Gladstein, Neandross & Associates

SANTA MONICA, CA - May 17, 2010 - Funding dollars are now available through the California Energy Commission (CEC) and the Employment Training Panel (ETP) to support training of employees in all aspects of alternative fuel vehicle technologies.  A broad range of businesses and public and private agencies are eligible for this funding and therefore interested parties are encouraged to apply immediately.

This is an excellent opportunity for businesses that are moving forward with the adoption of alternative fuel and emission reduction technologies.  This funding will ensure employees are fully prepared to operate and maintain new alternative fuel vehicles and equipment safely, efficiently and effectively.  Funding may be used for employee trainings in areas including, but not limited to:

• Safe and efficient use of alternative fuel equipment;
• Fleet conversions, servicing and maintenance;
• Station installation and operations;
• Equipment manufacturing and handling;
• Alternative and renewable fuel feedstock production and extraction;
• Renewable fuel production, distribution, transport and storage;
• High-performance and low emission vehicle technology;
• Automotive computer systems;
• Other sectors or occupations related to the AB 118 Program's purpose

Companies and organizations that can take advantage of this funding include: alternative fuel vehicle OEMs, electric vehicle OEMs, refuse fleets, schools and academic institutions (i.e. community colleges, universities), utilities, trucking companies, alternative fuel providers, producers and distributors, clean vehicle technology developers, and more.

Funding is available on a first come first served basis.  The application process has begun and will close when funding has been exhausted.  Applicants are encouraged to act quickly.  Depending on specific requirements, Gladstein, Neandross & Associates (GNA) may be able to assist with the application process.  Please contact Elizabeth Bowman at 310-573-8561 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for more information.

About AB118
The Alternative and Renewable Fuel and Vehicle Technology Program was passed into law in 2007, allocating $120 million per year for seven years to the California Energy Commission for funding projects to develop and deploy alternative and renewable fuel technologies and air quality improvement projects.

About GNA
With headquarters in Santa Monica, California, and in New York, New York, Gladstein, Neandross & Associates (GNA) is one of the nation’s leading environmental consulting firms specializing in emission reduction, energy and transportation policy, carbon management, and market development for clean, alternative fuel and efficient vehicle technologies. GNA works with businesses, governments and communities to expand markets for environmentally responsible products and services and to develop strategies and raise awareness about projects and technologies that promote a sustainable economy, environment and communities. Over the last 15 years, GNA has successfully secured over $210 million on behalf of its clients and the multiple clean energy and transportation technology projects on which it has collaborated.

Contact:  Anne Hellwig, 310-573-8558, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it