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Sacramento Clean Cities' goal is to reduce fossil petroleum consumption in the transportation and energy sectors.
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| In this eNewsletter from Sacramento Clean Cities | | |
Special Announcements - Events and opportunities
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
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Presentation Slides and Recordings Posted Here
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House Votes to Nix ACC and ACT
The House of Representatives has voted to rescind the Waivers previously granted to California to implement two regulations: Advanced Clean Cars (mandating OEMs only allow EVs to be sold beginning in 2035) and Advanced Clean Trucks (a similar mandate with different deadlines for truck OEMs). These bills will now move to the Senate.
Read more here
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CEC Pauses GFO-24-512
The CEC has issued a “Notice of Pause” on GFO-24-612 - Depot Charging and Hydrogen Refueling Infrastructure for Zero-Emission Medium- and Heavy-Duty On-Road, Off-Road, and Specialty Vehicles.
Read more here
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Fleet Vehicles & School Bus Symposium
June 5 at the California Mobility Center (EPIC)
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CHP Updates: BIT Inspection, Pre-trip Requirements, Safety Inspection CARB Regulatory Updates
- Grants, Incentives and Opportunities
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Panel on Propane School Buses
- Panel on EV Charging Management Software & Non-grid Charging Strategies
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Heavy-duty BEV Drivetrain Orientation and Safety
Displays:
- ZEV commercial fleet vehicles from GM, Ford, Rivian, Mullen, VW
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School and Shuttle Buses from A-Z Bus, Model 1, Bus West, indiGO Dash
- Grounds Maintenance Equipment from Fairway EV, Elk Grove Power Equipment and Kress
- Infrastructure from ABS, Phil Haupt, ChargePoint, Suburban Propane, Pioneer eMobility
Click here to view the agenda
VENDORS: Would you like to feature your product in the displays? Contact Gina O'Neal at goneal@cleancitiessacramento.org for more information.
| | Grants Accepting Applications | | |
We Prosper Together Catalyst “Pre-Development Projects” RFP
- Projects in the greater Sacramento Metro Area
- Funding for pre-development (planning) for future implementation
- Qualifying projects: Biotechnology ● Precision Manufacturing ● Working Lands ● Business Services Opportunity Sectors (Definitions on pages 7-8 of the RFP ● Construction ● Healthcare ● Tourism ● Creative Economy
- Applications due June 15
Read more here
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Sac Metro Air District Clean Air Projects Grant Open
Supplemental Environmental Projects (SEP)
- Eligible applicants include CBOs, NGOs, public/academic/tribal agencies
- Projects must benefit a District Priority Community and fall into one of these categories:
- Air Pollution Prevention or Reduction
- Air Quality Related Education or Compliance Training
- Community Air Monitoring
- Environmental Restoration and Protection
- Applications due by COB May 16
Read more here
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Charging Interoperability and Collaboration Yard – CEC GFO-24-609 “Charge Yard”
- Up to $4M in Grant Funds
- Provide an open and neutral space for industry collaboration, knowledge sharing, interoperability testing, and conformance testing for electric vehicle charging equipment
- Application Deadline: June 04, 2025
Read more here
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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
Read more here
| | Sacramento Clean Cities Sponsors & Partners Make the News! | | |
SacEV Public Meeting
May 14, 5:30-7:30pm Sacramento Automobile Museum
- 5:00 p.m. Test drives
- 5:30 p.m. Mixer with pizza and soft drinks. Talk with EV owners and tour the museum's "EV Exhibit Center Showpiece" which shows over 100 years of automotive innovation.
- 6:00 Program start
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Rivian EVs on the market. These are electric vehicles designed for adventure.
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Lucid EV on the market including the new Lucid Gravity.
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Italelectricars - a local family business in Davis has created an upcycled custom new EVs using classic Italian car bodies and an all electric drive train.
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Polaris Ranger Kinetic (Powertrain by Zero Motorcycles) and an American Landmaster UTV brought in by California Custom Trailers and Powersports Off-Road and Water EVs
- 7:00 Mixer, and talk one on one with the speakers and other EV Members
Read more here
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May 17 - Green Tech Electric Bike Showcase, Del Paso Heights, Sacramento
- Electric Bike Tech Training
- Industry Certification
- May 17, 10 - 2
- 3741 May Street, Sacramento
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AFVi CNG Technician Training
- Industry experts provide in-depth instruction
- CNG fuel system components.
- Recognizing cylinder expiration dates and proper labeling.
- Identifying signs of fuel system damage.
- Following all industry standards, including NFPA 52 and best practices.
- Early bird pricing is now available for June class when you register by May 21
Read more here
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SacRT Hiring
The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) is holding two in-person hiring events in May for all open SacRT positions.
- Wednesday, May 7th, 2 p.m. - 7 p.m.
- Thursday, May 22nd, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Read more here
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US DOE Facing Massive Staff Cuts
E&E News reports that the US DOE will downsize by 3,500 employees, about one fifth of the total DOE workforce. The Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations is expected to lose 75% of their staff.
Read more here
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DOE & EPA Budget Proposals
The President’s proposed budget will significantly reduce funding for Green New Deal programs and instead focus on technologies that promote firm baseload power and other priorities established in relevant Executive Orders, such as bioenergy. The President’s budget also proposes elimination of the DERA Grant Program.
Read more here
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NREL Staff Fired
Over 100 staff at the National Renewable Energy Lab (NREL) have been fired and more terminations are expected.
Read more here
| | Alternative Fuels Insights | | |
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Tesla Semi Growth
Dan Priestley, senior manager of the Tesla Semi program, has said the Tesla Semi will be in full commercial production by 2026 because according to Priestley, the Tesla Semi has the lowest total cost of ownership.
Read More here
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UC Davis Grant Cut
The US Department of Transportation has cancelled a $12M grant previously awarded to UC Davis’ National Center for Sustainable Transportation to research equitable decarbonization.
Read more here
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Self-Driving HDVs in CA
California DMV has announced regulations to allow the testing of self-driving heavy-duty trucks on public roads. trucks over 10,001lbs.
Read more here
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Massachusetts Backs Away from HD ZEVs
Massachusetts has chosen to delay their requirement for OEMs to sell HD ZEVs.
Read more here
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House Republicans Seek Energy Credit Repeal
38 House Republicans in the House Freedom Caucus have asked for a full repeal of all energy tax credits under the Inflation Reduction Act.
Read more here
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SacEV Public Meeting
May 14, 5:30-7:30pm Sacramento Automobile Museum
- 5:00 p.m. Test drives
- 5:30 p.m. Mixer with pizza and soft drinks. Talk with EV owners and tour the museum's "EV Exhibit Center Showpiece" which shows over 100 years of automotive innovation.
- 6:00 Program start
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Rivian EVs on the market. These are electric vehicles designed for adventure.
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Lucid EV on the market including the new Lucid Gravity.
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Italelectricars - a local family business in Davis has created an upcycled custom new EVs using classic Italian car bodies and an all electric drive train.
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Polaris Ranger Kinetic (Powertrain by Zero Motorcycles) and an American Landmaster UTV brought in by California Custom Trailers and Powersports Off-Road and Water EVs
- 7:00 Mixer, and talk one on one with the speakers and other EV Members
Read more here
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Sustainable Facilities Forum
May 15 - Sacramento
- EcoSynergy: California’s Collaborative Green Future as governments, businesses, communities, and individuals
Read more here
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California Hydrogen Leadership Summit
June 3, 4 – Sacramento
- Convening state and local policymakers, industry leaders, and community advocates
- Real-world projects, community benefits
- Evolving interplay between state and federal initiatives
Read more here
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CTE One-on-One Transit Conference
June 16-18 – Binghamton, NY
- Connect with Key Industry Suppliers: One-on-One
- No Cost for Fleets
- Zero-emission vehicle manufacturers
- Charger providers, Hydrogen fueling providers
- SaaS for charge management, analytics, and resilience
- A&E Infrastructure specialists
Read more here
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CARB Zero-emission Truck and Off-road Showcase and Ride & Drive
June 18 - Anaheim, CA
- Large variety of vehicles used by government fleets, including pickup trucks, work trucks, box trucks, and more
- Manufacturer representatives will also be on-site
- CARB staff will be hosting a booth dedicated to assisting state and local government fleets
Read more here
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California Climate and Energy Collaborative 2025
July 9 - 10 - San José
- Engage in interactive discussions with peers from across the state
- Learn about the latest climate and energy news and opportunities
- Connect with leaders pursuing cutting-edge climate initiatives
- Exchange knowledge, best practices, and innovative strategies
Read more here
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Lake Tahoe Electric Transportation Forum
August 20-21 – Stateline, NV
- Explore the Future of Electric Mobility
- Connect with Industry Leaders
- Sustainable Solutions for Transportation and Energy
- Participate in Transformative Discussions
Read more here
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Green Technology Summit and Expo (GTSE) 2025
RESCHEDULED 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
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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
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NorCal Green Fleet Academy & Expo
September 16, 17 & 18 - CalExpo Fairgrounds
- Federal Policy Updates from DOE, EPA, DOT
- California Policy Updates from CEC, CARB, GoBiz
- Fleet Manager Training on Low & ZEV Transition Planning
- Spec Writer Training for ZEV Spec Writing
- Mobility Case Studies
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