Drive Clean Colorado
Our Story
Drive Clean Colorado (DCC) functions as a sophisticated technical and administrative hub for sustainable transportation innovation throughout the Northwest region. Designated by the U.S. Department of Energy in 1993, this standalone 501(c)(3) nonprofit serves a diverse landscape of high-density urban centers and vast rural territories. Under the leadership of Executive Director Bonnie Trowbridge, the coalition leverages a robust 10-person full-time staff to bridge the gap between ambitious state climate goals and the practical operational needs of public and private fleets. DCC prioritizes a technology-neutral approach, grounding the energy transition in empirical data and strategic infrastructure planning to ensure regional energy resilience and public health.
Core Capabilities
Like all Clean Transportation Network members, Treasure Valley Clean Cities offers a core set of capabilities to stakeholders.
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High-level proficiency in conducting fleet data analysis (AFLEET) and creating long-term transition roadmaps.
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Experts in organizing "Ride & Drives," webinars, and community listening sessions that demystify new technology for the public.
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Experienced in serving as a Principal Investigator and subrecipient on federal and state grants.
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Providing deep-dive support for charging/fueling infrastructure and first responder safety training.
Coalition Impacts in 2024
Energy Impact
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Successfully displaced over 26.4 million Gasoline Gallon Equivalents (GGE).
Atmospheric Impact
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Prevented more than 139,000 tons of Greenhouse Gas Emissions (GHG).
Portfolio Diversity
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GGE reduction led by Alternative Fuel Vehicles (80%) and Fuel Economy Improvements (13%).
Fuel Specialization
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Dominant fuel-specific displacement in CNG (62%), Biodiesel (21%), and Propane (14%).
Major Projects & Accomplishments
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The Atlas Project
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The Echo Project
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The Brightline Project
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The Northgrid Project
Multi-Tech Corridor Management
DCC leads the region in the logistical integration of diverse fuel types—including Electric, Propane, and RNG—across Colorado’s complex geography to ensure seamless alternative fuel connectivity.
Strategic Institutional Integration
The coalition maintains high-level "bread and butter" partnerships with the State Energy Office, Colorado DOT, and major regional utilities to align state-level policy with local implementation.
Scalable Project Administration
With a large professional staff and stable, multi-stream funding, DCC possesses the internal capacity to manage complex federal grants and large-scale deployment projects with precision.
Equitable Deployment Strategy
DCC specializes in addressing the unique logistical needs of both urban and rural communities, focusing on "mobility hubs" and micro-transit solutions to ensure an inclusive energy transition.