Greater Long Island
Clean Cities
Our Story
The Greater Long Island Clean Cities Coalition (GLICCC) operates as a foundational node of transportation innovation for Nassau and Suffolk counties. Designated by the U.S. Department of Energy in 1996, the coalition manages the logistical and technical requirements of one of the nation’s most complex high-density regions. Under the direction of Rita D. Ebert—a veteran leader inducted into the Clean Cities Hall of Fame in 2013—the organization serves as a neutral convener for municipal authorities, regional utilities, and private industry. We focus on the democratization of technical knowledge, ensuring that the transition to alternative fuels is grounded in rigorous regional data and collaborative infrastructure development.
Core Capabilities
Like all Clean Transportation Network members, Greater Long Island 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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Over 18.9 million Gasoline Gallon Equivalents (GGE) displaced.
Greenhouse Gas Reductions
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More than 123,358 tons of Greenhouse Gas Emissions prevented.
Stakeholder Network
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A robust coalition of over 500 active partners and an outreach list of 3,000+ fleets.
Fuel Diversity
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Oversight of 2,047+ EV charging outlets and a diverse array of CNG, Propane, and E85 stations.
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
Embedded Regional Governance
We act as an internal participant within Long Island’s administrative framework. This integration, derived from a legacy alliance between utilities and townships, generates the municipal trust necessary to transition infrastructure from planning to deployment.
Curriculum and Workforce Literacy
The coalition views the energy transition as a shift in regional knowledge. We embed alternative fuel concepts into university and K-12 curricula to ensure the local workforce remains technically prepared for the requirements of a post-petroleum economy.
Strategic Information Distribution
Our outreach network scales from local community broadcasting to statewide news. By leveraging these channels, we translate technical energy data into actionable narratives, ensuring high visibility for clean transportation initiatives across the region.
Cross-Sector Fleet Coordination
We function as a neutral convener for the distinct operational needs of public and private fleets. Through large-scale networking and technical demonstrations, we synchronize disparate stakeholders to pursue shared infrastructure goals.