California Energy Commission

?? California’s clean energy leaders are making waves! Our new blog highlights the incredible 2024 Clean Energy Hall of Fame honorees, showcasing their dedication to a sustainable world.? Meet awardees like lifetime achievement awardee Gene Rodrigues, youth activist Julia Zeitlin, and tribal champion Elizabeth Perez, as well as clean energy champions, Christine Viterelli-Busby, Pat Watts, and Dr. Fan Dai (of the University of California, Berkeley) who are paving the way for a 100% clean energy future. Dive into their stories, get inspired, and learn more about the Dec 5th ceremony! ?? Read the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/gPDsTxVU #CleanEnergyHOF #CalEnergyHOF

??#CalEnergy is seeking an Associate Energy Specialist to join our Fuels and Transportation Division!? ?? ?? This position will?do important work related to the Clean Transportation Program which deploys significant funds to support the transition to zero-emission vehicles and infrastructure in California. This role will also be responsible for individual projects, transportation energy analysis, outreach and education development activities, and agreement management activities associated with the funding deployment in the Passenger Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Branch.? ?? ?? Apply before 11/28/2024 and join our team:?https://bit.ly/3UXtyR8? ?? ?? Salary Range: $6,107.00 - $7,811.00 per month, full benefits, PTO, and state pension plan!? ? ?? Hybrid telework option available (California based position).? ? ? Work for a diverse state agency with the mission of creating a CLEAN energy future for all!? ?? ??Connect with our CEC Recruitment and Outreach team with questions about this opportunity or eligibility requirements:?[email protected]?

?? Join us in honoring Julia Zeitlin, the founder of the Palo Alto Student Climate Coalition, for winning the Youth Game-Changer Award at the 2024 #CleanEnergyHOF. Julia’s innovative work inspires the next generation of climate activists. ??? ?? RSVP for our in-person event on 12/5: https://bit.ly/3CDzo3S

?? Celebrating Elizabeth Perez for her 15 years of leadership in renewable energy development for rural and marginalized communities. Perez is the well-deserved recipient of the Tribal Champion Award at the 2024 #CleanEnergyHOF! ???? ?? Join us on 12/5 in-person: https://bit.ly/3CDzo3S

?? Each year, the California Energy Commission hosts the Clean Energy Hall of Fame Awards to celebrate exceptional individuals/organizations who are driving California’s clean energy future. ? Last year, one awardee was Keith Fisher, a teacher at Calexico High School who teaches students how to build and maintain electric vehicles in his advanced auto shop class. The class is part of the Green Pathways Initiative which helps prepare students for careers in renewable energy and environmental sustainability.?The picture below is of his current students with a fully electric 1963 Volkswagen that was converted by his previous class. ?? Every year I look forward to celebrating and honoring leaders in clean energy, equity, environmental justice, and innovation and this year is no different! Join us at the 2024 Clean Energy Hall of Fame Awards on December 5th from 3-5 PM at CNRA or on Zoom. ?? More info on the celebration and our 2024 awardees can be found here: https://lnkd.in/g4m6-nWV

It’s the final countdown—Only 5 days left to apply for the Zero-Emission School Bus and Infrastructure incentive project. Fund new #ZeroEmission school buses, infrastructure, and enhance your transportation program. Don’t miss out. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3M6zra5

?? Calling all energy professionals!? ?? ?? Are you interested in a challenging and exciting career in clean energy??#CalEnergy?has some incredible career opportunities with our Efficiency Division, and we would love to hear from you! ? ? ?? We are looking for professionals to join our team who are passionate about building energy benchmarking, building performance strategy, and building decarbonization. The Existing Buildings Branch works on advancing energy efficiency improvements and reducing greenhouse gas emissions in existing buildings through programs, policies, standards, and analyses. ? ?? ? Building Performance Strategy Analyst ($3,910.00 - $6,472.00 per month): https://bit.ly/4eviUbe ? ?? ? Building Performance Strategy Specialist ($8,721.00 - $10,791.00 per month): https://bit.ly/4euKyp0 ? ?? ?? Great benefits, PTO, holidays off, and state pension plan!? ?? Hybrid telework option available (California-based position).? ? Work for a diverse state agency with the mission of creating a CLEAN energy future for all!? ?? ?? Connect with our CEC Recruitment and Outreach team with questions about this opportunity or eligibility requirements:?[email protected]?

School Administrators—prepare for the future of student mobility. Utilize up to 10% of the total Zero-Emission School Bus and Infrastructure incentive project award for ZE fleet training, shop equipment, training stipends, and more. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3M6zra5

?? Rebates up to $8,000 are now available for heat pumps for space heating and cooling! Income-qualified homeowners can learn more and apply on TECH Clean California’s Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEEHRA) Program webpage: https://bit.ly/3AF42t9 ? This week, #CalEnergy launched the single-family component of the program, which is funded by the Inflation Reduction Act. Rebates for owners of single- and multifamily homes are the first phase of the program rollout in the state. The program provides $80 million in rebates to help make more California homes efficient and electric. Read about the launch here: bit.ly/3OhpS8Z Visit the CEC’s website to learn more about Home Energy Rebates in California: https://bit.ly/3YTXezE

?? Clean energy leaders from across the state were on hand for the 10th annual Electric Program Investment Charge?(EPIC) Symposium. Read our latest blog recapping the day: https://lnkd.in/guczjcq8 ? ? EPIC is California’s premier clean energy research and development program.?According to an EPIC report, more than $750 million has been awarded for building decarbonization projects, grid decarbonization and decentralization, industrial and agricultural innovation, and low-carbon transportation projects since the program’s inception.? “So, this is really seed planting for the future,” said California Energy Commission (CEC) Chair David Hochschild. “I think we should all take that as a point of great pride because the things that get created here with EPIC funding can go on and do great things”? ? The joint symposium was hosted by the CEC, Pacific Gas and Electric Company, Southern California Edison (SCE), and San Diego Gas & Electric, in partnership with the California Public Utilities Commission.