California Energy Commission Approves Transportation Projects

The California Energy Commission (CEC) approved a major report assessing energy trends and issues facing the state’s electricity, natural gas, and transportation fuel sectors during its recent business meeting.

The 2016 Integrated Energy Policy Report (IEPR) Update highlights the state’s recent slate of legislative efforts – such as Senate Bills 32 and 1383 and Assembly Bills 197 and 1613 – which are designed, respectively, to enhance California’s nation-leading greenhouse gas reduction goals and to ensure they are implemented in a transparent and equitable way with benefits reaching disadvantaged communities.

Commissioners also approved several transportation-related projects during the meeting. The Kings Canyon Unified School District, Lemoore Union High School District and the Exeter Unified School District received $500,000 each to construct or expand their compressed natural gas fueling facilities.

In addition, a contract with the San Diego Community College District’s Advanced Transportation Technology Energy Center was increased from $2 million to $3 million. The center provides support for specialized training in clean fuels and advanced vehicle technologies to community college students throughout the state.

For more details on the actions taken at the recent meeting, visit the business meeting agenda.