August 15, 2025

Sacramento Clean Cities' goal is to reduce fossil petroleum consumption in the transportation and energy sectors.

Sacramento Clean Cities Coalition is rebranding to NorCal Clean Cities and Communities

Job Openings

Available Grants - Funding for a wide range of transportation and energy programs and projects

SCC Sponsors and Partners in the News - The latest news about our coalition Regulations and requirements that may affect your operations

Alternative Fuel & Zero-Emission Insights - Learn what’s new and what’s coming soon

Conferences, Programs - Educational, networking and presentation opportunities

Presentations Slides and Videos from Previous Sacramento Clean Cities Webinars

• Presentation Slides and Recordings Posted Here

City of Carlsbad

The City of Carlsbad Fleet Operation is recruiting for technician and analyst positions.

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Equipment Technician I/II

Management Analyst

CARB CORE Vouchers Opening August 19

• Eligibility is limited to small businesses and public agencies for this fiscal year 
• Eligibility will be for businesses with average annual gross receipts of $15 million or less 
• The funding window will be open for three months 
• Funds will be first come, first served until funds are expended 

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DCFC Grant Program Returns

The Fast Charge California Project (FCCP) is the latest CALeVIP initiative funded by the CEC and managed by the Center for Sustainable Energy.  

• $55M in Grants Available 
• Incentives for public DCFC Installations 
• Project Launch: July 2025, First come, first served 

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Port Infrastructure Program 

• Administered by the Maritime Administration (MARAD) 
• Projects that improve the safety, efficiency, or reliability of the movement of goods into, out of, around, or within a port 
• Application deadline September 10, 2025 

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Communities in Charge Application Window Is Now Open

CALSTART announces the launch of Communities in Charge providing $30M in incentives for schools, health care centers, local businesses and communities. 

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NEVI Unleashed

Secretary Sean Duffy at the Department of Transportation has released revised guidance for the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program. The updates streamline applications, provide states with more flexibility, and slash red tape 

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Federal Grants Process Reviewed

President Trump signed an Executive Order establishing a new grant review process to prioritize grants that advance national interests and removes priorities for universities and nonprofits that have repeatedly received

awards in the past. 

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EPA Strengthens American Renewable Fuel Production

The US EPA has proposed renewable fuel standards that strengthen American production with three major renewable fuel proposals: 

• Strong growth targets for key renewable fuels. 
• America First policy that reduces the value of renewable fuels and feedstocks from foreign countries. 
• Removes electricity as a qualifying renewable fuel. 

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New eBike Licensing

The “Student Bicycle License Scheme) is a trial program being implemented in New South Wales, Australia, to attempt to reduce the growing accident rate of youths on eBikes.  

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Liquified Natural Gas Sales Surge

The United States has become the worlds largest supplier of Liquified Natural Gas (LNG), passing production by Australia and Qatar. 

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Worlds First 5MW AEM Electrolyzer

A steel producer in China is building the first Anion Exchange Membrane (AEM) electroyzer that will be powered by 17MW of photovoltaic “Green” electricity to produce hydrogen for low-carbon steel production. 

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HD Engine OEMs Agree to Undo CA Emission Agreement

Heavy-duty engine manufacturers have agreed to undo their emissions agreement with CARB as a resolution to a Federal Trade Commission anti trust probe focusing on the “California Clean Truck Partnership.” 

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Current LCFS Credit Value: $57.25

Recent CARB LCFS Pathway Filings

Lake Tahoe Electric Transportation Forum

August 20 - Tahoe Blue Event Center. Stateline, NV 

Fleet Track

• Data Analytics and Right Sizing for Maximum Fleet Efficiency & Cost-Effectiveness 
• Identifying Internal Efficiencies  
• Analyzing Life Cycles  
• Maintenance Effectiveness  
• Predictive Analytics  
• Cooperative Procurement Strategies 

General Sessions

• Explore the Future of Electric Mobility 
• Connect with Industry Leaders 
• Discover Sustainable Solutions 

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Sustainable Fleet Technology Conference & Expo

August 25-27 - Winston Salem, NC

• Leading fleets and technology providers 
• Transportation technologies, fuels and trends 
• Data driven decisions and tools 
• $100 Students 
• $249 Group Pricing Per Person (for groups of 3 or more) 
• $399 General Admission 

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Green Technology Summit and Expo (GTSE) 2025

August 26 - 28 - Tacoma 



• The Green Transportation Summit & Expo (GTSE) is the West Coast’s premier fleet modernization and sustainable transportation event including Diversifying Green Transportation, Ride and Drive
• GTSE offers attendees an inside look at the latest in fleet technologies and innovation and provides informative sessions featuring a who’s who of national and regional transportation leaders.

Register here

FORTH Conference

October 14-16 - Detroit

• Beyond Transportation: How EVs can power homes, businesses, and the grid 
• Fleet Electrification: Lessons learned from real-world public and private fleet transitions. 
• EV Messaging & Engagement: Breaking through misinformation to boost equitable EV adoption. 
• Shared & Electric: How rideshare, carshare, and e-bikes are reshaping urban mobility.

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Green California Schools & Higher Education Summit & Exposition

November 13 - Pasadena 

• Key decision makers for school and higher education institutions  
• Influencers who design and manage green school programs 

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EVS 39

June 21-24 2026 - Long Beach 

• Early Registration Discount Code “EVS39FLASH10” 

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