CARB Environmental Justice Blog

Increasing Access to Clean Transportation Virtual Listening Session The California Air Resources Board (CARB) invites you to participate in a listening session to have a conversation about what the State of California is doing to increase equitable access to clean transportation through the Advanced Clean Cars regulations, available incentive programs for cars and charging, and workforce development. El Consejo de Recursos del Aire de California (CARB, por sus siglas en inglés) lo invita a participar en una sesión virtual para escuchar, para conversar sobre lo que está haciendo el estado de California para aumentar el acceso equitativo al transporte limpio a través de las regulaciones de Autos Limpios Avanzados, programas de incentivos disponibles para autos y para carga, y el de...

  Job Description and Duties Do you have a passion for composing, coordinating and editing the analysis of complex state and federal legislation? The Legislative and External Affairs Office of CalRecycle is looking for an Associate Governmental Program Analyst (AGPA) to be responsible for analyzing complex legislative issues related to CalRecycle responsibilities and programs. This position will leverage your skills through continuous program review, statistical analysis, and investigation or relevant research regarding waste management and recycling legislation. You will also develop amendment language to legislation; write letters to legislators to communicate CalRecycle’s position on bills; identify and assess stakeholders, fiscal impacts, health and safety issues, and programmatic impacts of legislation. You will routinely consult with and/or respond to inquiries from legislative offices, interest groups, other state agencies, and the public regarding waste management and recyc...

  The  Outdoor Equity Grants Program  (OEP) provides  program operation funding  for outdoor access, including day or overnight trips from underserved communities to regional, state, national parks, tribal land, and other natural areas within California. OEP will fund program operating and transportation costs but will not fund capital projects.  Applications are due by or before October 8, 2021. Highlights: ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS: Public Agencies: Includes all local, state, and federal agencies. Examples include school districts and other public education agencies, cities and counties, joint powers authorities, open-space authorities, regional open-space districts, and other relevant public agencies. NON-PROFITS with 501(c)(3) status. GRANT PERFORMANCE PERIOD: July 1, 2020 to June 30, 2023 is the current period for ELIGIBLE COSTS. AMOUNT AVAILABLE: $19 million is available for competitive GRANTS statewide. GRANT AM...

The CARB EJ team would like to encourage nominations in Community Service and Environmental Justice! More information on how to nominate can be found below. Accepting nominations from the public for the 2020-2021 Haagen-Smit Clean Air Awards Due September 10, 2021 Since 2001, the California Air Resources Board has annually bestowed the distinguished Haagen-Smit Awards . The awards recognize extraordinary individuals who have made significant contributions toward improving air quality. The 2020-2021 Haagen-Smit Clean Air Awards program is seeking nominations for awards in each of the following seven categories related to improving air quality: Climate Change Community Service / Environmental Justice Education Environmental Policy International Leadership ...

  Please Join CARB for an Informational Update on the AB 617 Technology Clearinghouse CARB’s Office of Community Air Protection invites you to learn about our ongoing development of the AB 617 Technology Clearinghouse . This innovative web application will provide transparent access to information on criteria air pollutant and toxic air contaminant emissions limits that local agencies and community partners can use when identifying opportunities to reduce emissions throughout California . This informational item will: ·          Update the board on the status and progress of Technology Clearinghouse development; ·          Demonstrate the public prototypes that are currently available; and ·          Share how community feedback has enhanced these tools. This will be a remote board meeting, and information for attendees is available at the Meeting Info ...

Thursday, June 10, 2021 Press Release SACRAMENTO – Senator Connie M. Leyva (D-Chino) issued the statement below following her appointment to the California Air Resources Board (CARB) by the Senate Rules Committee: “Since I was sworn into the Senate over six years ago, I have been proud to have a solid record in strong support of the environment, healthy communities, clean air and safe water.  In this important capacity as a member of the California Air Resources Board, I look forward to continue fighting to improve the health and quality of life for residents across the Inland Empire and California.  All Californians—regardless of where they may live—deserve to live in communities free from air pollution or other environmental toxins.  I am excited for this opportunity as a CARB member to continue being a strong voice for residents and communities across our state.”

  Clean Mobility Options Voucher Pilot Program (CMO) Public Work Group Meeting   Public Work Group on June 23, 2021 The California Air Resources Board (CARB) invites you to participate in a virtual public work group meeting to provide an update and discuss proposed changes to the Clean Mobility Options Voucher Pilot Program (CMO). CMO provides funding for the design and implementation of clean mobility projects in California's under-resourced communities. During this work group, the CMO Program Administrator team and CARB staff will provide an overview of key program updates, introduce the program’s latest partner – the California Energy Commission, and propose a series of program changes t...

Increasing Access to Clean Transportation Virtual Listening Session The California Air Resources Board (CARB) invites you to participate in a listening session to have a conversation about what the State of California is doing to increase equitable access to clean transportation through the Advanced Clean Cars regulations, available incentive programs for cars and charging, and workforce development. This virtual listening session is an opportunity to share with CARB staff your questions, thoughts, experiences, and/or suggestions on how CARB can help you and your community get better access to cleaner transportation options that fits your needs. Date:               June 29, 2021 Time:       ...