| |
NorCal Clean Cities' goal is to reduce fossil petroleum consumption in the transportation and energy sectors. | | In this eNewsletter from NorCal Clean Cities and Communities | |
|
Special Announcements
Available Grants - Funding for a wide range of transportation and energy programs and projects
NCCC Sponsors and Partners in the News - The latest news about our coalition Regulations and requirements that may affect your operations
Fleet Academy News - Updates on fleet training, technical support, and education
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 NorCal Clean Cities Webinars
-
Presentation Slides and Recordings Posted Here
| | |
Sac Metro Air District School Bus Funding
- Program opens Monday, July 20th and closes Friday, August 21st
- $3M Available: EV School Bus funded at 100%, Ultra Low-NOx Propane Bus funded at 50%
- No restrictions on requested number of replacement projects
- Funding will be assigned using round robin style (one bus at a time, following the application date stamps of complete applications) until funds are exhausted
- All Sacramento County School Districts qualify for this funding
Application Link Opens Monday July 20 here
| |
| |
| |
Janet Malig Appointed President of the California Transit Training Consortium
Long Beach Clean Cities Director Janet Malig has been appointed President of the California Transit Training Consortium. Under her leadership, she has expanded educational opportunities across California and advanced workforce training in emerging transportation technologies.
Read more about the CTTC here
| | |
Fairfield Fleet – Parts/Stores Specialist I/II
The City of Fairfield is seeking a Parts/Stores Specialist I/II
- Inventory operations, managing the procurement, storage, and distribution of critical parts and supplies
- Excellent opportunity to serve your community while building a stable, rewarding career with competitive benefits
Read more here
| | Grants Accepting Applications | |
|
CEC GFO-25-902 - Cost-Share for Federal Geothermal Energy Funding Opportunities
The purpose of this solicitation is to provide CEC cost-share funding for applicants who apply for and receive an award under an eligible federal Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) and meet the requirements of this solicitation.
- Letter of intent due one week prior to the federal funding submission deadline
- Application due no later than 30 days after federal funding award
Read more here
| | NorCal Clean Cities And Communities' Sponsors & Partners Make the News! | | |
SMUD Chargers – Three Sites in Sacramento
SMUD, in partnership with ChargerHelp! and ADCOM will deploy 150kw to 200kw DCFC at three sites in Sacramento:
- Sacramento International Airport
- Sacramento Valley (Amtrak) Station
- California State University
Read more here
| | |
SacEV Upcoming Ride & Drive Events
- North Natomas Farmers Market: Sep 19, 2026, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Capital Air Show at Mather Airport: Oct 10, 2026 and Oct 11, 2026.
| | |
AFVi HD NG Maintenance Training: AFVi’s Heavy-duty Natural Gas Technician Training
- Live instruction from an industry expert
- Immediate answers to technical questions
- Real-time feedback during class discussions
- In-depth training on heavy-duty natural gas fuel systems and Cummins natural gas engines
Read more here
| | |
|
Save The Date – September 14 – Sonoma Raceway
Fleet Manager Educational Event - Produced by NorCal MEMA, in partnership with East Bay Clean Cities and Fleet Academy partners NorCal Clean Cities and Silicon Valley Clean Cities
- Fleet Management Strategies for Efficiency and Compliance
- Leading Professionals Delivering Presentations & Case Studies
- Fleet Panels with Success Stories and Compliance Strategies
- Alt Fuel and Zero Emission Vehicle and Equipment Displays
- Fleet Management Tools & Software
Registration details coming soon
| |
Upcoming Fleet Academy Events
- Lunch & Learn at Enoven Truck Body in Redding – October date TBA
- Green Fleet Conference and Equipment Display – March 23, 24, 25 in Roseville
| | Alternative Fuels Insights | | |
California Clean Fuel Reward Program
CARB has initiated the Clean Fuel Reward Program for commercial vehicle buyers (public or governmental agencies, businesses, and/or nonprofit organizations) who purchase or lease eligible new battery-electric vehicle (BEVs) from a participating retailer. The incentives range from $7,500 for Class 2b up to $120,000 for Class 8.
Read more here
| |
Engine OEMs Addressing DEF Issues
Cummins and PACCAR are updating diesel engine software to give truck operators more time to address certain diesel exhaust fluid system issues before vehicles reach the most restrictive operating limits.
Read more here
| | |
VW Cutting Half Their Product Lineup
Volkswagen’s EV sales internationally dropped 4.2% in Q2 of 2026, but dropped 49% in the US and dropped 35.6% in China causing VW to significantly reduce their product lineup.
Read more here
| |
| |
| |
US Energy’s Volt Vault – Charging Flexibility
US Energy’s Volt Vault provides immediate on-site power for EVSEs that is independent of grid power availability and can be moved to any location where charging power is needed.
Read more here
| | |
Caltrans Equity Advisory Committee Meeting in August
- Join the statewide Equity Advisory Committee on August 19th, 2026
- Meeting in San Diego or via Zoom
Read more here
| |
| |
SEA WATTS - Experience Electric Boating
- Discover electric boats
- Find charging locations and electric-ready marinas
- Search the electric boat recreational and commercial marketplace,
- Connect with dealers and service providers,
- Book electric boat rentals and tours
- Explore upcoming events and demos
Read more here
| | California Average Grid Electricity Carbon Intensity $65.07 | Current LCFS Credit Value $72.00 | |
|
July 21 – CARB Monthly Community Meeting, Virtual
- Update on State Budget for Clean Transportation Incentives
- Recap of Drive Forward Community Listening Sessions
- June Board Item: Fiscal Year Funding Plan 2025-2026 and Fiscal Year Funding Plan 2026-27
- New California Clean Fuel Reward Program
Read more here
| |
Zero-Emission Forklift (ZEF) Regulation for State and Local Government Fleets Webinar
July 22
| |
ZEF Compliance Webinar
-
July 22, 10 AM – 12 noon Register here
Read more here
| |
Electric Bus Ride & Drive Event
July 21-Woodland
July 23 - Napa
- BusWest Presents “Wattson” Electric Type D School Bus
- Wattson EV Technical Overview
- Wattson Walkaround
- Wattson Ride & Drive
- July 21 10am – 1:30pm at BusWest’s Woodland Facility
201 N. East Street, Woodland, CA 95776
Lunch will be provided
- July 23, 8:30am – 12:00pm, Napa Valley Unified School District
1340 Menlo Ave., Napa, CA 94558
Breakfast Refreshments will be provided
-
RSVP by July 15 to Tania Kaylor 530.945.7369 or John Vaughn 916.996.1837
| |
Practical Strategies for Reducing Fuel Costs Today
July 22
- Reducing Unnecessary Idling,
- Renewable Fuels that Lower GHG and Pollution Without Engine Modifications
- Renewable natural gas (RNG), renewable propane (RP), Renewable diesel (RD)
Read more here
| |
2026 Sustainable Fleet Technology Conference & Expo
August 25-27 - Durham, NC
- Leading fleets and technology providers
- Showcasing the latest and greatest transportation technologies, fuels and trends
- Focus on data driven decisions and tools
- On-the-ground experiences for increasing fleet efficiency and resiliency, while reducing emissions and costs
Read more here
| |
FORTH Conference
September 13-15 - Seattle
- Expanding the Conversation: EV Education, Access, and Adoption
- Emerging Technologies: AI, Autonomous, and V2X
- Utilities at the EV Crossroads: Balancing Near-Term Costs with Long-Term Opportunity
Read more here
| |
Green California Summit
September 15-16 – Pasadena
- Regulatory updates including CALGreen and energy code changes, stormwater and water conservation efforts
- Practical pathways forward through energy efficiency, resilience, zero net energy strategies, transportation electrification, recycled water systems, organic waste diversion under SB 1383, zero net carbon, and energy benchmarking programs
- How sustainability can be integrated into the curriculum, how environmental literacy can bridge the gap between facilities and the classroom, and how schools can implement best practices both operationally and academically
Read more here
| |
EPIC Symposium
September 29 – Sacramento
- Electric Program Investment Charge (EPIC) is funded by the California Energy Commission and the three largest investor-owned electric utilities
- Discover the latest in research and technology development being advanced in the EPIC portfolio
- EPIC advances clean electricity innovation and entrepreneurship
- This is a no-cost event but registration will be required (registration info coming soon)
Read more here
| |
NAFA Southwest Region Meeting
October 1 - Jack London Aquatics Center Banquet Hall, Oakland
- 100 Best Fleets Roundtable and Networking Event! The Regional Council is excited to bring this i
- Recognizes peak-performing fleet operations
- Encourages ever-increasing levels of performance improvement and innovation
Registration Fee: $45 for NAFA Members and $65 for Non-Members and Guests (Includes a light breakfast, lunch, afternoon snack and all educational sessions)
Register here
| |
CHP 2027 Model Year Police Vehicle Evaluation
October 10-11 - West Sacramento
- CHP Academy, 3500 Reed Avenue, West Sacramento - 8am
- The CHP will evaluate acceleration (0-60, 50-100, 0-100 MPH), top speed, and braking, overall handling, endurance, and pursuit performance based on actual CHP pursuit scenarios.
- Police agencies nationwide and vendors specializing in police vehicle equipment are invited
Inquiries and RSVPs should be directed to Lieutenant Brad Hopkins at BHopkins@CHP.CA.GOV
| |
GTSE Joins RE+ For RE+26
November 16-19 – Las Vegas Convention Center
- The Green Transportation Summit and Expo, the largest vehicle technology event in the Northwest will merge with RE+, the largest clean energy event in North America to produce RE+26, November 16 – 29, 2026 in Las Vegas.
- Fleet managers, policymakers, and industry leaders
- Explore zero-emission vehicles, alternative fuels, and cutting-edge mobility solutions
- Learning, networking, and business growth across transportation and clean energy
Read more here
| | |
NorCal Clean Cities and Communities | Website | | | | | |
