September 2025

Thank You To All Who Attended Our

13th Annual Clean Air Golf Outing!

Thank you to everyone who joined us on the course for our 13th Annual Clean Air Golf Outing! We appreciate all of our members, stakeholders, and sponsors who continue to make this event so special each year. We truly couldn't do it without your support, and we love having the day to connect with all of you in a relaxing environment!

Congratulations to our First Place Winning Foursome:

Family Express

Event Sponsor - $2,500

Exhibit table at event
8 breakfast tickets (non-member)
Logo included on all event signage
Logo included in all event digital marketing assets (e-blasts, newsletters, social media, event landing page, etc.)
Full list of attendees, including contact info
Opportunity to advertise your brand in up to 4 DCI newsletters

Exhibit Sponsor - $650

Exhibit table at event
2 breakfast tickets (non-member)
Logo included in all event digital marketing assets (e-blasts, newsletters, social media, event landing page, etc.)
Opportunity to advertise your brand in up to 2 DCI newsletters

Become a Sponsor Today!

DCI Board Member Spotlight

Jennifer Sanders

Opus Inspection/Clean Air Car Check

Professional Questions:

How long have you been a Drive Clean Indiana Board Member?

I've been on the board since 2006.

Why did you join the DCI Board?

In my full-time role as Customer Relations/Public Information Manager for the Clean Air Car Check vehicle emissions testing program and as a DCI Board Member, I am able to advocate for and educate the public about the many ways we can improve air quality.

What is your role/contribution to the coalition as a DCI Board Member?

I think I may be the longest-standing board member of DCI. In my years of service, I’ve served on multiple committees, including Education and Outreach and Policy/Legislative.

What DCI event do you enjoy the most?

The annual meeting is always a great opportunity to learn and network.

Get to Know Jennifer:

What is something not many people know about you?

I love to be active! I run half-marathons, and I play in a women's indoor soccer league.

How do you spend your time outside of work?

Our family loves to travel, and we are working our way through visiting all of the U.S. National Parks. We have been to 21 out of 63 so far.

Coffee or tea?

Tea, I've actually never had coffee. I don't like the smell of it.

What's a movie or TV show you've watched recently that you'd recommend?

I don't spend much time watching television, but I highly recommend Ted Lasso for a funny and heart-warming watch.

What is something you're looking forward to?

Fall is my favorite season, so I'm excited about this time of year. I'm looking forward to the changing leaves, cooler temps, and all the fun fall activities with the family.

Drive Clean Rural USA Webinar -

The Replication Playbook

Rural communities face unique challenges, including limited staff resources, budget constraints, and political barriers, which can slow the transition to clean transportation solutions. Drive Clean Rural USA aimed to address these issues by offering technical education, workforce training, and cost analyses.

Join Drive Clean Indiana and Transportation Energy Partners staff as they explain and discuss Drive Clean Rural USA's Replication Playbook.

During this webinar, you'll gain tools and resources that are beneficial to the progress and completion of clean transportation projects in rural areas.

Jessica Swiedals

Position: Executive Assistant

Professional Questions

What unique skills or expertise do you bring to the table that benefit the DCI team?

I really enjoy event planning and am very organized, which helps a lot in my position.

What drew you to this field, and how did you get started?

It was luck that brought me to Drive Clean Indiana! My background is in administration and event planning, and I’ve been doing this for about 10 years!

What is your favorite aspect of our company culture?

We are such a small team. I like that we are close and all work together to get things done.

Personal Questions

What's a movie or TV show you've watched recently that you would recommend?

Ozark is my favorite show. I wish there were more seasons!

How would you describe your ideal weekend?

Spending time with all of my kids (5) and husband. They are getting older, so the time we have now is even more precious!

What's the best piece of advice someone has given you?

The world waits for no one; keep moving forward and know you are responsible for your own happiness.

What's a fun fact about yourself that most people wouldn't know?

I LOVE bulldogs and have two of them, Charlie and Blue.

What's been your favorite travel destination?

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. Perfect weather!

Join us at the Indianapolis Office of Sustainability's EV Showcase on

Saturday, September 20

Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025

Time: 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. EST

Location: Bubba's 33 - 7799 US 31, Indianapolis, IN 46227

September Highlighted Fuel

Natural gas is a domestically produced alternative fuel that is readily available to end-users through the utility infrastructure. It can produce significantly fewer harmful emissions than gasoline or diesel when used in natural gas vehicles.

Natural gas is a mixture of hydrocarbons, predominantly methane (CH4). As delivered through the pipeline system, it also contains hydrocarbons such as ethane, propane, and other gases such as nitrogen, helium, carbon dioxide, hydrogen sulfide, and water vapor.

Learn more on our website

Transition to CNG is Driving Change in Hoosier State

"State agencies and nonprofit organizations such as Drive Clean Indiana (DCI) have been championing decarbonized transportation in Indiana through several initiatives. In 2024, DCI awarded $5.27 million in grants to the nonprofit’s partners for green fleet initiatives through the Indiana Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust Fund. The awards included funding for three CNG garbage trucks for the City of Gary and 10 CNG trucks for UPS services in the state."

Join The Transport Project's Recommended Practices for CNG Refuse Trucks Webinar

September 16, 2025 - 1 p.m. EST

All CNG refuse truck owners, operators, and fleet managers are encouraged to attend to enhance their knowledge and understanding of the many additional processes and procedures to ensure operational safety and efficiency. Attendees will hear directly from leading safety experts, training professionals, and operational authorities in the NGV industry on topics such as:

New CNG Decal and Vehicle Labeling Recommendations
Comprehensive Emergency Response Procedures
CNG Fuel System Inspections
Maintenance Facilities
Refueling Stations

Member Highlight

The City of Lake Station

The City of Lake Station deployed three all-electric Ford F-150 Lightning Trucks for its Public Works department this summer to kick off the Lake and Porter County Zero-Emission Vehicle Project.

The three all-electric 2025 Ford F-150 Lightnings have a 131 kWh battery capacity, which delivers a range of 320 miles per charge. Additionally, the F-150 lightnings are capable of producing 580 horsepower and 775 lbs-ft of torque, which allows these trucks to haul up to 10,000 pounds.

Become a Member Today!

2025 Air Quality Action Season Is Coming to a Close

Air Quality Action Season kicked off on May 1st and runs through the end of September. Our air is more likely to be "Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups" when ozone forms at ground level on long, warm days.

Why take action?

Protect yourself and sensitive groups when the Air Quality Index shows that the air reaches the Orange level for ozone.

Indiana Clean School Bus Consortium Webinar

The goal of the Indiana Clean School Bus Consortium is to educate Indiana schools on the benefits of cleaner fuels, reduce emissions, and provide information on operational cost savings. The Indiana Clean School Bus Consortium consists of:

Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM)
Indiana Department of Education
Region 5 EPA representatives
Indiana School Bus transportation leaders
Drive Clean Indiana

Join us for insightful discussions and updates on clean school buses. Each session offers engaging conversations and valuable insights aimed at advancing school transportation. Mark your calendars and connect with industry leaders working toward a more efficient and sustainable future.

Next Webinar: October 22, 2025

Unlocking Access: Streamlining EV Charging Connections for Multi-Family Housing

Thursday, September 18, 2025

10 a.m. PT/12 p.m. CT/1 p.m. ET

This webinar will:

Highlight the key technical, regulatory, and logistical challenges faced by multi-family housing residents and developers in installing EV charging infrastructure

Preview training materials and guidance currently in development for utilities and local governments

Stay up-to-date on Charge at Home events and multifamily EV charging resource drops. Sign up for the Charge at Home Newsletter.

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Clean Transportation in the News!

U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration 8.11.25: President Trump's Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Unveils Revised NEVI Guidance to Allow States to Actually Build EV Chargers
Morning Ag Clips 8.12.25: Keystone Cooperative Launches "Propane with Purpose"
FarmProgress 8.12.25: Sorghum farmers could gain 30 cents per bushel
Building Indiana Business 8.28.25: Transition to CNG is Driving Change in Hoosier State
GreenFleet 9.8.25: Sustainable drop-in fuels: driving down vehicle emissions today

Upcoming Events & Opportunities!

Why Become a DCI Member?

Our success is your success. When you choose clean fuels, vehicles, energy, and technologies, everyone wins with improved air quality, cost savings, job creation and security, support for American farmers, and independence from imported oil.

Advanced levels of membership yield greater benefits, including increased marketing for your organization on our digital platforms and the addition of grant development hours. Grant development provides one of the greatest opportunities for return on investment in your Drive Clean Indiana membership.

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