Over the holiday weekend, while the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" was signed into law, I found myself thinking about what independence means on the road. For generations, the car has symbolized freedom. Today, clean fuels are giving drivers even more choices in how they power that freedom. More fueling options mean more control, more price stability, and more dollars staying in our communities. That's a kind of independence also worthy of celebrating.
We have published an updated blog highlighting what we consider the most impactful changes included in the budget reconciliation act. While we are still assessing the impact that these changes might have on the industry in Michigan, it appears that the EV industry will be harmed, and clean fuel industries dependent on 45Z are mostly spared.
If you’re a Clean Fuels Michigan member and would like to discuss how these changes will impact your business and your goals in Michigan, please don't hesitate to get in touch.
"Michigan lawmakers are right to revisit how we fund our roads. But as the debate unfolds, there’s a critical detail being overlooked, one that could make Michigan home to the highest electric vehicle (EV) fees in the nation and undercut the state’s leadership in the automotive industry’s future."
Michigan must find a way to fund transportation infrastructure in a way that doesn't harm EV drivers and the auto industry.
Michigan Clean Fuels Institute and Michigan Clean Cities hosted the Equitable EV Action Planning for Michigan Communities webinar. Local governments across Michigan can utilize the framework presented to create thoughtful, community-centered EV action plans that reflect real community needs and priorities.
For Michigan to continue to be a transportation powerhouse and lead the clean mobility transition, our students must be empowered to capitalize on their potential. Waiting to give students opportunities in post-secondary education is too late.
If Michigan is going to “become a beacon for people around the country and the world,” we must tap into the full potential of our workforce, and that starts with our students. It’s time to stop underestimating them and to invest in our K-12 kids – Michigan’s clean mobility future.
Michigan lawmakers are advancing bipartisan legislation to create tax incentives for the production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). SAF offers a critical path to reducing aviation emissions while driving economic growth in sectors like agriculture, construction, and manufacturing. With similar policies gaining ground in other Midwest states, Michigan must act now to secure its place as a leader in clean aviation.
FTA Buses and Bus Facilities Competitive Programwill award Bus Program grants to State (including territories and Washington, D.C.), local, and tribal governments that operate fixed-route bus services for capital projects to replace, rehabilitate, purchase, or lease buses and related equipment, or to rehabilitate, purchase, construct, or lease bus-related facilities. Project proposals must be submitted through Grants.gov by 11:59 p.m. eastern time on July 14, 2025.
FTA Low or No Emission Grant Program will award Low-No Program grants to State (including territories and Washington, D.C.), local, and tribal governments for capital projects to purchase or lease zero-emission and low-emission transit buses, including acquisition, construction, and leasing of required supporting facilities such as recharging, refueling, and maintenance facilities. Project proposals must be submitted through Grants.gov by 11:59 p.m. eastern time on July 14, 2025.
Our Funding Hubis a comprehensive list of clean mobility funding opportunities.
.jpg?upscale=true&width=1200&upscale=true&name=Current%20minute%20header%20(9).jpg)
-1.png?upscale=true&width=400&upscale=true&name=Untitled%20design%20(16)-1.png)
%20(5).jpg?upscale=true&width=1120&upscale=true&name=TEMPLATE%20Blog%20Post%20for%20Website%20-%20(800%20x%201200%20px)%20(5).jpg)
%20(6).jpg?upscale=true&width=1120&upscale=true&name=TEMPLATE%20Blog%20Post%20for%20Website%20-%20(800%20x%201200%20px)%20(6).jpg)
.jpg?upscale=true&width=1200&upscale=true&name=Gold%20%26%20Platinum%20Members%20-%20Email%20Footer%20(7).jpg)
