Peggy O’Neill-Vivanco, Director
Peggy (she/her) is the Coalition Director of Vermont Clean Communities, a US Department of Energy-designated coalition. She brings together stakeholders in the public and private sectors across Vermont to help fleets shift to affordable, efficient, and clean transportation fuels and technologies. Her work with stakeholders covers a wide range of topics including idle reduction technologies; electric lawn equipment; electric bicycles; transit options for rural and underserved areas; car sharing and other equitable transportation options.
Peggy holds an MA from New York University. She is a year-round bike commuter, and advocates for safe transportation options for all.
Lorelei Gennett, Operations & Outreach Coordinator
Lorelei (she/her) started with the Coalition as Community Engagement Intern in 2024 and became Project Coordinator in 2025. She has now transitioned to the role of Operations and Outreach Coordinator, where she will be working remotely behind the scenes to streamline VTCC databases and coordinate communications and analytics, along with assisting Peggy in managing various projects. Lorelei graduated from the University of Vermont in 2025 with a B.A. in English. Away from the Coalition, she enjoys watching Formula 1, taking long walks, and hanging out with her dog, Toby.
Mindy Yan, Transit & Outreach Associate
Mindy (she/her) is a recent graduate of the University of Vermont, with a B.A. in Anthropology and Environmental Studies. Four years in Burlington without a car left her with both a great love for walking as well as a personal investment in building public transit systems and alternative transportation options that meet the community’s needs! At the Coalition, Mindy will be working to develop a Transportation Energy Landscape for Vermont, along with various education and engagement projects.
Elise Deuel, Communications & Outreach Intern
Elise (she/her) is a recent Champlain College graduate with a B.S. in Business Administration and a minor in Sustainable Business. Throughout school, Elise became passionate about sustainability and the Vermont community through visits to local organizations, businesses, and ecosystems. She hopes to become more involved and knowledgeable about clean transportation and the communities that utilize it through her time at VTCC.
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