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GREATER WASHINGTON REGION CLEAN CITIES

promoting the use of clean fuels and improved air quality

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The Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition is one of nearly 80 coalitions in the US that fosters economic, environmental, and energy security by working locally to advance affordable, domestic transportation fuels, energy efficient mobility systems, and other fuel-saving technologies and practices. Headquartered in the District of Columbia, the GWRCCC works in DC, Baltimore, and the surrounding Maryland and Virginia counties hosting monthly industry meetings as well as collaborating with national and local groups on events that address both alternate fuel vehicles and their availability to all communities. The GWRCCC also works with local fleets, including local school buses, to assist in the transition to cleaner fuels and electric vehicles. Ultimately, we are working to move the region toward a cleaner, more sustainable future

Fifteen years of progress, partnership, and impact is something worth celebrating! To mark this milestone, GWRCCC is launching Power 15, a fundraising campaign to fuel the next chapter of our work and build on the momentum we’ve created together. Your support will help strengthen our mission, expand our reach, and continue advancing clean energy and sustainable transportation across the Greater Washington region. Whether you give $15, $150, or $15,000, every gift is a powerful investment in our shared vision for a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable future. Join us in celebrating 15 years of impact and powering the next 15 years of change!

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announcement of GWRCCC 2026 Annual Conference

Celebrating 15 Years: Join Us for our 2026 Annual Conference, Expo & Awards Luncheon!

This year marks a major milestone: 15 years of driving clean transportation forward! Our 2026 Annual Conference is shaping up to be our most impactful yet, and we want you to be part of the celebration. Interested in what we’ll be talking about? Take a look at the conference agenda. 

Join Us October 22nd!

Registration is officially open for the Annual GWRCCC Conference! This is our premier event of the year, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators to discuss the future of fleet electrification, clean energy jobs, and climate resilience in the Greater Washington region. We hope to see you there!
Register on Eventbrite here.

Looking for ways to be involved?

  • Help us lead the conversations about clean energy by becoming a sponsor
  • Souvenir Journal: Help us commemorate our 15th anniversary! Secure your spot in our digital and print keepsake journal to highlight your organization’s achievements. Submit your entry here.
  • Vehicle Showcase: Do you have a clean vehicle you want to show off? We are currently collecting data for our popular Vehicle Showcase. Sign up to showcase your vehicle here.

Meet 2 of our Conference Speakers

photo of Kathryn "Katie" Thomson

Governor Wes Moore appointed Kathryn “Katie” Thomson as secretary of the Maryland Department of Transportation on December 18, 2025.
Secretary Thomson brings more than 30 years of experience in transportation, aviation, energy,and sustainability law, policy, and operations to the role. She most recently served as deputy administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration, where she acted as chief operating officer for an organization of more than 45,000 employees. In that role, she oversaw a $20 billion annual budget and led initiatives to enhance safety oversight, modernize national airspace infrastructure, and strengthen workforce pipelines.

A veteran of the U.S. Department of Transportation, Secretary Thomson previously served as the department’s general counsel, where she supervised 500 attorneys and coordinated legal work across all modes of transportation. She also served as the director of the Bipartisan
Infrastructure Law’s implementation, managing the strategic investment of $660 billion in federal funding to modernize the nation’s infrastructure.

In the private sector, Secretary Thomson served as vice president and associate general counsel for worldwide transportation and sustainability at Amazon, leading the legal team supporting global logistics and the company’s climate commitments. Her career also includes serving as a partner at the law firms Sidley Austin and Morrison & Foerster, with a focus on environmental and transportation law.

Secretary Thomson earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Illinois and her law degree from the University of Pennsylvania Law School.

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Emmett V. Jordan is serving his fifth term as Mayor of Greenbelt, where he has lived and worked for more than two decades. Elected to the Greenbelt City Council in 2009, he made history as the first African American to serve on the body. For 16 years, he has been a
steady voice for progress, collaboration, and community values.A resident of Greenbelt since 2000, Emmett first moved to the city’s Greenbriar neighborhood while working at the University of Maryland. He quickly embraced Greenbelt’s unique character—its walkable spaces, recreational amenities, and civic spirit—and has built his service around preserving and strengthening the city’s quality of life.

Born and raised in Cincinnati, Ohio, Emmett studied liberal arts and music at Morehouse College before earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Urban Administration from the University of Cincinnati. He pursued graduate coursework in Public Administration at Seton
Hall University and later completed leadership fellowships at the University of Maryland’s Legacy Leadership Institute on Municipal Government and the Academy for Excellence in Local Governance. A lifelong learner, he continues to attend conferences and workshops to
stay engaged with the challenges and opportunities facing Greenbelt and cities across the country.

As Mayor, Emmett has built durable partnerships with leaders at the county, state, and federal levels. He currently serves on the Board of Directors of the National League of Cities, the Maryland Municipal League, and the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments, and he is a past president of the Prince George’s County Municipal Association. These roles give Greenbelt a voice in critical regional and national discussions—on housing, transportation, sustainability, and economic growth.

GWRCCC Announces Ron Flowers  2026 Golf Tournament

Join GWRCCC on the green October 21st!  Network with clean energy leaders and support the Ron Flowers Future Green Leaders Scholarship. Register today!

Named in honor of our first Executive Director, this tournament brings the fun of golf, high-level networking, and celebration together in one outstanding event. A portion of the proceeds from this tournament will directly benefit the Ron Flowers Future Green Leaders Scholarship, supporting local students pursuing careers in clean energy and sustainability.

Whether you are an avid golfer, a beginner looking to network, or a corporate partner looking to showcase your commitment to green transportation and equity, this tournament offers a fantastic day of community impact. Want more direct involvements? Join us as a sponsor. More information here

GWRCCC announces 2026 Ron Flowers golf tournament at University of Maryland Golf Course College Park, MD Wednesday, October 21 • 8:30 AM - 4 PM

Projects and Publications

Check out our resource, Drive Electric DC:

Drive Electric DC works to promote the transition to electric vehicles in the District of Columbia by connecting current EV drivers, potential EV drivers, fleets and charging vendors to improve EV infrastructure and knowledge about EV’s and EV incentives.  Visit here for more information  or your can download our brochure.

Maryland Biofuels Task Force  Releases Landmark Report 

The Maryland Biofuels Task Force, convened by the Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition (GWRCCC), held a press conference on Monday, December 15th to to release the findings of the Maryland Biofuels Task Force Report.   More information here.

GWRCCC releases comprehensive EV Education guide.

The GWRCCC  has released a guide to EV education opportunities. Check out our resource rich guide here.

GWRCCC Announces Fleet Equity guide.

The  GWRCC has published a guide to fleet equity service. View it here.

Are you part of a fleet? Please take our fleet survey!

As part of our Drive Electric DC initiative, the national Drive Electric USA is asking us to gather information from our local fleets. If you go here and fill out a brief survey, it would really help us have an overview of the issues fleets face here.

Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition brought together policymakers, industry experts, and community advocates to confront long-standing racial disparities across transportation, energy, and environmental policy.

July 6th, 2026|

On June 16, the Greater Washington Region Clean Cities Coalition (GWRCCC) hosted its 3rd Annual Environmental Justice Summit at Howard University’s Armour J. Blackburn Auditorium. The powerful forum brought together policymakers, industry experts, […]

Current Projects

Empower Workplace Charging.

Logo of the EMPOWER program.

Looking for information on EMPOWER? Check out our page and learn more about the EMPOWER Workplace Charging Program. This program is designed to help EMPOWER diverse employers to provide workplace EV charging for their employees.

Gumbo Initiative.

Logo of the GUMBO programThe GWRCCC is proud to partner with Louisiana Clean Fuels  in their GUMBO initiative.  GUMBO (Guaranteeing Access to Underserved and Marginalized Populations by Building Employment Opportunities)  is a workforce development initiative sponsored by Louisiana Clean Fuels and Baton Rouge Community College. Download the information flyer here.

Logo of the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act Program

The Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (D.E.R.A) Program funds grants and rebates that protect human health and improve air quality by reducing harmful emissions from diesel engines. D.E.R.A was created under the Energy Policy Act of 2005, which gave EPA new grant and loan authority for promoting diesel emission reductions and authorized appropriations of up to $200 million per year. More info here.

Logo of the Multi-Unit Dwelling EV Charging Program

GWRCCC is providing technical assistance to the Vehicle Charging Innovations for Multi-Unit Dwellings (V.C.I-M.U.D) project designed to implement cost- effective options for electric vehicle (EV) charging at multi-unit dwellings. More info here.

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“Coming together is a beginning, staying together is progress, and working together is success.” – Henry Ford

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