Center for Transportation and the Environment (CTE) Competitor Insights

Major Markets

United States

Canada

Mexico

Key Competitors

CALSTART

Transportation Research Board (TRB)

Electric Drive Transportation Association (EDTA)

Top Marketing Channels

CALSTART

Content Marketing
Examples: White papers, Case studies, Industry reports
Campaigns: Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Project (HVIP), Global Commercial Vehicle Drive to Zero program, Clean Off-Road Equipment (CORE) Voucher Project

Events & Conferences
Examples: Symposia, Webinars, Annual Forum
Campaigns: Zero-Emission Global Summit, CALSTART Annual Meeting, Fleet Electrification Workshop Series

Digital Marketing
Examples: LinkedIn, Newsletter, Website SEO
Campaigns: Drive to Zero Campaign, Policy Advocacy Updates, Member Spotlight Series

Direct Outreach
Partnership proposals, Grant collaboration, Project consultation
HVIP Manufacturer Outreach, CORE Program Partnership Drive, Global Drive to Zero Implementation

Networking Events
Industry conferences, Trade shows, Member-exclusive gatherings
CALSTART Forum Partner Recruitment, EV Fleet Expo Sales Initiative, Clean Technology Showcase

Referral Programs
Member referrals, Government agency recommendations, OEM partnerships
Partnership Growth Program, Policy Implementation Support, Technology Adoption Incentives

Strong industry partnerships

Expertise in diverse clean transportation technologies

Proven track record in grant and voucher programs

Potential for bureaucratic processes due to scale

May have broad focus diluting niche expertise

Reliance on government funding can be volatile

Growing global demand for ZEVs

Increased government incentives for clean fleets

Expansion into emerging clean energy sectors (e.g.

hydrogen in marine)

Intense competition from other non-profits and consulting firms

Policy changes impacting clean transportation mandates

Rapid technological advancements requiring constant adaptation