CARB Environmental Justice Blog

  The Governor's Office of Planning and Research (OPR) is the State of California's lead land use planning charting California's future, with a focus on community development, climate resilience, and equity. $9.5M Available for Climate Adaptation Planning Grants – Virtual Workshops and Office Hours  Integrated Climate Adaptation and Resiliency Program staff have made a second round of funding available through the Adaptation Planning Grant. The first step to applying is filling out the Pre-Application Interest Form . Visit the Adaptation Planning Grant webpage to sign up for a virtual workshop or office hour and learn more. The next virtual office hour is at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, March 21 and the next Application Workshop is April 2 at 9:30 a.m.  Sign up for Updates on the Adaptation Planning Grant                       

 “We are excited to launch CommunityHub 2.0: a new interactive tool to stay up to date with the AB 617 Community Air Protection Program.” We are launching CommunityHub 2.0! This new platform offers community members, program partners, and members of the public thorough insight into the AB617 Community Air Protection Program (CAPP or Program), featuring intuitive data visualizations, user-friendly mapping tools, interactive dashboards, and more. Assembly Bill 617 (AB 617) aims to reduce exposure to air pollution and preserve public health by placing community voices at the heart of decision making. The California Air Resources Board (CARB) established the Program to work with communities, air districts, and other agencies to reduce exposure in the communities most impacted by air pollution. CARB staff are focused on centering and addressing community voices and priorities at every step of the process. What’s new in 2.0?  Building on the foundation of the original CommunityHub platform

Cal Fleet Advisor Drives Zero-Emission Vehicle Adoption for California's Small and Minority Owned Companies! Cal Fleet Advisor is a no-cost, one-on-one service, that has helped over 300 companies in California with their transition to zero-emission trucks, buses, and vans. Fleets can get information about zero-emissions vehicles, learn how they can save money, get help with understanding regulations, and find the best options for their fleet. Enrolling is easy, simply go to the Cal Fleet Advisor website and fill out the form, an advisor will be in contact within 1-2 business days.   Cal Fleet Advisor was designed based on feedback from fleets and community members who expressed a need for assistance with the zero-emission transition process . Backed by thorough research , Cal Fleet Advisor provides easily accessible information and guidance, tackling the main challenges faced by small and minority owned fleets. Ensuring equal and accessible engagement, Cal Fleet Advisor target