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Sacramento Clean Cities' goal is to reduce fossil petroleum consumption in the transportation and energy sectors.
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Sacramento Clean Cities Coalition is rebranding to NorCal Clean Cities And Communities | | In this eNewsletter from Sacramento Clean Cities | |
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Special Announcements
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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Fleet Academy Webinar on Fleet Financing
- Marissa Campbell, Mitra EV - Class 2 - Class 5 ZEV leasing strategy packaging vehicles, vehicle upfits, infrastructure including revenue sharing
- Brian Figenshow, Sustainability Partners –Funding strategies for EV fleet transitions through a unique Infrastructure as a Service® model currently electrifying fleets for the state of Hawaii and state of New Mexico
- Kristopher Bianchini, Finance Specialist, State Financial Marketplace/GS $Mart - Creative financing solutions for MD/HD ZEVs in public agencies
Read more here
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CA Treasurer’s Office Zero-Emission Truck Loan Pilot Project
- Provides small fleets with access to lower interest rate financing for MD/HD ZEVs
- The state creates a loan-loss reserve allowing lenders to provide lower interest rates
- The program is open to small fleets of 20 vehicles or less of on-road commercial vehicles class 2b or greater, new or used
Read more here
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October 2nd School Bus Consortium Presentations Now Available
The presentations from the recent School Bus Consortium meeting are now available for your review. These presentations serve as invaluable resources for stakeholders committed to enhancing their environmental impact and advancing clean transportation initiatives.
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Click here to view the School Bus Consortium webinar presentations.
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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
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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
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CARB Funding Opportunities for Fleets and Their Adoption of Zero-emission Vehicles, CORE, HVIP, and ISEF
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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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Application window for Level 2 EV charging rebates opened on August 5th
- Application window for Level 1 EV charging rebates will open on October 7th, 2025
- Last day to apply for either a Level 1 or Level 2 EV charging rebate is January 9th, 2026
Read more here
| | Sacramento Clean Cities Sponsors & Partners Make the News! | | |
NAFA NorCal & Sacramento Clean Cities Fall Event
October 29 - Sacramento
- Networking, discussion on future events for 2026
- Presentation from Michael Taylor, NAFA’s Public Policy Lead on fleet policy updates and NAFA’s advocacy activities
- Lunch sponsored by Purple Wave Auction
- Agenda
- 10:45 – 11:00 a.m.: Check-in
- 11:00 – 11:30 a.m.: Welcome Remarks and Future Events Discussion
- 11:30 – 11:45 a.m.: Purple Wave Auction Sponsor Spotlight
- 11:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.: Lunch
- 12:15 – 1:00 p.m.: Fleet Policy Update with Michael Taylor
- 1:00 p.m.: Closing Remarks
Registration required – Registration Deadline: October 23 – Register here
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SacEV Shares EV Knowledge with Middle School and High School Students
October 30 - Sacramento
SacEV will be sharing their EVs and EV knowledge with middle school and high school students at the School of Engineering and Sciences, 7345 Gloria Drive, Sacramento on October 30 from 10:30am – 12:30pm.
To volunteer for this event click here
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AB14 Signed
The Central Coast Clean Cities Coalition, in partnership with the Santa Barbara Air District have successfully championed AB14 through the state legislature and now securing the governor’s signature. AB14 implements a statewide marine vessel speed reduction program along the California coast in order to reduce air pollution, the risk of fatal vessel strikes on whales, and harmful underwater acoustic impacts.
Read more here
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CARB Public Input Process - “ZEV Forward” aka Advanced Clean Cars III
October 21 - Virtual Meeting
- Criteria air pollutant (e.g., ozone and particulate matter), greenhouse gas, and toxic emissions standards
- Certification
- Zero-emission vehicle requirements
- Environmental analysis
- Next steps and rulemaking timeline on the On-Road Heavy-Duty Engine and Vehicle Omnibus, Low Carbon Fuel Standard Regulations, and to a motion to Permanently Adopt the Emergency Vehicle Emissions Regulations
Read more here
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Administration Cancels $26B in Energy and DEI Projects
The US DOE has cancelled $8B in climate-related projects in 16 states including California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Hawaii, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Vermont and Washington. An $18B project in New York on hold due to, “... unconstitutional DEI principles.”
Read more here
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Electric Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Internship with Rivian
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SMUD Electricity Fair
October 18 - Folsom Powerhouse
- Tour the historic Folsom Powerhouse
- Learn about hydropower
- Create solar art
- Try a science activity
- And much more
Read more here
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Caltrans’ Survey - “California Freight Mobility Plan 2027”
Caltrans invites feedback by October 31 on freight operations in California.
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GM Discontinues Effort to Extend Federal Tax Credit
GM had been working on a strategy to pass the $7,500 federal tax credit to people who leased vehicles that were purchased by GM Finance before September 30. Due to resistance from Congress, GM has dropped this effort.
Read more here
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US Moves to Develop Domestic Supplies of Critical Minerals and Semiconductors
The Administration is aggressively pushing forward with efforts to build domestic supply sources for the critical minerals needed for energy-dense batteries and for semiconductors. Projects being fast tracked include sites in Alaska, Nevada and California. Additional efforts are being developed in Greenland.
Read more here
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CALSTART Names Michael Burebe as New CEO
As John Boesel steps down as CEO of CALSTART, they have named Michael Burebe as their new CEO. Michael Burebe.has served most recently as a senior official for sustainable transportation at the U.S. Department of Energy.
Read more here
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CARB Listing of Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage Technologies Projects
CARB has published a list of 368 projects around the US that are engaged in the development of technologies for carbon capture and utilization.
Read more here
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Biodiesel Waste Becomes High-Value Feedstock
A low-energy electrochemical process developed at R3V Tech turns contaminated crude glycerol, waste stream from biodiesel production, into a high-value bio-derived solvent used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and as a fuel additive.
Read more here
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Voltpost is TIME 2025 Best Invention
Voltpost, a recent presenter to the Sacramento Clean Cities Coalition’s Mobility Collaborative (SacMo) works with utility companies to make it faster and cheaper to add new charging points by retrofitting existing lampposts with EV charging equipment.
Read more here
| | Current LCFS Credit Value: $55.00 | | Recent CARB LCFS Pathway Filing | | |
Intro to Green Careers Class with Two Days of OSHA-10 Training & Certification
Oct 27 & 28
- EV Mechanics, Charging, Energy Storage
- Job Skills, Wages & Hydrogen Fleets/ CNG
- What are Green Careers?
- Electric Vehicles
- Solar and Wind Energy
- Hydrogen Fuel Cells
- OSHA-10 Certification (10 hours)
Two days - October 27 –28
9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Download flyer
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NAFA NorCal & Sacramento Clean Cities Fall Event
October 29 - Sacramento
- Networking, discussion on future events for 2026
- Presentation from Michael Taylor, NAFA’s Public Policy Lead on fleet policy updates and NAFA’s advocacy activities
- Lunch sponsored by Purple Wave Auction
- Agenda
- 10:45 – 11:00 a.m.: Check-in
- 11:00 – 11:30 a.m.: Welcome Remarks and Future Events Discussion
- 11:30 – 11:45 a.m.: Purple Wave Auction Sponsor Spotlight
- 11:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.: Lunch
- 12:15 – 1:00 p.m.: Fleet Policy Update with Michael Taylor
- 1:00 p.m.: Closing Remarks
Registration required – Registration Deadline: October 23 – Register here
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CARB ZEV Showcase and Ride & Drive
November 5 – Oakland
- 9am – 3pm – Oakland Coliseum
- Industry leaders, policymakers, fleet owners, OEMs, dealers
- Hands-on showcase - test drive zero-emissions MD, HD, School Bus, Transit Bus, Off-road Equipment
- Technical assistance and funding programs
- Registration is FREE but required
Read more here
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Upgrading Your Fleet Garage for the Future
November 6 - Oakland
- Hosted at the APWA Northern California Chapter Conference – November 5 & 6, Oakland
- Presented by Norman E Barrientos, AIA, NCARB, LEED-AP
- How EV readiness, safety, and workflow design are reshaping fleet facilities
- Common deficiencies, like overcrowded bays, poor circulation, and safety gaps, and how to fix them
- The essential elements of a high-performing shop: smart parts flow, clear lines of sight, and supportive staff amenities
- Design principles that improve technician productivity, asset preservation, and staff retention
- Real-life improvement and expansion projects, along with lessons learned
- Clear roadmap to assess and prioritize improvements
- Benchmarks for bay ratios, equipment planning, and EV integration
- Strategies for creating resilient, sustainable, and efficient fleet operations
Read more here
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Job and Resource Fair
November 6 - Cal EPIC. Sacramento
- 8351 Luzon Ave Building 1, Bay 1 Sacramento, CA 95828
Download flyer
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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
Read more here
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P3 Government Conference
December 8 & 9 - Washington, D.C
- How agencies are adapting procurement strategies to accelerate delivery
- What public owners are prioritizing in partnerships today
- Lessons learned from successful projects (large and small) across sectors
- How future rounds of federal infrastructure funding will shape the pipeline
- Connect directly with decision-makers on transportation, energy, and other categories
Read more here
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P3C Conference
March 23-25 – Dallas
- Reimagining how critical infrastructure gets financed, built, and maintained
- Public and private sector leaders advancing the next generation of project delivery
- Strategic insights on navigating federal funding and permitting
- Lessons learned from real-world P3s and innovative delivery models
- Interactive roundtables and curated networking
Read more here
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April 13 – 15 –NAFA 2026 Institute & Expo, 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
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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
Read more here
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EVS 39
June 21-24 2026 - Long Beach
- Early Registration Discount Code “EVS39FLASH10”
- Call for abstracts launched Monday, August 18 inviting papers that cover research, market trends, policy initiatives, hybrid, battery, fuel cell technologies, electric transportation infrastructure, services and more
Read more here
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GTSE Joins RE+ For RE+26
November 16-19, 2026 – 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
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