NGVAmerica is a national organization that is committed to the development and commercialization of vehicles powered by natural gas

Natural gas

Natural gas is a naturally occurring gas mixture consisting primarily of methane, typically with 0–20% higher hydrocarbons . It is found associated with other hydrocarbon fuel, in coal beds, as methane clathrates, and is an important fuel source and a major feedstock for fertilizers.Most natural...

 or hydrogen

Hydrogen

Hydrogen is the chemical element with atomic number 1. It is represented by the symbol H. With an average atomic weight of , hydrogen is the lightest and most abundant chemical element, constituting roughly 75% of the Universe's chemical elemental mass. Stars in the main sequence are mainly...

, which are key alternatives to petroleum

Petroleum

Petroleum or crude oil is a naturally occurring, flammable liquid consisting of a complex mixture of hydrocarbons of various molecular weights and other liquid organic compounds, that are found in geologic formations beneath the Earth's surface. Petroleum is recovered mostly through oil drilling...

. NGVAmerica represents more than 120 groups in the USA including: engine and vehicle manufacturers; fleet operators; natural gas companies; as well as environmental groups and government organizations.

NGVAmerica is co-sponsor of the NGV Achievement Awards which recognize individuals and organizations for important contributions toward the advancement of natural gas vehicles.