Nebraska Clean Cities and Communities Coalition

We are a DoE funded coalition that aims to provide local stakeholders with funding opportunities and support in their efforts to transition to cleaner transportation alternatives. Learn more at our website nec4.unl.edu.

Congratulations to the @UNLincoln on earning the new Carnegie Elective Classification for Sustainability! Nebraska is among the first 14 institutions to receive this recognition! Go Big Red! 🌽♻️ Learn more about this achievement: research.unl.edu/blog/nebras…

Want to save money on transportation? 🚗💰 Our Affordable Transportation Flyer highlights simple ways to cut costs, from using approved higher ethanol blends to considering a used EV and reducing unnecessary idling. Check out the flyer for practical tips and share it with others!

Happy National Propane Day! This National Propane Day, we're recognizing propane's role in a diverse and resilient transportation and energy system. Check out this recent Material Handling & Logistics article by PERC's Jim Bunsey to learn more: ow.ly/5tBt50ZL2xW

A new renewable natural gas project is underway in Broken Bow, NE. Neogenyx Fuels and Adams Land & Cattle are turning livestock manure into pipeline-quality RNG, expected to produce ~1.2M MMBtu annually.

Why does a diverse energy mix matter? ⚡⛽ Electric, propane, renewable fuels and other technologies each have a role to play. A diverse energy mix can help organizations: 🔹 Manage costs 🔹 Improve resilience 🔹 Reduce reliance on one energy source 🔹 Adapt to changing tech

Nebraska fuel retailers: looking to expand your higher ethanol blend offerings? The Nebraska Corn Board’s Ethanol Infrastructure Grant Program can help eligible retailers add or expand E15, E30 and E85 infrastructure. Learn more: nebraskacorn.gov/corn-101/co…

🚍 Funding Opportunity: The FTA is offering ~$610M in FY2026 competitive funding for low- and no-emission transit buses and supporting infrastructure. 💰 $21M Buses & Bus Facilities 💰 $589M Low-No Program 📅 Deadline: Sept. 21, 2026 Learn more and check eligibility.

Electric vehicle adoption continues to grow in Nebraska. The @IEA projects that EVs could account for half of global car sales by 2035, and Nebraska is already seeing that momentum. (lnkd.in/dW7RTbMB) (lnkd.in/gH8yDcaK)

Help Shape the Future of Transportation in Nebraska! How do you get around your community? What transportation challenges do you face? Whether you drive, bike, walk, ride transit, or carpool we want to hear from you! Take the survey here: go.unl.edu/tesurvey

Could Nebraska farms one day fuel their own tractors? 🌱🚜 @UNLincoln is researching methane-powered tractors that could eventually run on renewable biomethane made from livestock manure and other organic waste. ruralradio.com/krvn/news/new…

2026 Nebraska Legislative Session - Green Transportation & Energy Policy Update Nebraska’s 2026 session saw limited expansion of new clean transportation programs, but significant debate and action around fuel taxation, grid capacity, and large energy users.

Congratulations to the @CityOfLincoln and the @Lincoln_Police on adding Nebraska's first pursuit-rated EV police vehicles! Lower fuel and maintenance costs, cleaner air, and a more resilient fleet show how innovation can benefit both taxpayers and public safety.

Rising diesel costs are straining school transportation budgets across Nebraska and the U.S., forcing some districts to cut routes or shift funds. Fuel volatility matters. @OmahaPubSchool shows propane buses can stabilize costs. Reach out to us to learn how to support your fleet.

NEC4 partnered with Tesla on East Campus for a ride-and-drive event, giving around 40 students and faculty the chance to test drive EVs, ask questions, and gain hands-on experience. Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make the event a success!

Lincoln’s data center growth is driving major investment—and rising energy demand. As AI and cloud computing expand, a diversified energy strategy is key to supporting grid reliability, low-carbon transportation, and Nebraska’s long-term infrastructure needs.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our Juneteenth booth with @LESupdates and took our Transportation Equity Survey! Thanks to Whitehead Oil Company and U-stop for sponsoring the survey. Missed the event? You can still share your perspective here: go.unl.edu/tesurvey

Start your day the sustainable way with UNL’s Summer Coffee Rides. Sustainability on Wheels, in partnership with HealthierU, invites employees to join relaxed, beginner-friendly bike rides to The Mill at Nebraska Innovation Campus. healthieru.unl.edu/healthier…

Yesterday, May 19, @TeamPillen proclaimed May as #RenewableFuelsMonth — and it also comes during Clean Air Month, a reminder of the important role cleaner-burning fuels can play in protecting public health and supporting American energy.

The House recently passed HR 1346 advancing year-round E15, boosting fuel access, cost savings, and cleaner options. The bill now moves to the Senate for consideration and potential final approval.

This Renewable Fuels Month we're recognizing how renewable fuels are already part of Nebraska’s transportation system. Ethanol, biodiesel, and renewable diesel—made from crops like corn, soybeans, and sorghum—are helping power vehicles and fleets today.