The San Diego Regional Climate Collaborative

San Diego Community Power has released two Requests for Proposals (RFPs) relevant to the San Diego Regional Energy Network (SDREN). SDREN will help individuals, residents, businesses and public agencies transition to cleaner energy, lower their electricity bill, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and participate in the clean energy workforce through energy efficiency programs for all of San Diego County. The newly posted RFPs relevant to SDREN include: The Public Sector Programs Implementation RFP, through which Community Power is seeking proposals from qualified firms to implement public sector programs: Climate Resilience Leadership and Tribal Engagement. The Residential Sector Programs Implementation RFP, through which Community Power is seeking proposals from qualified firms to implement the residential sector programs: Single-Family and Multifamily. Proposals for both RFPs are due April 24, 2025 at 5 p.m. PT. For more information or to view the RFPs, visit https://buff.ly/HRcMwy4.

San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG)'s Community Climate Priorities Survey: Share Your Thoughts! SANDAG wants to hear from YOU! They’ve launched the Community Climate Priorities Survey to gather feedback on what’s most important for climate action in San Diego. This is a great chance to help shape local efforts for a more sustainable and resilient future. ?? By filling out the survey, you’ll have a say in how the region tackles climate change, supports environmental justice, and builds a greener future for everyone. ?? Take the survey now: https://buff.ly/CIlMQGF Don’t miss the opportunity to make your voice count in shaping the future of San Diego’s climate action! ?? #ClimateAction #Sustainability #CommunityEngagement #SanDiego #GreenFuture #ClimateChange

? San Diego Regional Energy Network (SDREN) Solicitations ? The San Diego Regional Energy Network (SDREN) is currently accepting a variety of solicitations! There are open RFPs for Administrative, Technical, and Compliance Support and Cross-Cutting Sector Programs Implementation, as well as RFQs for the San Diego Community Power Network. Key Deadlines: - RFPs for Administrative, Technical, and Compliance Support: March 25, 2025 - RFPs for Cross-Cutting Sector Programs Implementation: March 25, 2025 - RFQs for the San Diego Community Power Network: Ongoing This is a great opportunity to be part of energy innovation in the San Diego region. Don't miss out—apply today! ?? Learn More and Apply: SDREN Solicitations https://buff.ly/o5CfBzO #EnergyInnovation #Sustainability #SanDiego #SDREN #CleanEnergy #CommunityPower #RFP #RFQ #ClimateAction

?? Apply Now: Community-Driven Planning Fund ?? The Community-Driven Planning Fund is now open for proposals! This fund supports community-led planning processes and provides up to $30,000 for projects that are governed by community planners, organizers, and facilitators. National Association of Climate Resilience Planners (NACRP) members are eligible to apply, with the Spring cycle deadline fast approaching on March 28, 2025. This is a great opportunity to advance impactful, community-led initiatives focused on climate resilience and planning. Don’t miss your chance to make a difference in your community! ?? Learn more and apply: https://buff.ly/HZN7W7v #ClimateResilience #CommunityPlanning #NACRP #FundingOpportunity #CommunityLed

The Port of San Diego is inviting the public to share feedback on the updated Trust Lands Use Plan (TLUP) for nearly 8,000 acres of tidelands. This plan will help shape the future of San Diego Bay, and the public review period is open until March 27, 2025. The Port is also seeking comments on the Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) as part of the environmental review process. Documents are available online and at the Port’s office. To share your thoughts, email [email protected] or send mail to Dennis Campbell, Planning Department, P.O. Box 120488, San Diego, CA 92112-0488. Your feedback is vital as the Port continues to engage with the community and plan for the future of these valuable tidelands. ?? Learn more here: https://buff.ly/shlAtVX #PortofSanDiego #PublicInput #TrustLands #SanDiegoBay #CommunityEngagement

Calling all SDRCC Members! It's time to mix, mingle, and make a difference at our first Member-Only Networking Mixer of the year, hosted by Nexus Planning & Research | San Diego. ?? Join us at Protector Brewery - Hide Site Downtown on April 17th for an evening of connection and collaboration. Register here: https://lnkd.in/gwYWhrXj

?? Senate Bill 1 Sea Level Rise Adaptation Planning Grant Program ?? The California Ocean Protection Council SB 1 Sea Level Rise (SLR) Adaptation Planning Grant Program is now accepting applications! This program provides funding to coastal communities in California and San Francisco Bay to develop consistent SLR adaptation plans and projects aimed at building resilience to sea level rise. Help protect our coastlines and strengthen your community’s ability to adapt to climate change with this important funding opportunity. Deadline: March 21, 2025 ?? Learn More and Apply: https://buff.ly/4M1CEiY #SeaLevelRise #ClimateResilience #Sustainability #CoastalCommunities #SB1 #AdaptationPlanning #California #ClimateAction #OceanProtection

? California Energy Commission California’s National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program? The California NEVI Formula Program is now open for applications! This solicitation aims to significantly expand EV charging infrastructure along key corridors in California, contributing to the national charging network being built under the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program. This is an exciting opportunity to help build a cleaner, more sustainable future by supporting the growth of electric vehicle infrastructure across the state. Deadline: March 17, 2025 ?? Learn More and Apply: https://buff.ly/HcvWgKq #EVCharging #ElectricVehicles #Sustainability #CleanEnergy #California #GreenTransportation #NEVI #ClimateAction

Facilitation Basics for Coastal Managers Event by NOAA Digital Coast Effective meetings are essential for successfully managing the diverse interests in coastal communities. This virtual instructor-led event will equip participants with valuable facilitation skills, tools for engaging meeting participants, and strategies for handling disruptive behaviors. Over the course participants will learn how to effectively facilitate both in-person and virtual meetings, select appropriate process tools and techniques, and address disruptive behaviors to keep meetings productive. This event is perfect for all levels, whether you're leading or attending meetings. Dates: Mar 12, 2025 - Mar 13, 2025 1:00pm - 4:00pm Eastern ?? Register here: https://buff.ly/3SRtOjS For more information, contact [email protected]. #CoastalManagement #FacilitationSkills #VirtualTraining #MeetingManagement #ProfessionalDevelopment

?? Youth4Climate 2025 Summit: Voices in the Storm ?? Calling all youth! Join SanDiego350 on March 15, 2025, from 11:00 AM – 3:30 PM at the Elementary Institute of Science in San Diego for the Youth4Climate Summit: Voices in the Storm. This empowering event aims to amplify youth voices in the fight against climate change and show that together, we can make a difference. This summit is educational, interactive, and fun! It's a great chance to connect with like-minded youth in San Diego and get involved in climate action. Plus, there are community service hours available for students. ?? Register Today: https://buff.ly/kTjejr8 #YouthForClimate #ClimateAction #VoicesInTheStorm #EnvironmentalJustice #YouthActivism #SanDiego #ClimateSummit #Sustainability #RiseUp