Via RenewableEnergyAccess.com: - "The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) issued a proposed decision on Wednesday [6 December 2006] granting 100% ownership of Renewable Energy Credits to owners of solar systems and other renewable energy distributed generators. This reverses a proposed decision from early November that would have granted utilities full ownership of RECs. Many solar advocates and consumers argued that gifting RECs to utilities would have eliminated an important source of revenue for solar owners. The proposed decision will be on the January 11th Commission meeting agenda for vote. The comment period will last from December 7 to December 27.

Resources

The following list of Web sites is a sampling of places on the Internet dedicated to battery, hybrid and fuel cell vehicles and the development of electric transportation technologies. These sites offer the general public, "Electric Drive connoisseurs," and industry leaders access to product specifications, industry news, and other information. The Electric Transportation Association (EDTA) is pleased to highlight some of the electric drive focused Web sites found on the Internet today. If you know of additional Electric Drive related web pages not listed in this report, which would be of interest to Association members, please contact info@electricdrive.org. EDTA Member Web sites--click here Online Industry Publications These online publications report on industry activity, manufacturer offerings, and local electric drive related activities. EV World evworld.com Houses an online "library" of EV-related reports, articles, and news releases available to the general public. EV owners also can register and share their experiences with others. Visitors can sign up for a weekly EV newsletter. Fleets & Fuels www.fleetsandfuels.com A biweekly newsletter (distributed online) providing business intelligence on alternative fuel and advanced vehicles technologies encompassing electric drive, natural gas, hydraulic hybrids, propane and alcohol fuels, and biofuels. The newsletter is dedicated to making the AFVs business case to fleets. Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Progress www.hevprogress.com (formerly Electric Vehicle Progress) Follows new EV products, including prototype vehicles; provides status reports on R&D programs; publishes field test data from demonstration programs conducted around the world; details infrastructure development, charging sites, and new technologies; and, includes fleet reports, battery development, and a host of other EV-related news. Published twice a month. Advanced Battery Technology http://www.7ms.com/abt/index.html  Advanced Fuel Cell Technology http://www.7ms.com/fct/index.html e-Drive magazine features new products, services and technologies in motors, drives, controls, power, electronics, actuators, sensors, ICs, capacitors, converters, transformers, instruments, temperature control, packaging, and all related subsystems and components for electrodynamic and electromotive systems. http://www.e-driveonline.com/ Industrial Utility Vehicle & Mobile Equipment magazine is dedicated to engineering, technical and management professionals as well as dealers & fleet managers involved in the design, manufacture, service, sales and management of lift trucks, material handling equipment, facility service vehicles and mobile equipment, golf cars, site vehicles, carts, personal mobility vehicles and other types of special purpose vehicles. http://www.specialtyvehiclesonline.com/ Greencar Congress: www.greencarcongress.com Earthtoys (www.earthtoys.com)  is a resource for Alternative Energy and  Hybrid Transportation information and features not only the bi-monthly Emagazine but also an up to date news page, link library, company directory, event calendar, product section and more. "Grassroots" Electric Drive Sites The Electric Auto Association www.eaaev.org The California-based nonprofit group's site showcases EV technology, has a newsletter, and displays links to EV chapters and owners nationwide. Electric Vehicle Association of Washington, D.C.www.evadc.org Northeast Sustainable Energy Association (NESEA) www.nesea.org NESEA is a nonprofit, membership organization dedicated to promoting responsible energy use for a healthy economy and a healthy environment. NESEA promotes electric?drive vehicles (EDs, HEDs, fuel cell EDs) and renewably-produced fuels through the its annual road rally, the NESEA American Tour de Sol, the U.S. electric vehicle championship; conferences for professionals; and K-12 education that uses sustainable transportation as a theme. NESEA maintains a Web site with a listing of electric cars, buses, and bikes; K-12 educational resources; information on building and energy programs; and a quarterly magazine. Cool Fuel Road Trip www.coolfuelroadtrip.org Federal Government Sites IRS Forms - EV Tax Credits Qualified EV Tax Credit Forms must accompany any tax returns that are claiming the ownership or purchase of a qualified EV. Click here for more information.(PDF) Energy Information Administration--www.eia.doe.gov International Partnership For The Hydrogen Economy:  To serve as a mechanism to organize and implement effective, efficient, and focused international research, development, demonstration and commercial utilization activities related to hydrogen and fuel cell technologies.  It also provides a forum for advancing policies, and common codes and standards that can accelerate the cost-effective transition to a global hydrogen economy to enhance energy security and environmental protection. www.usea.org/iphe.htm Thomas www.congress.gov Acting under the directive of the leadership of the 104th Congress to make federal legislative information freely available to the Internet public, a Library of Congress team brought the THOMAS World Wide Web system online in January 1995. The THOMAS system allows the general public to search for legislation and information regarding the current and past business of the U.S. Congress. NREL Home Page www.nrel.gov The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) has created a Web site detailing research efforts in renewable energies and alternative transportation technologies. Some key areas include hybrid vehicle development; renewable energy research; and battery technology research. Alternative Fuels Data Center http://www.eere.energy.gov/cleancities/A comprehensive source of information on alternative fuels. Sections include: an interactive map of AFV refueling stations in the U.S.; listings and descriptions of different alternative fuels and AFV vehicles; online periodicals; and resources and documents on AFV programs. The site is part of the National Renewable Energy Laboratory's (NREL) Web site. Advanced Vechicle Testing Program http://avt.inel.gov/ Office of Transportation Technologies, U.S. Department of Energy. This Web site is run by the Idaho National Engineering and Environmental Laboratory (INEEL). It offers EV fact sheets, reports, performance summaries, historical data, and a "Kids' Page." Visitors can also request information online. Office of Transportation Technologies EPACT & Fleet Regulations http://www.eere.energy.gov/vehiclesandfuels/epact/ Many public and private fleets are subject to AFV acquisition requirements under the Energy Policy Act (EPAct) regulations. These requirements differ for different types of fleets. Visit this site to obtain information on fleet requirements and the manners in which you can comply with the EPAct regulations. The US Department of Defense fuel Cell Program www.dodfuelcell.com US Department of Transportation Advanced Vehicle Technologies Program http://scitech.dot.gov/partners/nextsur/avp/avp.html The homepage includes links to the seven regional members of the Advanced Vehicle Program (AVP): Mid-Atlantic Regional Consortium for Advanced Vehicles (MARCAV) www.marcav.ctc.com A Pennsylvania-based organization which was established to organize industrial efforts to develop enhanced electric drives for military, industrial, and commercial vehicles. Visitors can review a list of MARCAV projects and research specific projects. Hawaii Electric Vehicle Demonstration Project www.htdc.org/hevdp A consortium dedicated to furthering electric vehicle development and sales in Hawaii. The Web site provides visitors with background on the program and lists accomplishments. Center for Transportation and the Environment (CTE) www.cte.tv CTE is a Georgia-based coalition of over 65 businesses, universities, and government agencies dedicated to researching and developing advanced transportation technologies. The site includes industry news, studies and projects, a database of products, and a section on EV education. CALSTART/WestStart www.calstart.org A California-based nonprofit organization dedicated to "transforming transportation for a better world." Visitors can read daily and archived industry news updates and publications, search EV-related databases, and interact with other EV owners in an online forum. Northeast Alternative Vehicle Consortium (NAVC) navc.org A Boston-based association of private and public sector organizations that works to promote advanced vehicle technologies in the Northeast. Visitors can read about NAVC projects and link to related Internet sites. State and Community Related Electric Vehicle Sites California Air Resource Board (CARB) www.arb.ca.gov This site provides access to information on a variety of topics about California air quality and emissions. The site has general information on all types of alternative fueled vehicle programs and demonstrations. The CARB's mission is to promote and protect public health, welfare and ecological resources through the effective and efficient reduction of air pollutants while recognizing and considering the effects on the economy of the state. California Air Resources Board's Guide to zero and near zero emission vehicles: Driveclean.ca.gov California Energy Commission www.energy.ca.gov This site gives viewers access to information on a variety of topics about California's energy system. The site dedicates a page to electric vehicles, where it has general information on electric transportation, lists sellers of EDs in California, outlines state and federal government incentives for AFVs, and includes a database of contacts in the electric transportation industry. Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee (MSRC) www.msrc-cleanair.org The MSRC was formed in 1990 by the California legislature. The MSRC Web site offers information on a variety of topics regarding California air quality and programs underway to improve it, including a number of EV-related programs and incentives. San Bernardino Associated Governments (SANBAG) www.sanbag.ca.gov SANBAG is the Council of Governments and Transportation Commission for San Bernardino County. The site has various information about current transportation projects underway in the San Bernardino area, as well as information for commuters. Further, the Web site contains funding alerts for individuals and companies looking to obtain project funding and/or assistance. Ohio Fuel Cell Coalition  fuelcellsohio.org OFCC represents the Ohio fuel cell community to multiple audiences, seeks to expand market access, foster technological innovation and advance the competitiveness of the Ohio fuel cell community.   OFCC member organizations value our collaborative work in public education, information sharing and better linking the academic and industrial communities.  OFCC provides thought leadership on issues and policies that affect the worldwide fuel cell industry via advocacy and government relations. General Electric Drive Information Sites Many Web sites disseminate information on EDs or report industry news and developments. A few of these, which "house" specific EV-related information, are provided below. Advanced Transportation Technology Institute www.atti-info.org The Advanced Transportation Technology Institute (ATTI), a nonrofit organization, promotes the design, production and use of battery-powered electric and hybrid-electric behicles. The organization supports individuals and organizations intereted in learning more about electric and hybrid-electric vehicles, particularly electric buses.Alternative Fuel Vehicle Institute http://www.afvi.org/electric.html Alternative Fuel Vehicle Institute  www.afvi.org/electric AFVI was formed by Leo and Annalloyd Thomason, who each have more than 20 years experience in the alternative fuels industry.  In 1989, following more than five years’ natural gas vehicle market development work for Southwest Gas Corporation and Lone Star Gas Company, the Thomasons founded Thomason & Associates.  The company quickly became a nationally known consulting firm that specialized in the market development and use of alternative transportation fuels, particularly natural gas.  In this capacity, they incorporated the California Natural Gas Vehicle Coalition and worked extensively with the California Legislature, the California Air Resources Board, the South Coast Air Quality Management District and other government agencies to establish policies and programs favorable towards alternative fuels.  Thomason & Associates also conducted market research and analyses, developed dozens of alternative fuel vehicle (AFV) business plans, and assisted clients in creating markets for their AFV products and services. Association for Electric and Hybrid Vehicles www.asne.nl/ ASNE is the Dutch division of "Association Européenne des Véhicules Electriques Routiers (AVERE)," an association founded under the auspices of the European Community. The goal of ASNE is to encourage the easy use of totally or partly (hybrid) electric vehicles and vehicles with other alternative propulsion systems in road traffic. California Fuel Cell Partnership  www.cafcp.org Introduced in April 1999 and comprised of the world's largest automakers, energy providers, fuel cell manufacturers, and government agencies, the California Fuel Cell Partnership (CaFCP) evaluates fuel cell vehicles in real-world driving conditions, explores ways to bring fuel cell vehicles to market, and educates the public on the benefits of the technology. The CaFCP primary goals aim to demonstrate vehicle technology by operating and testing the vehicles under real-world conditions in California; demonstrate the viability of alternative fuel infrastructure technology, including hydrogen and methanol stations; explore the path to commercialization, from identifying potential problems to developing solutions; and increase public awareness and enhance opinion about fuel cell electric vehicles, preparing the market for commercialization. Fuel Cells 2003 www.fuelcells.org The online Fuel Cell Information Center. Hydrogen Now www.hydrogennow.org The mission of Hydrogen Now! is to educate and motivate the public to seek and use hydrogen and renewable energy technologies for greater energy independence and improved air quality. National Hydrogen Association www.hydrogenus.org The National Hydrogen Association is a membership organization founded by a group of ten industry, university, research, and small business members in 1989. Today the NHA's membership has grown to nearly 70 members, including representatives from the automobile industry; aerospace; federal, state, and local government; energy providers; and many other industry stakeholders. The NHA serves as a catalyst for information exchange and cooperative projects and provides the setting for mutual support among industry, government, and research/academic organizations. ZEVInfo www.zevinfo.com Designed by the California ZEV Education and Outreach Group, which was established under the California Air Resources Board's (CARB) ZEV Program. The basis of the Website is to serve as a "one-stop-shop" for information on electric drive products in California. Moreover, and websites' goal is to inform the public of the benefits and availability of advanced electric drive technologies, from early deployment and on into the future. Other Related Web sites Canadian Environment Industry Association www.ceia-acie.ca The Canadian Environment Industry Association (CEIA) is the national voice of the Canadian environment industry. CEIA is a business association that, along with its provincial affiliates, represents the interests of 1,500 companies providing environmental products, technologies, and services. Fuel Cell Bus Club www.fuel-cell-bus-club.com The Fuel Cell Bus Club comprises the participants of the European fuel cell bus projects who intend to introduce fuel cell transit buses to their fleets and establish a hydrogen refueling infrastructure in their cities. Natural Gas Vehicle Coalition www.ngvc.org The NGVC is a national organization dedicated to the development of a growing, sustainable, and profitable natural gas vehicle market. The NGVC represents more than 180 natural gas companies; engine, vehicle and equipment manufacturers; and service providers, as well as environmental groups and government organizations interested in the promotion and use of natural gas as a transportation fuel. Technology Transition Corporation  www.ttcorp.com Since 1986, Technology Transition Corporation (TTC) has been creating and managing collaborative efforts to accelerate the commercial use of new technologies. We design and implement strategic initiatives to help emerging technologies move from the research and development environment to profitable and sustainable businesses. National Station Car Association: Although closed at the end of 2004, the National Station Car Association worked for 10 years to guide the development and testing of the concept of using battery powered cars for access and egress to and from mass transit stations, and to make mass transit a convenient door-to-door service.  The NSCA released a report National Station Car Association History.doc  which gives an overview of the program's history. Fair-PR  www.fair-pr.com/background/about.php The largest international commercial exhibition on Hydrogen and Fuel Cells at the Hannover Fair in Germany, featuring over 100 companies and research institutions from 30 countries.