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Connecting you with experts and funding to switch to alternative fuels.
The information and connections you’ll need to reduce costs & emissions with alternative fuels
Tennessee Clean Fuels (TNCleanFuels) is the home of the East Tennessee Clean Fuels (ETCF) and Middle-West Tennessee Clean Fuels (MWTCF) coalitions. We serve as fleet guides to navigate alternative fuels and advanced vehicle technologies in the 21st century. Both coalitions that make up TNCleanFuels are nonprofits, and designated coalitions in U.S. DOE’s Clean Cities and Communities partnership.
TNCleanFuels has both decades of experience and passion for alternative fuels and transportation solutions that will help move the needle for your fleet. No matter if you’re just beginning to explore the world of alternative fuels, or are ready to hit the accelerator, we’re here to help and happy to be your guide.
We are two nonprofits whose reach spans from the Mississippi River to the Appalachian Mountains
LEADERSHIP IN ALT FUELS IN TENNESSEE
TNCleanFuels could not be more proud of all the hardworking fleets that we get to work with across the state! One outstanding example is KUB. Knoxville Utilities Board provides electric, fiber, natural gas, water, and wastewater services to most or all of Knox County and in some adjoining counties, and has been a de facto leader in the implementation of various alternative fuels in their fleet. To boot, they have been a top-notch working partner, helping in numerous ways to share their experiences and resources!
ETCF and MWTCF are designated coalitions in the Clean Cities and Communities partnership!
Click on the logo at right to visit the national partnership website and learn about the ~80 coalitions across the country.
TENNESSEE CLEAN FUELS STAKEHOLDER MAP
TNCleanFuels works with stakeholders throughout the state, representing an array of organizations. Public and private fleets, industry partners, local power companies and other utilities, school districts, and many others comprise our clean fuels network. All of these organizations help to further our collective mission of accelerating the adoption of cleaner, more efficient transportation solutions across the state and nationally. Some icons are clickable to learn more about those stakeholders!
ETCF and MWTCF are partners in both Transportation Energy Partners and the Clean Transportation Network. Click on the logos below to visit the websites to learn more about how these entities are working to strengthen the Clean Cities and Communities partnership to help advance our missions and our stakeholders!
LATEST NEWS
Renewable Propane Demonstration Shows Mobile EV Charging Pathway for Grid-Constrained Sites
Originally published by ACT News - June 24, 2026 Suburban Propane, ABB, and Kempower recently demonstrated a portable EV charging system designed to show how renewable propane can help support charging in locations where permanent [...]
RNG Remains the Most Immediate, Cost-Effective Way to Decarbonize Heavy-Duty Transportation
Originally published by Dan Gage for The Transport Project - June 30, 2026 Last calendar year marked the sixth consecutive year that commercial fleets in the State of California fueled by bio-CNG (renewable natural gas, [...]
New Poll: Americans Strongly Support RFS, Want Energy Independence
Originally published by the Renewable Fuels Association - June 30, 2026 With Independence Day approaching [...]
Dogs Ride Electric on Barkyard’s Pup Bus
Originally published by Serena Golden for the Southern Alliance for Clean Energy (SACE) - June, [...]
From Proposal to Pavement: TDEC Grant Will Expand Electric Fleet at UTK Facilities Services
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville is setting a new standard for sustainable campus operations. Thanks [...]
Crosstown Concourse: Memphis, TN
Crosstown Concourse, the iconic "vertical village" in Memphis, Tennessee, continues to lead the way in [...]
Motlow State Community College: McMinnville, TN
Motlow State Community College is demonstrating its commitment to modern infrastructure and sustainability through [...]
Advancing Hydrogen Generation and Energy Storage Through Next-Generation Electrolyzers
Originally Published by the Tickle College of Engineering Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering - [...]
New Propane School Buses Rolling Through Washington County
Originally Published by Washington County Schools (TN) on March 3, 2026 Washington County Schools (TN) [...]
Judge protects billions for reliable EV charging; cleaner air and lower driving costs across the country
This press release was originally published by Plug In America on January 23, 2026. SEATTLE [...]
WHAT OUR MEMBERS SAY ABOUT US…
“Jonathan and Daniel have been a tremendous help in providing current, in-depth knowledge of available alternative fuels and technologies as well as practical ideas and guidance for operational implementation for the City of Chattanooga as we look to begin incorporating these into our fleet.”
ERIK SCHMIDT, DIRECTOR OF SUSTAINABILITY, THE CITY OF CHATTANOOGA“This group’s philosophy of hard work, dedication, and commitment has provided Kingsport the resources, knowledge, and support that has helped us become a successful green fleet and the largest propane user in Tennessee.”
STEVE HIGHTOWER, FLEET MANAGER, CITY OF KINGSPORT“Jonathan and his staff are hardworking and professional — and, they make work fun! They know the alternative fuels industry and the options that are available extremely well, and are excellent project managers.”
STEVE WALK, VP BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT, PROTEC“With biodiesel, EVs, propane, and CNG, they’ve been there to help us better understand our options and guide us in the process. The clean fuel options in East Tennessee have grown over the years, and much of that is due to ETCleanFuels.”
BRYON FORTNER, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR, CITY OF SEVIERVILLE“Jonathan has provided ideas, education and solutions that were in the best interests of the City of Knoxville, and held meetings that were value-added and provided networking opportunities. I never hesitate to call Jonathan and his team. They have always been available for questions, concerns and explanations that provided clarity to my issues. I truly appreciate his dedication to providing fleets and individuals with his experience and expertise.”
Keith Shields, DIRECTOR OF FLEET SERVICES, CITY OF KNOXVILLESERVICES FOR FLEETS & VENDORS
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East Tennessee Clean Fuels Coalition
Both East and Middle-West Tennessee Clean Fuels have earned the Platinum Seal of Transparency from GuideStar, the world’s largest database of nonprofit organizations. The Platinum seal status is the leading symbol of nonprofit transparency and accountability.
GuideStar provides a Seal rating (Bronze, Silver, Gold, or Platinum) on all 1.8 million IRS-registered nonprofit organizations. The goal is to provide as much information as they can so that a donor can make his or her own determination of where to donate money. The elements provided on each nonprofit can include: a) Verification of registration with the IRS; b) Financial data – Annual Revenue and Expenses, including IRS Forms 990 and independent audit reports; c) Mission Objectives; d) Impact Summary – from the nonprofit; and e) Individual reviews from those who’ve volunteered information on the nonprofit either directly through GuideStar or through the partner organization, GreatNonprofits. This information can then be used by both the nonprofit to encourage prospective donors, and, by donors to best determine who should get their money. Most information is available free online to website visitors.
To view the Coalition profiles, please click East and Middle-West!
Middle-West Tennessee Clean Fuels Coalition