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Palmetto Clean Fuels Coalition

The Palmetto Clean Fuels Coalition works with vehicle fleets, fuel providers, community leaders, and other stakeholders to identify community-driven choices that save energy and promote the use of alternative fuels and advanced vehicle technologies in transportation.

Contact Information

1901 Main Street, Suite 1500
Columbia, SC 29201

General Stats

  • Designated: January 28, 2004
  • Population: 5,296,225 (based on 2024 Census estimate)
  • Area: 30,850 sq. mi.
  • Local/Regional Service Area: Entire state of South Carolina including tribal lands

Alternative Fueling Stations

Including public and private stations

  • Biodiesel (B20 and above): 6
  • Electric (charging outlets): 2,299
  • Ethanol (E85): 64
  • Hydrogen: 0
  • Natural Gas: 13
  • Propane: 46

Energy Use Impact*

Annual Energy Impact
Annual Energy Impact by Alternative Fuel Vehicle Project Type

Emissions Reduced*

Annual Emissions Reduced
Emissions Reduced by Alternative Fuel Vehicle Project Type
*2023 DOE-Verified Metrics

Rene Kelly

Rene Kelly is a Clean Cities coalition director for Palmetto Clean Fuels Coalition.

Videos

Students Whip up Biodiesel in South Carolina
Alternative Fuels Corridor