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The Clean Air Campaign of the Land of Sky Regional Council is hosting “Breath of Mountain Air”, a two-day virtual event focused on how energy efficiency improvements and clean fleets can benefit both air quality and budgets for local governments and schools. The first session is on January 25th and focuses on alternative fuel fleets and electric vehicle infrastructure. The second session on January 27th will discuss energy efficiency in public buildings and renewable programs. Both sessions run from 9:30 a.m. to noon and will be presented on Zoom. See the agendas below and click the links to register for each session.
Day 1: Fleet Focus
Jan 25, 9:30 a.m.-noon
State and Federal Programs are investing millions into alternative fuel fleets and EV infrastructure. Learn how to position your project and hear how they support air quality improvements across NC.
9:30-10 a.m. - Air Quality Past, Present and Future
10:00-10:30 a.m. - EV Outlook
10:30-11:15 a.m. - Alternative Fuel Fleet Roundtable
11:15-Noon - Available Funding Opportunities to Build Alt Fuel Fleets
Registration Link
Day 2: Improving the Building Envelope
Jan 27, 9:30 a.m.-noon
More funding is available to local governments and schools for energy efficiency and renewable programs than ever before. Learn about the free resources available to improve public buildings and hear about the sources of air pollution.
9:30-10 a.m. - What Causes Air Pollution
10-10:45 a.m. - Free Resources Available for Local Governments and School Districts to Improve Energy Efficiency in Buildings
10:45-11:30 a.m. - Roundtable Highlighting Experiences Navigating Energy Efficiency in Buildings
11:30-noon - Funding Opportunities to Improve Energy Efficiency
Registration Link