Mammoth Cave National Park Chosen for Partnership

KCFC long-time member Mammoth Cave National Park was chosen to lead a national partnership between the U.S. Department of Energy and the National Park Service in 2010.

This initiative is designed to reduce petroleum use, improve air quality, curb congestion and educate visitors about the advantages of cleaner fuels.

MCNP was chosen as the first participant because of the proven commitment to cleaner fuels. In 1999, MCNP introduced E85 to their fleet and quickly became the first national park fleet in the nation to be 100% powered by clean fuels/technologies. Four additional Propane powered buses, two Propane powered pick up trucks and five Low Speed Electric vehicles are included for MCNP.

Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks will also participate in the program.

A variety of vehicle technologies are included in the $1.3 million dollar partnership. Propane, Electric, Ethanol (E85) and hybrids will be featured, along with an extensive education component.