Exploring EVs in Olathe Fleets

Metropolitan Energy Center (MEC) has devoted nearly 40 years to developing resource efficiency, enviornmental health, and economic vitality in the Kansas City region and beyond. We transform the energy marketplace by creating community partnerships and acting as a local authority in clean transportation, building energy efficiency, and climate advocacy. MEC strives to preserve the livability of communities in the Kansas City area for generations to come. Work with us through our Kansas City Regional Clean Cities Coalition, Central Kansas Clean Cities Coalition, Energy Solutions Hub, or Project Living Proof.

Metropolitan Energy Center

Olathe Indian Creek Library

The City of Olathe is well on its way to converting its fleet to clean fuels. At this tell-all in-person event, hear about how grant applications for EV tech can be easy. Get the info Olathe used to make it happen, and what employees say about driving EVs on the job. 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 to these questions and tour the solar-powered electric charging stations at Indian Creek Library. Olathe has been upgrading their EV fleet and installing 4 off-grid solar EV chargers. Find out what else they’re doing to clean up their fleet.Attendees will include members of the local chapter of American Public Works Association, with lots of opportunities to share information, lessons learned and best practices.Stick around for additional lunch and learn regarding all-electric terminal tractors being used in metro yards, including at Johnson County’s wastewater treatment plant.Attendance is limited. Register today to guarantee your seat and claim your complementary lunch.<h3>Agenda</h3>Welcome and IntroductionCity of Olathe Fleet<ul><li>Clean transportation planning, research, and deployments. </li><li>Insight into the differences between EV and CNG refuse haulers.</li></ul>Fleet Electrification Assistance and Funding Opportunities<ul><li>Green Fleet analysis and support </li><li>Funding opportunities </li><li>Kansas City Regional Clean Cities assistance portfolio</li></ul>Lunch &amp; Learn with Orange EV

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