March 27, 2026

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

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

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

Placer County Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Plan

The Draft Placer County Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Plan is available for review, and the public comment period is open until April 17.



Download the Plan here

HVIP Reopened

CARB’s HVIP program reopened on December 16 at 9am. A program addendum has been released that has important program changes that impact voucher eligibility and requirements including:

• Eligible fleets can use HVIP vouchers to purchase Class 2b pickups
• Clean Fuel Rewards can now stack with HVIP for Class 8 truck purchases

Read more here

Communities in Charge – Funding Round 4 Open 

• Funding for the installation of Level 1 smart outlets  
• This funding wave focuses exclusively on multi-family housing and adjacent sites

Read more here

EPA $4.7B Educational Grant

• Under the National Environmental Education and Training Program
• Supports training programs for educators and professionals to improve how environmental topics are taught and communicated
• EPA anticipates one award to have a two-year project period
• Eligible entities include Institutions of Higher Education (IHEs), Nonprofit organizations, and consortiums of IHEs, or a combination of both. 
• This funding is meant to build a more environmentally literate public by equipping educators with better knowledge and tools. 
• Applicants are encouraged to address: 
• Environmental Stewardship 
• Outdoor Education 
• Environmental Risk Issue Investigations 
• AI-Enhanced Environmental Education 
• Applications are due by April 27, 2026.

Read more here

U.S. DOE’s Advanced Reactor Demonstration Program Moves Forward

TerraPower received a permit to begin construction from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission under the US DOE’s Advanced Reactor Demonstration Program. TerraPower had begun construction of the non-nuclear structures at their Kemmerer, Wyoming site, but will now begin construction of the nuclear power components.

Read more here

GFX 2026

June 9 – 12 - Long Beach

• Government Fleet Expo & Conference (GFX)
• Largest annual conference for public fleets in the nation
• Robust conference program
• Large and immersive exhibit hall 
• Mix of ride and drives, hands-on training, experiential learning, and a technology showcase

Read more here

Geotab’s Guide to Maximizing Uptime

Geotab has a guide for using data-driven information to maximize uptime, limit high repair costs, reduce safety risks, predict maintenance needs and identify parts that will be needed. (Note: This white paper was developed for bus fleets, but the information applies across all fleets.)

Read more here

US DOT Sues California

The US Department of Transportation has filed a law suit against the state of California claiming that the California GHG and ZEV rules are illegal because they are preempted by federal law.

Read more here

Honda Drops Three EVs

Honda has announced that they plan to reverse the introduction of three BEVs, the Honda 0 SUV, Honda 0 Saloon and Acura RS. This reversal of plans is based on the elimination of federal tax credits and the imposition of tariffs. 

Read more here

California Average Grid Electricity Carbon Intensity 65.07

Methane Pyrolysis – Zero and Near-Zero GHG Hydrogen

Using pyrolysis, hydrogen can be produced with no CO2 and with the creation of a secondary marketable commodity, black carbon. If renewable electricity is used to produce the necessary heat and renewable natural gas is used as the feedstock, the carbon footprint is negative.

Read more here

Current LCFS Credit Value: $62.50

California New Motor Vehicle Board's Industry Roundtable

April 8 - Sacramento

• California Transportation Agency's Core Four priorities of Safety, Equity, Climate Action, and Economic Prosperity 
• Board's goals - Pathways to Prosperity 
• Roundtable Sessions 
• Spotlight on Safety 
• California's Zero Emission Vehicle Transition 
• Meet the Regulation Experts 

Read more here

NAFA 2026 Institute & Expo

April 13-15 – Cleveland 

• 40+ Educational Sessions 
• Innovative Products
• State-of-the-Art Exhibits
• Expanded Ride & Drive
• OEM Panel Discussions
• Industry Leading Keynotes
• Unparalleled Networking
• Pre-Conference Events
• Relationship Building
• Specialty Learning
• 100 Best Fleets

 Read more here

CARB LCFS Verifier Training

April 13-17 - Los Angeles

• CARB is accepting applications for accreditation of LCFS verification bodies and individual verifiers 
• More information will soon be posted on the LCFS Verification website 
• CARB will NOT offer LCFS verifier accreditation training in 2027 and 2028 

Read more here

Clean Truck Check Training

April 22 -  Webinar

CARB Testing Requirements for California Registered Trucks and Motorhomes

• Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. - Zoom Meeting: Register here 
• Fact Sheets, Guides, & Videos, Reporting Resources” Information here 

Fleet Electrification

April 22 - ACT Expo Webinar

• Turning EV Plans into Operational Strategy 
• Why Site Assessments Are Critical 
• Charging Strategies that Match Fleet Duty Cycles 
• Managing Costs and Deployment Timelines 
• Building Infrastructure That Can Grow with Your Fleet: 
• Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 11:00 

Read more here

ACT Expo 2026

May 4-7 – Las Vegas Convention Center

• Fleet-Focused Educational Conference 
• Trends, technologies, and policies transforming commercial transportation 
• Hear advanced commercial vehicle case studies from early adopter fleets  
• Learn how to take advantage of vehicle and infrastructure funding opportunities  
• Stay ahead of the rapidly evolving regulatory landscape 
• Discover the latest technologies, solutions, and services to support fleet optimization
• Advanced telematics and geolocation 
• Connected vehicle and V2X systems 
• Autonomous and automated technologies 
• Over-the-air updates and software-defined vehicles 
• Predictive maintenance and smart-trailer systems 
• Next-generation tires, ADAS, and safety technologies 
• Practical use of AI to turn vehicle data into action

Read more here 

CARB Hearing on GHG & Cap & Trade Regulations

May 28 - Webinar and In-person in Sacramento

• Board Meeting Consider Adopting 
• Proposed Amendments to the Regulation for the California Cap on Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Market-Based Compliance Mechanisms (Cap-and-Invest Regulation, formerly Cap-and-Trade).
• Public agenda plus Zoom link posted 10 days before the hearing

Read more here

World’s Largest Electric Boat Demo

June 6 - Lake Berryessa

• More electric boats on the water at one time than ever before in the United States 
• Presented by Zero Emission Marine Accelerator (ZEMA), Cal EPIC & Pleasure Cove Marina 
• Pleasure Cove Marina – Lake Berryessa 

Open to the Public – No registration required 

Click here for more information

California Hydrogen Summit

June 8-9 - Sacramento



• Convening lawmakers, industry, legislative and administrative leaders, and clean energy stakeholders 
• Registration details available soon 

Read about sponsorship opportunities here

EVS 39

June 21-24 - Long Beach

• Electrifying Innovation 
• Premier showcase for industry innovation 
• Longest-running international conference devoted to electric transportation and technologies



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

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

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

Agenda & session descriptions coming soon