Fuel Efficiency and Idle Reduction Workshop, UVM
Clean Transportation Education Project –
Fuel Efficiency and Idle Reduction Workshop
WHO: Vermont Clean Cities Coalition, NC Solar Center/NC State University and Wake Technical Community College, Raleigh, NC are hosting an educational workshop with funding provided from the U.S. Department of Energy. This workshop is intended for fleet managers, technicians, technology providers, public and private sector managers, government officials, vehicle dealers, and the general public.
WHAT: Fuel Economy/Idle Reduction is a FREE ½ day workshop given by national, state and local experts that will provide success stories, initiatives and practical information on the following topics: vehicle choice - right sizing for the job; proper maintenance; driver behavior; fuel economy; idle reduction technologies - costs and benefits; fuel choice; emerging technologies; resources and more
WHEN: September 7th, 2010
1:00PM to 4:30PM
WHERE: Chittenden Bank Room, 4th Floor,
Davis Center- UVM
590 Main Street
SCHEDULED SPEAKERS:
Rich Cregar, Wake Tech Community College
Greg Topjian, Energy Xtreme
Karen Glitman, The University of Vermont Transportation Research Center (Moderator)
Rebecca Ryan, America Lung Association
Wayne Michaud, Vermont Idle-Free Fleets
Chris Cole, Chittenden County Transportation Authority
Rebecca Towne, Green Mountain Power Corporation
David Sharpe, Vermont State Representative
WHY: Fuel economy and idle reduction can save you money, reduce harmful transportation-related emissions and enhance our environment.