Land-of-Sky Clean Vehicles Coalition

03/31/2026

Come see us at Hendo Earth Fest on April 18th!

For more event information, visit: https://www.hendersonvillenc.gov/advisory-boards-commissions-and-committees/environmental-sustainability-board/hendo-earth-fest

03/20/2026

The Town of Waynesville has welcomed six new electric vehicle charging stations to the Waynesville Recreation Park tennis courts.

03/15/2026

As Middle East conflicts drive up oil prices, an automotive engineer argues that electric vehicles are a solution to 'oil wars'.

09/22/2025

Our friends at Warren Wilson College and Critical Services Microgrid Group have been leading the way testing technologies so we can be a more resilient region.

Wonder how alt fuels performed in the storm- this group used theirs to work the farm, do laundry, and power the college when other fuels were hard to find.

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09/09/2025

We’re coming up on the anniversary of Hurricane Helene and we want to show you how useful alternative fuels performed during the hardest days.

We are blessed to work with fuels and people who could weather the storm. Our friend Michael used his electric truck to cut trees, deliver resources, and build a portable shower you should check out (link in comments)

The owner of the viral "Dirty Rivian" truck from Asheville found more than his missing truck, surprisingly still fully functional despite being washed away d...

06/21/2025

Powering projects through mobile technology including demonstrating V2L off of electric vehicles and mobile microgrids powering the stage at Conserving Carolina Riverfest in Rosman!

Come see us today from 10-3!

Earthshine Nature Programs Steve O'Neil Ian Baillie Sara Nichols Blue Ridge Electric Vehicle Club Footprint Project

04/19/2025

Join us in Hendersonville, NC City Government today for Earthfest and find your next ride!

04/03/2025

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Solar microgrids and other modern technologies could transform care delivery in disaster-prone, underserved areas.

02/21/2025

Are you part of a facility or organization in North Carolina that was impacted by Hurricane Helene or provides critical community services after a disaster? We’re partnering with Land of Sky Regional Council and NC Sustainable Energy Association to strengthen resilience in communities by offering solar microgrid support.

We need your help to assess where these vital resources can make the most impact. If your organization could benefit from solar panels, battery storage, or microgrids, we want to hear from you!

Let’s work together to make NC stronger and more resilient. Click the link below to learn more and submit your resilience hub for microgrid investments.

Intake Survey: https://form.jotform.com/250285897063163

02/06/2025

"With more people ditching the gas pump and going all-electric, North Carolina is facing a need for more EV mechanics and engineers. As community college educators, we’re in a unique position to prepare students for success in a rapidly changing automotive industry while fueling the expansion of sustainable driving in North Carolina." Dr. Laura Leatherwood

Thanks to Education NC for sharing this piece!

Read more: https://www.ednc.org/perspective-a-new-era-of-driving-building-the-electric-vehicle-infrastructure-through-community-college-Education NC



Land-of-Sky Clean Vehicles Coalition

11/09/2024

How did EVs do in the storm?

Great! They powered showers, chainsaws, cooking, internet, and medical needs and refueled on the sun during the worst days.

Come see us in Waynesville to hear the stories we can tell!

11/09/2024

Interested in checking out some of our microgrid work? Join us tomorrow in Waynesville!

Members of the Blue Ridge EV Club and Land of Sky will be speaking at the event. Electric Vehicles have been playing an interesting role in Asheville during the recovery from the disaster including as a power source, link to satellite cell, and more. The first hour will be the speaker portion follow...