Drive Clean Indiana champions biodiesel, ethanol, electricity, natural gas, propane, and hydrogen — domestically produced alternative fuels that strengthen Indiana jobs, advance energy independence, and power communities across all 92 counties.
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Drive Clean Indiana (DCI) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and Indiana’s only U.S. Department of Energy Clean Cities and Communities coalition — one of more than 75 nationwide. Designated on June 15, 1999, we have spent nearly three decades building partnerships that advance affordable domestic transportation fuels, energy security, and economic development across the Hoosier State.
Our focus is clear: biodiesel, ethanol, propane, and hydrogen. These are Hoosier fuels — grown, produced, and consumed right here in Indiana — creating jobs, strengthening rural economies, and fostering locally driven transportation energy choices. We advocate, educate, and connect organizations with the resources, tax incentives, and policy tools that make the transition to alternative fuels practical and profitable.
We track federal and state legislation, represent Indiana's alternative fuel interests in Washington, and help members navigate new tax incentives and energy policy wins.
Indiana ranks nationally in biofuel production. Corn-to-ethanol and soybean-to-biodiesel are economic cornerstones DCI actively promotes and protects.
We serve as a forward-thinking consulting partner for fleets, municipalities, rural cooperatives, and private organizations seeking alternative fuel guidance.
We direct organizations to the Alternative Fuel Data Center (AFDC) — the DOE's essential reporting and resource tool — to help interpret data for Indiana use cases.
Drive Clean Indiana supports six alternative fuel pathways — each one a proven strategy for reducing petroleum use, cutting emissions, and strengthening Indiana's energy independence.
A renewable fuel made from vegetable oils and animal fats, biodiesel reduces emissions and works in existing diesel engines with little or no modification.
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Electric vehicles produce zero direct emissions and cost less to operate. DCI supports EV adoption and charging infrastructure development across Indiana.
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Domestically produced from corn and other crops, ethanol blends reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support Indiana's agricultural economy.
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Hydrogen fuel cell vehicles emit only water vapor. As infrastructure grows, hydrogen represents a promising zero-emission pathway for fleets and transit.
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Compressed and liquefied natural gas offer a cleaner, lower-cost alternative to diesel — especially well-suited for heavy-duty fleets and transit buses.
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Propane autogas is an affordable, clean-burning fuel used in school buses, forklifts, and commercial fleets — with a well-established fueling infrastructure.
Learn More →Led by Executive Director Carl Lisek, the Drive Clean Indiana team brings decades of experience in alternative fuel advocacy, project management, grant writing, and stakeholder partnerships across the state of Indiana.
Led by Executive Director Carl Lisek, the Drive Clean Indiana team brings decades of experience in alternative fuel advocacy, project management, grant writing, and stakeholder partnerships across the state of Indiana.
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Kerlin Bus Sales & Leasing Inc.
EV Account Manager
DCI Board Vice President
Best Equipment Company
Central Indiana Sales
Board Treasurer
Crowley Engineering
President
Former DCI Board President
Graff Automotive
Fleet Director - Community Outreach
DCI Board Secretary
Houston Consulting
President
Lochmueller Group
Energy & Industrial Sector Client Manager
CMD Alternative Energy Solutions
Business Development Manager
Family Express
CFO
Stoops Freightliner-Quality Trailer
EV Specialist
Telamon
VP of Business Development
Electron Charger
Sr. Account Manager
Ozinga
Executive Vice President
Orange EV
Regional Sales Manager
UPS
Community Relations Manager
Revitalize Mixers
President
EGA Logistics
President & Owner
Our Members
Federal legislation, IRS tax advantages, and DOE policy decisions have a direct impact on Indiana’s alternative fuel producers, fleet operators, and consumers. DCI tracks it all.
The AFDC is the DOE's comprehensive resource for alternative fuel data, incentive programs, and policy updates. DCI uses it as our primary reference — we call it the clean fuel bible.
Visit the AFDCActive Legislation
Legislation supporting domestic ethanol and biodiesel producers is actively moving through Congress. Indiana's agricultural producers stand to benefit significantly from strengthened federal support for corn-to-ethanol and soybean-to-biodiesel pathways.
Active Legislation
Federal legislation supporting propane vehicle adoption for commercial and government fleets is advancing — creating new cost advantages for Indiana organizations transitioning to domestically produced autogas.
IRS Tax Advantage
New and expanded IRS tax advantages for alternative fuel vehicles and infrastructure are available to qualifying Indiana organizations. DCI can help you identify and access the credits most relevant to your fleet or operations.
DOE Guidance Pending
DCI is awaiting updated language and talking points from the U.S. Department of Energy. This section will be updated with new federal policy details as they are released. Check back or subscribe to our newsletter for the latest.
Advocacy Opportunity
Major new projects — including data centers, stadium developments, and autonomous vehicle infrastructure — represent significant opportunities to advance alternative fuel adoption. DCI advocates for Indiana projects to commit to domestic energy solutions from the ground up.
Impact & Transparency
Help us build a statewide snapshot of petroleum reduction and greenhouse gas emissions across Indiana. Awards are given each year at the Annual Conference & Expo.
Whether you're a fleet operator, municipality, rural cooperative, or private business — DCI offers consulting, advocacy, and forward-thinking guidance for any organization ready to embrace domestic alternative fuels and the tax incentives that come with them.
