably carbon dioxide. Clean Fuels Ohio commends WBNS Television for these recent efforts and is proud to certify them as a One-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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Cleveland Metropolitan School District, Three-Star Green Fleet

The Cleveland Metropolitan School District serves nearly 45,000 students in the Cleveland Metropolitan Area. The School district’s transportation department is home to 302 school buses that travel a total of 20,000 miles each day. CMSD has committed to providing student transportation that is environmentally friendly and efficient. In order to achieve this goal, the district has retrofitted each of the school buses with diesel particulate filters, thus eliminating 99% of diesel particulate pollution from their vehicle exhaust. Eighteen of the district’s buses are also equipped with direct fire heaters to minimize unnecessary idling and reduce overall fuel use and costs. Clean Fuels Ohio commends these efforts and is proud to certify Cleveland Metropolitan Schools as a Three-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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Liapis Landscaping and Design, Three-Star Green Fleet

Located in Dayton Ohio, Liapis Landscaping and Design has converted 12 mowers to operate on propane fuel and plans to convert their fleet of trucks to propane autogas in the near future. Currently, more than half of all fuel used by Liapis is propane fuel. They are the first private landscape company in Ohio to make the transition to cleaner burning, domestically sourced propane fuel. By converting to propane, Liapis Landscaping will reduce their carbon emissions by nearly 70% and significantly decrease their dependence on imported petroleum. Clean Fuels Ohio commends these efforts and is proud to certify the Liapis Landscaping and Design as a Three-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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Stark Area Regional Transit Authority, Three-Star Green Fleet

The Stark Area Regional Transit Association has a tradition of excellence when it comes to fleet and environmental performance, currently utilizing 20% Bio-Diesel blends in all revenue fleet, Diesel Particulate Filters on a third of its buses, and operating four Hybrid electric buses—all helping to significantly reduce vehicle emissions. The use of Bio-Diesel along with an idling policy of five minutes or less has also helped significantly reduce the fleet’s fuel consumption. In recognition of these efforts, SARTA was recognized as a One-Star Green Fleet at last year’s awards ceremony. Since that time, SARTA has worked with Clean Fuels Ohio and Clean Energy to build the first public CNG fueling station in Stark County and has deployed 19 CNG buses (Transit and Light-Duty) into service. With the introduction and use of cleaner burning natural gas fuel into their operations, SARTA has significantly improved their environmental performance and overall Ohio Green Fleets score. In recognition of these efforts, Clean Fuels Ohio is proud to certify the Stark Area Regional Transit Authority as a Three-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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Arctic Express, Three-Star Green Fleet

Based in Hilliard, Ohio, Arctic Express specializes in refrigerated transportation, serving all 48 contiguous states.Arctic Express has taken extensive steps to reduce its fleet’s fuel consumption. The company has taken measures to reduce idling by utilizing auxiliary power units and automatic engine shutdown devices. In addition, Arctic Express has taken steps to improve vehicle efficiency by installing aerodynamic packages, reducing vehicle weight, and implementing automatic tire inflation kits to maintain optimal pressure. As a result, Arctic Express was able to save 1.9 million gallons of diesel fuel in 2007 alone.Not only has Arctic Express achieved certification as a Three-Star Ohio Green Fleet, they are an EPA Smartway carrier who has exceeded the standards for the highest designation they award.
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Bowling Green City Schools, Three-Star Green Fleet

Serving students located in Wood County including the villages of Portage, Rudolph, Milton Center & Custar, Bowling Green City Schools operates a fleet of 26 school buses. By retrofitting the entire fleet with diesel particulate filters, Bowling Green City Schools has drastically reduced emissions of ultrafine particles, black carbon, and pollutants that form visible smog. By also implementing a strict anti-idling policy, the district has also helped to further decrease vehicle emissions as well as improve the overall efficiency of its fleet. Clean Fuels Ohio commends this work and is proud to certify Bowling Green City Schools as a Three-Star Ohio Green Fleet.“Our cost savings are obviously in the area of fuel consumption. Less idling has allowed us to make our fuel purchases last longer. A truckload of fuel goes further now.” -Brian J. Whitta, Director of Transportation, Bowling Green Area Schools
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Franklin County Board of Developmental Disabilities, Three-Star Green Fleet

The mission of the Franklin County Board of Developmental Disabilities (FCBDD) is: “Helping people to live learn and work in our community.” To facilitate this mission, FCBDD operates a fleet of almost 200 diesel powered school buses. Recognizing the importance of the health of our community and those they serve, FCBDD has actively sought to improve the environmental performance of its fleet.Beginning in 2004, the FCBDD with the support of CFO and the Franklin County Commissioners, switched to a B20 biodiesel fuel blend. In 2006 FCBDD became the first user in central Ohio of Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) and FCBDD installed ultra efficient diesel particulate filters on 80 of their school buses using the Toyota Clean School Bus for Kids grant. Further collaboration between CFO and FCBDD resulted in the implementation of anti-idling policy, purchase and installation of anti-idling signs at FCBDD facilities and strategies such as engine block heaters to further reduce engine idling. Reduced idling reduces pollutants, saves fuel, saves money, and is good for everyone.Today all scheduled route buses travel with emission control devices, making FCBDD’s fleet among the cleanest of diesel school bus fleets. In 2011, FCBDD will take delivery of its first propane powered school bus, continuing its regional leadership in clean emission vehicles and alternative fuels.

Clean Fuels Ohio applauds these efforts and is proud to certify the Franklin County Board of Developmental Disabilities as a Three-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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Port Columbus International Airport, Shuttle Bus Fleet, Five-Star Green Fleet


Centrally located in Ohio with a diverse mix of air carriers, Port Columbus International Airport is the airport of choice for millions of passengers each year. To help facilitate travel for those passengers, the Airport operates an active fleet of 25 shuttle buses that run 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. In an effort to improve the environmental performance, efficiency, and cost effectiveness of this fleet, the Airport has worked with Clean Fuels Ohio since 2009 to integrate 15 propane powered shuttle busses into this fleet. By utilizing these propane vehicles, the Airport has been able to significantly reduce the particle pollution of its shuttles as well as displace nearly half of its fuel purchases with a cleaner, domestic source. With the introduction of six new propane powered shuttles this year (and even more on the way next year), Clean Fuels Ohio is proud to upgrade the Port Columbus Airport’s Shuttle Bus fleet to Five-Star Ohio Green Fleet status.
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Kenston Local Schools, Three-Star Green Fleet

Located in northeast Ohio, the Kenston School District encompasses the townships of Auburn and Bainbridge in Geauga County. To eliminate unnecessary idling, Kenston Local Schools has deployed auxiliary power units on their entire fleet. The district has received two Clean Diesel School Bus Retrofit Grants from the Ohio EPA and has retrofitted its entire fleet with diesel oxidation catalysts and closed crankcase ventilation systems to reduce emissions. In addition to these retrofits, Kenston also acquired its first hybrid electric school bus in January 2010, helping to further improve the district’s emissions profile and efficiency. Clean Fuels Ohio commends these efforts and is proud to certify Kenston Local Schools as a Three-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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Liberty Union-Thurston Local Schools, Three-Star Green Fleet

Located in Baltimore Ohio, Liberty Union-Thurston Local Schools was the first district in its area to receive a grant from the Ohio EPA to retrofit its school buses with diesel emissions controls. The district enacted a strong anti-idling program in the spring of 2005 and has been able to retrofit or replace its entire fleet of 15 buses. Because of these extensive efforts, Clean Fuels Ohio is proud to certify Liberty Union-Thurston Local Schools as a Three-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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NASA Glenn Research Center, Three-Star Green Fleet

Located near Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, the NASA Glenn Research Center is a world-class research facility that is primarily focused on space exploration and aeronautics. Glenn has research, technology, and systems development programs in space propulsion, space power, space communications, aeronautical propulsion, and microgravity science. Glenn’s fleet employs a diverse set of alternative fuels and vehicles. The alternative fuels at NASA Glenn’s disposal include: Biodiesel (B20), compressed natural gas (CNG), and ethanol (E85). Under the alternative energy focused Executive Mandates that have been issued by the current presidential administration, Glenn continually strives to improve fleet performance while decreasing usage of petroleum products and emissions.Glenn recently entered into a one year pilot partnership with the local EPA to allow their E85 vehicles to be fueled at GRC’s onsite fueling station. In the near future, NASA Glenn will install an E85 tank at its Plum Brook satellite station that’s located approximately 50 miles from its main campus. As a result of such alternative fuel based initiatives, Glenn has received national recognition for two consecutive years as a top 40 Government Green fleet. NASA Glenn’s success has been supported by Clean Fuels Ohio, as they have fostered a healthy relationship with Glenn by being available to them as a resource for industry knowledge and best practice information. Clean Fuels Ohio applauds NASA Glenn Research Center’s commitment to alternative fuel usage, and is proud to certify them as a Three-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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ODOT District 9, Three-Star Green Fleet

Serving Adams, Brown, Highland, Jackson, Lawrence, Pike, Ross, and Scioto Counties, ODOT District 9 is comprised of a fleet of more than 111 vehicles. By burning B20 biodiesel nearly 87% of the time in applicable vehicles as well as ensuring the observance of a strong anti-idling policy, ODOT District 9 has distinguished itself for environmental fleet performance. Based on this work, Clean Fuels Ohio is pleased to certify ODOT District 9 as a Three-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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ODOT District 11, Three-Star Green Fleet

Serving Belmont, Carroll, Columbiana, Harrison, Holmes, Jefferson, and Tuscarawas counties, ODOT District 11 is comprised of a fleet of more than 120 vehicles. By burning B20 biodiesel nearly 100% of the time in applicable vehicles as well as implementing a strict anti-idling policy, District 11 has distinguished itself above and beyond its peers. In recognition of these efforts, Clean Fuels Ohio is please to certify ODOT District 11 as a Three-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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Portage Area Regional Transit Authority (PARTA) , Three-Star Green Fleet

PARTA strives to provide transportation services that improve regional air quality, economic vitality and quality of life. In this regard, PARTA has fueled its vehicles with a 5% biodiesel blend as well as employed biobased engine oils and fuel additives in its vehicles for the past 5 years. In addition to these petroleum displacement strategies, the majority of PARTA’s vehicles are equipped with emissions control devices including diesel particulate filters, exhaust gas recirculation and closed crankcase ventilation systems. Clean Fuels Ohio commends these efforts and is proud to certify the Portage Area Regional Transit Authority as a Three-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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Westerville City Schools, Three-Star Green Fleet

Serving a culturally and economically diverse area in northeastern Franklin County, Westerville City Schools educates approximately 14,250 students a year making it the 10th-largest district in Ohio. Beyond their reputation for academic excellence, Westerville City Schools have gone to great lengths to reduce their bus emissions, improving air quality for their students as well as the residents of central Ohio. By retrofitting nearly two-thirds of their buses with diesel particulate filters (DPFs) and implementing wide scale anti-idling strategies, Westerville City Schools have drastically reduced their emissions of ultrafine particles, black carbon, PAH pollutants and visible smog from exhaust. Clean Fuels Ohio commends this excellent work and is proud to certify Westerville City Schools as a Three-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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Bexley Beat Shuttle Bus Service, Five-Star Green Fleet

The Bexley Beat provides shuttle services throughout the Columbus Metropolitan Area to Bexley residents. In order to reduce emissions and fuel costs, the Bexley Beat has converted three of its four vehicles to operate on propane autogas. Through the implementation of these propane vehicles, Bexley Beat has been able to significantly improve the environmental performance of its shuttles as well as displace nearly all of its fuel purchases with a cleaner, domestic propane autogas fuel. Clean Fuels Ohio commends these efforts and is proud to certify the Bexley Beat as a Five-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority (RTA), Five-Star Green Fleet

The Greater Dayton RTA has made clear strides to improve its fleet’s overall environmental performance and efficiency. More than a quarter of the RTA’s runs are carried out by 52 electric trolleys; vehicles which completely eliminate petroleum fuel consumption and tailpipe emissions. In addition to electric trolleys, the Dayton RTA currently employs 10 electric hybrid buses and plans to have an additional 10 hybrids operating by October. By November 2010, more than a quarter of the RTA’s remaining diesel bus fleet will be 2007 or newer coaches equipped with the latest emission control systems. The RTA has also begun to size its fleet for greater efficiency, moving to medium duty vehicles for Para-Transit operations. All tolled, these strategies help the RTA reduce nearly 400,000 gallons of fuel annually. Based on these efforts, Clean Fuels Ohio is proud to certify the Dayton RTA as a Five-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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MedCorp, Inc., Five-Star Green Fleet

With a fleet of more than 100 Emergency Medical Services (EMS) vehicles, MedCorp currently serves Northwest and Central Ohio as well as parts of Southeast Michigan. MedCorp strives to provide a range of quality medical services to meet community needs. As part of these efforts, MedCorp has converted over 80% of its EMS vehicles to run on propane. The economic and environmental benefits of propane have impressed MedCorp so much that they have created a whole new division, MedCorp Green, which specializes in the distribution and installation of EPA-certified propane conversion systems. Clean Fuels Ohio is proud to certify MedCorp Inc. as a Five-Star Ohio Green Fleet and applauds both their initiative and example.
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Schwan’s Home Service, Five-Star Green Fleet

Schwan’s Home Service is a multibillion-dollar company with 18,000 employees that specializes in frozen foods, providing home delivery as well as grocery products. Schwan’s is committed to operating an environmentally sustainable fleet. Ninety-eight percent of the vehicles that Schwan’s operates in Ohio run on dedicated propane fuel systems. Because these vehicles deliver food to homes, the use of cleaner-burning propane fuel helps to promote healthier neighborhoods across Ohio. Schwan’s has long been a leader in implementing alternative fuels, and has also developed its own company, Bi-Phase Technologies, which specializes in the installation of propane fuel systems. Clean Fuels Ohio recognizes these longstanding achievements and is proud to certify Schwan’s Home Service as a Five-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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Village Catering, Five-Star Green Fleet

Located in New Boston, Ohio, Village Catering logs approximately 1 million miles per year providing Meals on Wheels service in southeastern and southern Ohio. Village Catering is constantly on the move, providing 800 meals a day, six days a week to feed homebound and disabled residents throughout the region. Sixteen of their 20 delivery vehicles have been converted to run on dedicated propane systems—displacing large volumes of petroleum and providing cleaner emissions for the residents they serve. Based on these efforts, Clean Fuels Ohio is proud to certify Village Catering as a Five-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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Wood County District Public Library, Five-Star Green Fleet

Serving the city of Bowling Green and surrounding areas, the Wood County District Public Library provides access to literature, information and experiences that enrich the community. One of the main vehicles the Library uses to accomplish this mission is a rolling Bookmobile which delivers library materials to students and the community at large. While only operating a small fleet of vehicles, the Library has had the vision to ensure that its Bookmobile runs on dedicated compressed natural gas power. Fueled overnight with a small refueling system at the library facilities, the Wood County Library’s CNG Bookmobile serves as a model to the community, not only sharing ideas and information but helping to improve energy security and air quality as well. Based on these efforts, Clean Fuels Ohio is proud to certify the Wood County Public Library as a Five-Star Ohio Green Fleet.
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What We Are

Clean Fuels Ohio is a member of Clean Cities and is a statewide non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the use of cleaner, domestic fuels and efficient vehicles to the transportation industry, government, and the general public.  Through programs like Ohio Green Fleets, we provide technical support to transportation professionals, advocate for sustainable transportation energy policies, and serve as a resource clearinghouse.

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Board of Directors

Sam Spofforth,  Executive Director

Sam Spofforth has served as Executive Director of Clean Fuels Ohio since the organization’s founding in 2002. Under Spofforth’s leadership, Clean Fuels Ohio has become the “go to” resource in Ohio for cleaner fuels, vehicles and energy-saving transportation technologies that reduce pollution, increase American energy security and strengthen Ohio’s economy.  Spofforth was named the U.S. Department of Energy’s national Clean Cities Coordinator of the Year in 2007 and Midwest Clean Cities Coordinator of the Year in 2004. He is President of Transportation Energy Partners, a national non-profit that serves as an umbrella organization for many of the nation's 80+ Clean Cities coalitions and educates policy makers and others on transportation energy issues. He serves on the Ohio Environmental Education Fund Advisory Council and Columbus Mayor Michael Coleman “Green Team,” among other groups. Spofforth holds a Bachelor’s degree from Hiram College and a Masters in Public Administration from the University of Pennsylvania. (614) 884-7336 Sam@cleanfuelsohio.org Follow my Tweets! ^SS

Andrew Conley,  Program Director

Andrew Conley oversees the day to day management of the Ohio Green Fleets program for Clean Fuels Ohio, working to help fleets reduce harmful vehicle emissions and petroleum dependence, helping fleets secure project funding, and designating fleets who are leaders in deploying green technologies and practices. Since he joined the Clean Fuels Ohio staff in November 2008, he has worked to develop both the public policy and Ohio Green Fleets programs for Clean Fuels Ohio. Conley previously coordinated Corps Development for City Year Columbus, where he was charged with administering programs for 38 diverse AmeriCorps members. Conley holds dual Bachelor’s degrees in History and Comparative Religious Studies from Wright State University. (614) 884-7336 Andrew@cleanfuelsohio.org Follow my Tweets! ^AC

Cynthia Maves,  Director of Grant Administration

Cynthia Maves oversees grant administration of more than $14 million in funding from the U.S. Dept. of Energy, U.S. EPA and Ohio Dept. of Transportation. Maves leads project development for electric vehicles and charging infrastructure. Maves also leads the marketing campaigns for CFO’s Recovery Act projects and Ohio’s electric vehicle readiness initiative. Prior to joining Clean Fuels Ohio, Maves worked as a consultant for a solar energy firm and as an attorney with the State Medical Board of Ohio.  While serving as a director of a community bank in Indiana, Maves led the effort to build the first LEED-certified bank branch in Indiana. Maves serves on the board of the Friends of COSI. She graduated with a B.A. from DePauw University and a J.D. from Indiana University at Bloomington. (614) 884-7336  Cynthia@cleanfuelsohio.org Follow my Tweets! ^CM

Dr. Jerry Hutton,  Director Gaseous Fuels Transportation Partnership

Dr. Jerrold L. Hutton, former member of the CFO Board of Directors, joined the Clean Fuels Ohio staff in autumn of 2011. Dr. Hutton has previous worked as the Dean of Hocking College’s Logan Ohio Campus where he was responsible for the construction of this USGBC LEED Platinum facility and management of all aspects of the Hocking College Energy Institute. From 1990 through 2003, Jerrold worked internationally for various companies as a sales engineer travelling to South America, Mexico, the Pacific Rim, and Europe. He has presented articles with such distinguished organizations as Society of Automotive Engineers, Natural Gas America, American Gas Association, BIT Bio Energy Associations, International Natural Gas Vehicle Group, the Ohio Fuel Cell Coalition, and Green Energy Ohio.  He holds a B.S. from Weber State University in Automotive Engineering and Technology, a Master of Education degree from Ohio University in College Technical Education, and a Ph.D. in Higher Education Leadership from Capella University. (614) 884-7336 Jerry@CleanFuelsOhio.org Follow my Tweets! ^JH

Jason Phillips, Policy Director 

Jason Phillips joined Clean Fuels Ohio in July, 2012 as Policy Director.  He is responsible for working with officials at the Federal, State and Local levels as well as with stakeholders to create sound policy regarding alternative transportation fuels.  Prior to joining Clean Fuels Ohio, he worked on Capitol Square for over 14 years.  Phillips graduated from Ohio State University in 1997 with a B.A. in Political Science. (614) 884-7336 Jason@CleanFuelsOhio.org Follow my Tweets! ^JP

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Pete Johnsen,  Administration and Finance Associate

Pete Johnsen is responsible for coordinating accounting, IT, and other administrative needs for CFO. Johnsen has extensive experience in the nonprofit sector, including 12 years as a staff member with the Ohio Environmental Council and service as past Vice President for Forty Plus of Central Ohio. Johnsen currently serves on the board for EarthShare Ohio. Johnsen holds a B.A. in Geography from Miami University and an M.S. in Environmental Studies from Ohio University. (614) 884-7336 Pete@cleanfuelsohio.org Follow my Tweets! ^PJ

Beth Lamb,  Communications and Program Manager

Beth Lamb joined the Clean Fuels Ohio team in June 2011 as a program coordinator for the Ohio Green Fleets Program. She assists with program outreach, events, and ongoing social network development. Her previous experience included work within the Ohio Department of Agriculture's Office of Communication, focusing on social network development, media relations, event planning and design work. She also worked at The Ohio State University, College of Food, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences in the Office of Prospective Student Services. A 2009 graduate of The Ohio State University, Beth holds a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture with a major in Agricultural Communication. (614) 884-7336 beth@cleanfuelsohio.org Follow my Tweets! ^BL

Megan Stein,  Grants Manager

Megan Stein joined the Clean Fuels Ohio team in January 2010 as a Program Coordinator for the Department of Energy Clean Cities project—the Ohio Advanced Transportation Partnership. Stein’s previous experience includes work with two non-profit environmental advocacy organizations. With the Friends of the Lower Olentangy Watershed (FLOW), she worked on education, outreach and the development of volunteer activities aimed at keeping the Olentangy River and tributaries clean and safe. At The Ohio Environmental Council (OEC), she participated in the Diesel Emission Reduction grant project. A 2009 graduate of Otterbein College, Stein holds a BA degree in Sociology, with a focus on environment and sustainability issues. (614) 884-7336 Megan@cleanfuelsohio.org Follow my Tweets! ^MS 

Charlene Brenner,  Grants Coordinator

Charlene Brenner joined the Clean Fuels Ohio (CFO) team in 2011 as a Grants Coordinator providing grant administration support and assisting CFO’s many grant funders and partners. She is instrumental in organizational grants development and has worked extensively with Maves on CFO’s Drive Electric Ohio electric vehicle readiness and planning initiative. Brenner’s previous experience includes work with the Supreme Court of Ohio where her research focused on a variety of legal issues pending before the Court. She graduated with a B.A. in Political Science from Kenyon College and also earned a J.D. from The Ohio State University. (614) 884-7336 Charlene@cleanfuelsohio.org Follow my Tweets! ^CB  

Lucas DuSablon,  Development Coordinator

Lucas joined the Clean Fuels Ohio staff in the summer of 2011 as a Program Assistant through CFO's Student Internship Program, assisting former Development Director Jill Herbst in her day to day efforts. He currently is responsible for implementing the overall development strategy for CFO which includes overseeing membership, outreach and fundraising efforts. A 2012 graudate of The Ohio State University, Lucas holds a B.A. in Philosophy. (614) 884-7336 Lucas@CleanFuelsOhio.org Follow my Tweets! ^LD 
Dale Arnold, Chair Contact Dale Arnold has been Director of Energy Services for the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation since 1995. Dale represents farm, small business and residential energy consumers on Customer Choice Advisory Boards with American Electric Power, Columbia Gas, and Vectren. He has participated in several Public Utilities Commission of Ohio working groups concerning electric infrastructure and gas pipelines. Dale currently serves as a member of both the Ohio Department of Development’s (ODOD) Wind Working Group and Biomass Task Force, participates in the Ohio Consumers Counsel Low Income Consumer Advocacy Group, and serves as a board member of Green Energy Ohio and the Ohio Energy Project. In 2002, Governor Bob Taft appointed Dale to the State of Ohio Public Benefits Advisory Board. The Board governs the Partial Income Payment Program (PIPP), that helps low income customers control their energy costs. In 2007, Governor Ted Strickland reappointed Dale to the board, and he now serves as chairman.
Mary McCarron, Contact Mary McCarron has been involved with Clean Fuels Ohio since 2001 and is dedicated to promoting the wide-spread use of alternative fuels. Mary has promoted renewable energy and energy efficiency to Ohio's schools as the EnergySmart Schools Coordinator with Ohio Energy Project. She is currently the Public Involvement Manager at Ohio Environmental Protection Agency and fills state vehicles with E85 whenever she gets a chance. Mary has a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Education and Communication from the Ohio State University. Mary currently serves on the CFO board of directors.
Kathleen Burke Kathleen Burke is currently a Senior Account Manager with Ferrellgas Propane. Her responsibilities include: growing and maintaining industrial, commercial, and residential market share within the Ohio Valley Region; mentoring new Account Managers throughout the organization; and developing new markets for the use of propane as an alternative fuel source. In 1998, Kathleen entered the propane industry at Ferrellgas. As an eleven year veteran, she has achieved the President’s Club Award (top three national Account Managers) ten times, and is ranked first in all measurable sales categories at Ferrellgas currently and for the last seven years. Kathleen has recently focused on the promotion of propane as an alternative engine fuel, reducing carbon footprints, and providing a lower cost per gallon fuel for the fleet industry.
Bill Burns Bill Burns has 26 years of fleet management experience, serving the past four as Fleet Operations Manager for the City of Columbus. In this role, Bill oversees the work of 120 fleet employees and the operations of over 6200 vehicles. Bill has also been an advocate for many of the city’s green initiatives, including implementing the first anti-idling policy and the development of the city’s first comprehensive green fleet policy that includes the use of biodiesel, E85, hybrids, and CNG. Bill is the 2008 recipient of the Mayor’s Award for Excellence for Outstanding Job Performance for his oversight work of the city’s $27 million fleet facility that encompasses many green energy concepts.
Bill Schottenstein Mr. Schottenstein, a native of Columbus, graduated with honors from the Wharton School of Finance and Commerce of the University of Pennsylvania. He attended New York University Law School and graduated from The Ohio State University College or Law. A member of the New York Bar, he practiced with the firm Otterbourg Steindler Houston and Rosen and the firm of Burns Jackson Miller Summit and Spitzer, both in New York City, before forming Arshot investment Corporation in 1982.  Arshot Investment Corporation and its affiliate, Lion Real Estate Services, engages in activities which include real estate development, investment, management, construction and leasing. Arshot and its affiliates conduct a wide range of real estate activities involving high-end commercial, residential, office and industrial development.
Graham Bailey Graham Bailey has been employed with Vectren Corporation for four years, holding multiple positions within the marketing and sales department. As account manager of economic development, he works with local, regional and state economic development organizations in both Indiana and Ohio. Bailey works with both Indiana and Ohio to develop and secure revenue/margin growth opportunities by encouraging the attraction and retention of major industrial customers, through the execution of Vectren’s economic development strategy.Bailey earned his Bachelor’s degree from Wabash College in Crawfordsville, Indiana.
Laura Koprowski Laura Koprowski serves as Director of Public and Government Affairs for the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission (MORPC). In this role, Laura oversees advocating MORPC’s policy agenda and objectives, including the development of effective methods to enhance the organization’s visibility and image among internal and external stakeholders, MORPC membership, the media, policymakers, and the public at large. She also serves as the lead staff member for MORPC’s Regional Policy Roundtable, which has a membership of diverse interests and representation of the central Ohio region including local governments, businesses, non-profits, and citizens and provides a strong voice on policy and legislative matters. Laura actively participates in several community and professional groups including Columbus Metropolitan Club, Sustainable Grandview, Columbus Partnership’s Federal Funds Committee, Mid-Ohio Development Exchange (MODE), Central Ohio Public Information Network (COPIN), Ohio Association of Regional Councils, and Grandview Heights PTO.
Steve Lindsay   Steve Lindsay, of Lindsay Automotive/CNG Trans in Columbus, Ohio is a champion for Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), promoting the four fundamental benefits: Cleaner, Domestic Jobs, Reduced Foreign Oil, and Monetary Savings. Mr. Lindsay's business background includes real estate, start ups, and is currently Ohio's largest single point automobile dealer (All Brands). With an extensive background in automotive, he has seen the sacrifices fleets and consumers have made to allow for higher and higher fuel costs, and views CNG as the only viable alternative fuel in the transportation sector. Additionally, Mr. Lindsay currently serves on the Clean Fuels Ohio Board, the Columbus 2020 Regional Energy Advisory Committee and uses CNG for daily transportation
Lou Luedtke,Treasurer Lou combines more than 35 years of specialized engineering skills and knowledge about advanced technologies with innovative business leadership expertise, skills he is putting to use in a new venture called BerryHill Partners LLC. BerryHill, a technology development company, allows Lou to cross industry boundaries and work in a variety of sectors including composites, advanced and renewable energy. In his previous position as CEO and President of the National Composite Center (NCC), Lou established the Center as a quick commercialization agent, manufacturing accelerator, and business incubator for the advanced materials industry. In 1999, Lou was selected to take NCC from the role of research and development to active commercialization of new production level composite manufacturing process and products. Today, Lou’s vision and efforts are focused on continuing to advance the establishment of breakthrough technologies that have the capability to nurture long term growth for Ohio.
Bill McGlinchey, Secretary Bill McGlinchey has over 40 years of technical automotive experience, the last 25 of which have been dedicated to alternative fuels. His background is in training and teaching and most recently, he has focused on alternative fuels curriculum development and grant writing. He retired from West Virginia University’s National Alternative Fuels Training Consortium in June of 2002. He has since formed his own consulting company, AFV International, LLC, and began offering alternative fuel services internationally as the United States. He has completed assignments abroad with the DOE’s Clean Cities International program and authored his third book on alternative fuels, a study guide for CNG technicians. While serving on the American Gas Association’s original NGV-3 task force, Bill helped to establish automotive conversion system standards. More recently, Bill lent his expertise to the Natural Gas Vehicle Coalition’s NGV-2 Taskforce on cylinder inspection protocols. He also serves with the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) to help develop alternative fuel technician and training program certification and has numerous published articles and papers.
Jim Durand Dr. Durand is a Research Specialist at The Ohio State University Center for Automotive Research. He is an expert in the design, modeling and optimization of energy systems and has over 30 years of industrial and academic experience with a focus on alternative energy and automotive systems. Dr. Durand also has a strong background in policy with a degree in Technology & Policy from MIT, as well as practical policy experience in a state solar office in the early 1980s, and a public utility commission in the late 1980s. Dr. Durand has also been involved in numerous startups. For example, he was a key member of a engineering startup  company which began with 2 employees and built up to a $5M business with 50 employees. When he left, Dr. Durand was the manager of the marketing department. Recently, Dr. Durand has led the startup of an engineering program at a small woman’s college (Sweet Briar College), and has led a team of women engineering students in the design and construction of a water development project in a remote region of Guatemala. Dr. Durand has also led the startup of a multidisciplinary program at the University of Virginia to design and build conversions of conventional cars to electric drive. At CAR, Dr. Durand is leading the effort to increase CAR’s testing and engineering services business, and is also involved in preparing research proposals and assisting in commercializing new technologies developed by CAR.
Dr. Andrew Rezin Dr. Rezin earned a Ph.D. from the Ohio State University in Education. His primary area of academic research has been focused on industry partnerships with education and their impact on career success of graduates. Andy has served as a Department Chair at Columbus State Community College in Columbus Ohio for the past 16 years with his scope of responsibility growing over time to his present department, Automotive & Applied Technologies, which houses four separate disciplines and serves more than 1,800 students annually. Prior to his service at Columbus State, Dr. Rezin spent six years in corporate and 14 years in dealership service management, a background that encompasses experience for auto manufacturers, local dealerships, and automotive education. An accomplished presenter, Andy presents annually at national and international educational conferences on such diverse topics as change, leadership, and the importance of industry partnerships. He has worked to build and develop a service management curriculum to help meet the need of automotive service education. In 2009, his text, “Service Management: Principles into Practice” was published by Prentice-Hall.
Richard Smith Richard Smith III retired in 2009 from his position as Executive Vice President of NetJets Aviation, Inc. after 31 years of service. At the time of his retirement Richard was advising the Office of the Chairman on the company’s flight operations, security, and maintenance activities. During his time with NetJets, Richard served as a Line Pilot, Director of Pilot Training, Director of Flight Operations, and Columbus Base Manager prior to become Executive Vice President in 1991. As Executive VP, Richard oversaw NetJets’ Columbus operations, achieving 30% growth per year for at least five consecutive years. Richard also assisted in establishing NetJets’ Climate Initiative and coordinated the company’s central Ohio philanthropic activities.
Doyle Sumrall Doyle Sumrall is the Senior Director of Business Development at the National Truck Equipment Corp. He has served as the Vice President of Operations at STAHL and as the Director of Engineering & Operations at Waltco Truck Equipment Company. With a background in engineering and career dedicated to trucking, Doyle's expertise spans the intricacies of the industry.
Adam Ward Adam Ward is the Executive Director of the Ohio Soybean Association and Director of Marketing and Outreach for the Ohio Soybean Council. Ward oversees the grassroots membership activities of the Association, which includes, but is not limited to, member communications, lobbying, and fundraising. For the Ohio Soybean Council, Ward oversees projects relating to the domestic utilization of soybeans. Among those in Ward's portfolio - biodiesel, bio-based product, and livestock production promotional programs. Prior to joining Ohio Soybean, Ward served as Assistant to the Energy Advisor at the Ohio Air Quality Development Authority and Director of Legislative Affairs for the Ohio Department of Agriculture. Ward is a graduate of Capital University.

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Sam Spofforth, Executive Director

Sam Spofforth has served as Executive Director of Clean Fuels Ohio since the organization’s founding in 2002. Under Spofforth’s leadership, Clean Fuels Ohio has become the “go to” resource in Ohio for cleaner fuels, vehicles and energy-saving transportation technologies that reduce pollution, increase American energy security and strengthen Ohio’s economy. Spofforth was named the U.S. Department of Energy’s national Clean Cities Coordinator of the Year in 2007 and Midwest Clean Cities Coordinator of the Year in 2004. He is President of Transportation Energy Partners, a national non-profit that serves as an umbrella organization for many of the nation's 80+ Clean Cities coalitions and educates policy makers and others on transportation energy issues. He serves on the Ohio Environmental Education Fund Advisory Council and Columbus Mayor Michael Coleman “Green Team,” among other groups. Spofforth holds a Bachelor’s degree from Hiram College and a Masters in Public Administration from the University of Pennsylvania. (614) 884-7336 Sam@cleanfuelsohio.org

Andrew Conley, Program Director

Andrew Conley oversees the day to day management of the Ohio Green Fleets program for Clean Fuels Ohio, working to help fleets reduce harmful vehicle emissions and petroleum dependence, helping fleets secure project funding, and designating fleets who are leaders in deploying green technologies and practices. Since he joined the Clean Fuels Ohio staff in November 2008, he has worked to develop both the public policy and Ohio Green Fleets programs for Clean Fuels Ohio. Conley previously coordinated Corps Development for City Year Columbus, where he was charged with administering programs for 38 diverse AmeriCorps members. Conley holds dual Bachelor’s degrees in History and Comparative Religious Studies from Wright State University. (614) 884-7336 Andrew@cleanfuelsohio.org


Cynthia Maves, Director of Grant Administration

Cynthia Maves oversees grant administration for Clean Fuels Ohio’s $11 million U.S. Dept. of Energy grant and the $1 million U.S. EPA grant. Maves also leads project development for electric vehicles and charging infrastructure. Prior to joining Clean Fuels Ohio, Maves worked as a consultant for a solar energy firm and as an attorney with the State Medical Board of Ohio. While serving as a director of a community bank in Indiana, Maves led the effort to build the first LEED-certified bank branch in Indiana. Maves serves on the board of the Friends of COSI. She graduated with a B.A. from DePauw University and a J.D. from Indiana University at Bloomington. (614) 884-7336 Cynthia@cleanfuelsohio.org


Dr. Jerry Hutton, Director Gaseous Fuels Transportation Partnership

Dr. Jerrold L. Hutton, former member of the CFO Board of Directors, joined the Clean Fuels Ohio staff in autumn of 2011. Dr. Hutton has previous worked as the Dean of Hocking College’s Logan Ohio Campus where he was responsible for the construction of this USGBC LEED Platinum facility and management of all aspects of the Hocking College Energy Institute. From 1990 through 2003, Jerrold worked internationally for various companies as a sales engineer travelling to South America, Mexico, the Pacific Rim, and Europe. He has presented articles with such distinguished organizations as Society of Automotive Engineers, Natural Gas America, American Gas Association, BIT Bio Energy Associations, International Natural Gas Vehicle Group, the Ohio Fuel Cell Coalition, and Green Energy Ohio. He holds a B.S. from Weber University in Automotive Engineering and Technology, a Master of Education degree from Ohio University in College Technical Education, and a Ph.D. in Higher Education Leadership from Capella University. (614) 884-7336 Jerry@CleanFuelsOhio.org

Jason Phillips, Policy Director

Jason Phillips joined Clean Fuels Ohio in July, 2012 as Policy Director. He is responsible for working with officials at the Federal, State and Local levels as well as with stakeholders to create sound policy regarding alternative transportation fuels. Prior to joining Clean Fuels Ohio, he worked on Capitol Square for over 14 years. Phillips graduated from Ohio State University in 1997 with a B.A. in Political Science. (614) 884-7336 Jason@CleanFuelsOhio.org










Pete Johnsen, Administration and Finance Associate

Pete Johnsen is responsible for coordinating accounting, IT, and other administrative needs for CFO. Johnsen has extensive experience in the nonprofit sector, including 12 years as a staff member with the Ohio Environmental Council and service as past Vice President for Forty Plus of Central Ohio. Johnsen currently serves on the board for EarthShare Ohio. Johnsen holds a B.A. in Geography from Miami University and an M.S. in Environmental Studies from Ohio University. (614) 884-7336 Pete@cleanfuelsohio.org




Beth Lamb, Communications and Program Manager

Beth Lamb joined the Clean Fuels Ohio team in June 2011 as a program coordinator for the Ohio Green Fleets Program. She assists with program outreach, events, and ongoing social network development. Her previous experience included work within the Ohio Department of Agriculture's Office of Communication, focusing on social network development, media relations, event planning and design work. She also worked at The Ohio State University, College of Food, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences in the Office of Prospective Student Services. A 2009 graduate of The Ohio State University, Beth holds a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture with a major in Agricultural Communication. (614) 884-7336 beth@cleanfuelsohio.org


Megan Stein, Grants Manager

Megan Stein joined the Clean Fuels Ohio team in January 2010 as a Program Coordinator for the Department of Energy Clean Cities project—the Ohio Advanced Transportation Partnership. Stein’s previous experience includes work with two non-profit environmental advocacy organizations. With the Friends of the Lower Olentangy Watershed (FLOW), she worked on education, outreach and the development of volunteer activities aimed at keeping the Olentangy River and tributaries clean and safe. At The Ohio Environmental Council (OEC), she participated in the Diesel Emission Reduction grant project. A 2009 graduate of Otterbein College, Stein holds a BA degree in Sociology, with a focus on environment and sustainability issues. (614) 884-7336 Megan@cleanfuelsohio.org


Charlene Brenner, Grants Coordinator

Charlene began her involvement with Clean Fuels Ohio as a volunteer in 2011 and has since joined the full time staff. Her duties primarily involve support for grant administration and assisting our many grant funders and partners. Charlene graduated from Kenyon College in 1993 with a B.A. in Political Science and also earned a J.D. from The Ohio State University in 1996. (614) 884-7336 Charlene@cleanfuelsohio.org




Lucas DuSablon, Development Coordinator

Lucas joined the Clean Fuels Ohio staff in the summer of 2011 as a Program Assistant through CFO's Student Internship Program, assisting former Development Director Jill Herbst in her day to day efforts. He currently is responsible for implementing the overall development strategy for CFO which includes overseeing membership, outreach and fundraising efforts. A 2012 graudate of The Ohio State University, Lucas holds a B.A. in Philosophy. (614) 884-7336 Lucas@CleanFuelsOhio.org


Mary McCarron, Chair Contact Mary McCarron has been involved with Clean Fuels Ohio since 2001 and is dedicated to promoting the wide-spread use of alternative fuels. Mary has promoted renewable energy and energy efficiency to Ohio's schools as the EnergySmart Schools Coordinator with Ohio Energy Project. She is currently the Public Involvement Manager at Ohio Environmental Protection Agency and fills state vehicles with E85 whenever she gets a chance. Mary has a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Education and Communication from the Ohio State University. Mary currently serves on the CFO board of directors.
Dale Arnold, Secretary Contact Dale Arnold has been Director of Energy Services for the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation since 1995. Dale represents farm, small business and residential energy consumers on Customer Choice Advisory Boards with American Electric Power, Columbia Gas, and Vectren. He has participated in several Public Utilities Commission of Ohio working groups concerning electric infrastructure and gas pipelines. Dale currently serves as a member of both the Ohio Department of Development’s (ODOD) Wind Working Group and Biomass Task Force, participates in the Ohio Consumers Counsel Low Income Consumer Advocacy Group, and serves as a board member of Green Energy Ohio and the Ohio Energy Project. In 2002, Governor Bob Taft appointed Dale to the State of Ohio Public Benefits Advisory Board. The Board governs the Partial Income Payment Program (PIPP), that helps low income customers control their energy costs. In 2007, Governor Ted Strickland reappointed Dale to the board, and he now serves as chairman.
Kathleen Burke Kathleen Burke is currently a Senior Account Manager with Ferrellgas Propane. Her responsibilities include: growing and maintaining industrial, commercial, and residential market share within the Ohio Valley Region; mentoring new Account Managers throughout the organization; and developing new markets for the use of propane as an alternative fuel source. In 1998, Kathleen entered the propane industry at Ferrellgas. As an eleven year veteran, she has achieved the President’s Club Award (top three national Account Managers) ten times, and is ranked first in all measurable sales categories at Ferrellgas currently and for the last seven years. Kathleen has recently focused on the promotion of propane as an alternative engine fuel, reducing carbon footprints, and providing a lower cost per gallon fuel for the fleet industry.
Bill Burns Bill Burns has 26 years of fleet management experience, serving the past four as Fleet Operations Manager for the City of Columbus. In this role, Bill oversees the work of 120 fleet employees and the operations of over 6200 vehicles. Bill has also been an advocate for many of the city’s green initiatives, including implementing the first anti-idling policy and the development of the city’s first comprehensive green fleet policy that includes the use of biodiesel, E85, hybrids, and CNG. Bill is the 2008 recipient of the Mayor’s Award for Excellence for Outstanding Job Performance for his oversight work of the city’s $27 million fleet facility that encompasses many green energy concepts.
Ed Canter Ed Canter started working at Englefield Oil Company in 1980 as a Fuel Truck Driver. Since that time, he has held the positions of Sales, Fuel Manager, and currently serves as the Vice President in charge of Lube and Fuel Sales including six unattended fleet fueling Sites. In the past few years, Ed had a vision to add biodiesel to commercial fueling locations. This was a new concept that had not been utilized in the state of Ohio. Recently, the first of these stations opened, offering alternative fuels to commercial fleets and the general public. Ed has been an active supporter of CFO efforts to educate fleet managers and others about the benefits of using biodiesel fuel.
Randy Cech Randy Cech is currently the Senior Account Manager of Vectren Energy Delivery of Ohio. Randy, an Ohio native, has been actively involved with Clean Fuels Ohio since he first suggested Vectren become members in October 2009. Concurrently, he is active with the Washington D.C. based Energy Solutions Center (ESC) and their Natural Gas Vehicle workgroup. He has been working with dozens of other utility professionals throughout North America in advancing Natural Gas Vehicles. Randy is excited that the current economic case for NGVs is very strong. Prior to joining Vectren, Randy served as national sales manager for a number of companies. Throughout his career he has worked with pioneering new markets and introducing efficient technologies. Currently, Randy is on the Board of Directors of Camp Graham, a 4-H facility in Clarksville OH. Previously, he served on the manufacturers’ council for the Energy Solutions Center. Randy has worked in a number of professional training and development organizations in marketing, leadership and organizational development and as a facilitator of programs.
Laura Koprowski Laura Koprowski serves as Director of Public and Government Affairs for the Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission (MORPC). In this role, Laura oversees advocating MORPC’s policy agenda and objectives, including the development of effective methods to enhance the organization’s visibility and image among internal and external stakeholders, MORPC membership, the media, policymakers, and the public at large. She also serves as the lead staff member for MORPC’s Regional Policy Roundtable, which has a membership of diverse interests and representation of the central Ohio region including local governments, businesses, non-profits, and citizens and provides a strong voice on policy and legislative matters. Laura actively participates in several community and professional groups including Columbus Metropolitan Club, Sustainable Grandview, Columbus Partnership’s Federal Funds Committee, Mid-Ohio Development Exchange (MODE), Central Ohio Public Information Network (COPIN), Ohio Association of Regional Councils, and Grandview Heights PTO.
Steve Lindsay
Lou Luedtke Lou combines more than 35 years of specialized engineering skills and knowledge about advanced technologies with innovative business leadership expertise, skills he is putting to use in a new venture called BerryHill Partners LLC. BerryHill, a technology development company, allows Lou to cross industry boundaries and work in a variety of sectors including composites, advanced and renewable energy. In his previous position as CEO and President of the National Composite Center (NCC), Lou established the Center as a quick commercialization agent, manufacturing accelerator, and business incubator for the advanced materials industry. In 1999, Lou was selected to take NCC from the role of research and development to active commercialization of new production level composite manufacturing process and products. Today, Lou’s vision and efforts are focused on continuing to advance the establishment of breakthrough technologies that have the capability to nurture long term growth for Ohio.
Bill McGlinchey Bill McGlinchey has over 40 years of technical automotive experience, the last 25 of which have been dedicated to alternative fuels. His background is in training and teaching and most recently, he has focused on alternative fuels curriculum development and grant writing. He retired from West Virginia University’s National Alternative Fuels Training Consortium in June of 2002. He has since formed his own consulting company, AFV International, LLC, and began offering alternative fuel services internationally as the United States. He has completed assignments abroad with the DOE’s Clean Cities International program and authored his third book on alternative fuels, a study guide for CNG technicians. While serving on the American Gas Association’s original NGV-3 task force, Bill helped to establish automotive conversion system standards. More recently, Bill lent his expertise to the Natural Gas Vehicle Coalition’s NGV-2 Taskforce on cylinder inspection protocols. He also serves with the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) to help develop alternative fuel technician and training program certification and has numerous published articles and papers.
Dr. Shawn Midlam-Mohler Dr. Shawn Midlam-Mohler is a research scientist at the Ohio State University Center for Automotive Research and an Adjunct Assistant Professor within the Ohio State University Mechanical Engineering Department. He earned his Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the Ohio State University in 2005 and has conducted research in the automotive field since 1999. Dr. Midlam-Mohler’s research interests broadly include the field of sustainable energy with a focus on the transportation sector. Specific interests include alternative fuels, high efficiency combustion, emissions control, and hybrid electric powertrains. In addition to conducting funded research with industry, Dr. Midlam-Mohler is a co-advisor for the Ohio State EcoCAR Challenge hybrid electric vehicle team. Dr. Midlam-Mohler also teaches courses in the Mechanical Engineering Department in his areas of expertise.
Dr. Andrew Rezin Dr. Rezin earned a Ph.D. from the Ohio State University in Education. His primary area of academic research has been focused on industry partnerships with education and their impact on career success of graduates. Andy has served as a Department Chair at Columbus State Community College in Columbus Ohio for the past 16 years with his scope of responsibility growing over time to his present department, Automotive & Applied Technologies, which houses four separate disciplines and serves more than 1,800 students annually. Prior to his service at Columbus State, Dr. Rezin spent six years in corporate and 14 years in dealership service management, a background that encompasses experience for auto manufacturers, local dealerships, and automotive education. An accomplished presenter, Andy presents annually at national and international educational conferences on such diverse topics as change, leadership, and the importance of industry partnerships. He has worked to build and develop a service management curriculum to help meet the need of automotive service education. In 2009, his text, “Service Management: Principles into Practice” was published by Prentice-Hall.
Richard Smith Richard Smith III retired in 2009 from his position as Executive Vice President of NetJets Aviation, Inc. after 31 years of service. At the time of his retirement Richard was advising the Office of the Chairman on the company’s flight operations, security, and maintenance activities. During his time with NetJets, Richard served as a Line Pilot, Director of Pilot Training, Director of Flight Operations, and Columbus Base Manager prior to become Executive Vice President in 1991. As Executive VP, Richard oversaw NetJets’ Columbus operations, achieving 30% growth per year for at least five consecutive years. Richard also assisted in establishing NetJets’ Climate Initiative and coordinated the company’s central Ohio philanthropic activities.
Doyle Sumrall Doyle Sumrall is the Senior Director of Business Development at the National Truck Equipment Corp. He has served as the Vice President of Operations at STAHL and as the Director of Engineering & Operations at Waltco Truck Equipment Company. With a background in engineering and career dedicated to trucking, Doyle's expertise spans the intricacies of the industry.
Adam Ward Adam Ward is the Executive Director of the Ohio Soybean Association and Director of Marketing and Outreach for the Ohio Soybean Council. Ward oversees the grassroots membership activities of the Association, which includes, but is not limited to, member communications, lobbying, and fundraising. For the Ohio Soybean Council, Ward oversees projects relating to the domestic utilization of soybeans. Among those in Ward's portfolio - biodiesel, bio-based product, and livestock production promotional programs. Prior to joining Ohio Soybean, Ward served as Assistant to the Energy Advisor at the Ohio Air Quality Development Authority and Director of Legislative Affairs for the Ohio Department of Agriculture. Ward is a graduate of Capital University.