Date: Tue, 7 Apr 2015 09:11:08 -0700 Subject: arbcombo -- ARB Research Seminar: Future for Energy Storage From: tclarksj@arb.ca.gov “Future for Energy Storage”. Venkat Srinivasan, Ph.D. Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory Wednesday, April 22, 2015 1:30 pm, PDT (WEBCAST) Sierra Hearing Room, 2nd Floor, Cal/EPA Building 1001 I Street, Sacramento, California The last decade has seen increased penetration of electrified modes of transport, with vehicles ranging from hybrid-electric vehicles (HEV) to plug-in-hybrid-electric vehicles (PHEV) to battery-powered full-electric vehicles, becoming common on the roads. This increased penetration is a result of significant advances in battery technology, specifically, in improvements in the class of systems referred to as "lithium-ion" batteries. It is hoped that in the next decade, there would be further penetration of these alternate vehicles on the road. However, for this to occur, significant improvements in today's batteries are needed, especially related to the cost. For more go to the announcement at: http://www.arb.ca.gov/research/seminars/srinivasan/srinivasan.htm Main menu: http://www.arb.ca.gov/research/seminars/seminars.htm For “external” users please check the external webcast calendar at: http://www.calepa.ca.gov/broadcast/?bdo=1 For “internal” users please check the internal webcast calendar at: http://epanet.ca.gov/broadcast/?bdo=1 Please send your-e-mail for the Q&A participation to: sierrarm@calepa.ca.gov For more information on this seminar presentation please contact: Belinda Chen at (916) 323-6068 or Belinda.Chen@arb.ca.gov For more information on the ARB Research Seminar Series please contact: Peter Mathews at (916) 323-8711 or Peter.Mathews@arb.ca.gov To receive notices for upcoming Seminars please go to: http://www.arb.ca.gov/listserv/listserv.php and sign up for the seminars list serve. 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Every Californian needs to take immediate action to reduce energy consumption. For a list of simple ways you can reduce demand and cut your energy costs, visit the Flex Alert website at www.flexalert.org . ====================================================================== Date: Tue, 21 Apr 2015 09:04:10 -0700 Subject: arbcombo -- Wednesday ARB Research Seminar: Future for Energy Storage From: tclarksj@arb.ca.gov “Future for Energy Storage” Presentation is available for downloading!. Venkat Srinivasan, Ph.D. Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory Wednesday, April 22, 2015 1:30 pm, PDT (WEBCAST) Sierra Hearing Room, 2nd Floor, Cal/EPA Building 1001 I Street, Sacramento, California The last decade has seen increased penetration of electrified modes of transport, with vehicles ranging from hybrid-electric vehicles (HEV) to plug-in-hybrid-electric vehicles (PHEV) to battery-powered full-electric vehicles, becoming common on the roads. This increased penetration is a result of significant advances in battery technology, specifically, in improvements in the class of systems referred to as "lithium-ion" batteries. It is hoped that in the next decade, there would be further penetration of these alternate vehicles on the road. However, for this to occur, significant improvements in today's batteries are needed, especially related to the cost. For more go to the announcement at: http://www.arb.ca.gov/research/seminars/srinivasan/srinivasan.htm Main menu: http://www.arb.ca.gov/research/seminars/seminars.htm For “external” users please check the external webcast calendar at: http://www.calepa.ca.gov/broadcast/?bdo=1 Please send your-e-mail for the Q&A participation to: sierrarm@calepa.ca.gov For more information on this seminar presentation please contact: Belinda Chen at (916) 323-6068 or Belinda.Chen@arb.ca.gov For more information on the ARB Research Seminar Series please contact: Peter Mathews at (916) 323-8711 or Peter.Mathews@arb.ca.gov To receive notices for upcoming Seminars please go to: http://www.arb.ca.gov/listserv/listserv.php and sign up for the seminars list serve. California is in a drought emergency. Visit www.SaveOurH2O.org for water conservation tips. 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For a list of simple ways you can reduce demand and cut your energy costs, visit the Flex Alert website at www.flexalert.org . ====================================================================== Date: Tue, 9 Jun 2015 09:10:37 -0700 Subject: arbcombo -- Second Notice of Public Availability of Modified Text ~ Low-Emission Vehicle III Regulation From: tbalcaza@arb.ca.gov The California Air Resources Board has posted the Second 15-day Notice of Public Availability of Modified Text and Availability of Additional Documents for the Amendments to the Low-Emission Vehicle (LEV III) Criteria Pollutant Requirements for Light- and Medium-Duty Vehicles, the Hybrid Electric Vehicle Test Procedures, and the Heavy-Duty Otto-Cycle and Heavy-Duty Diesel Test Procedures. The Second 15-day notice, proposed 15-Day Modifications, additional documents/information, and all previously released regulatory documents are available on the ARB’s website below for this rulemaking at: http://www.arb.ca.gov/regact/2014/leviii2014/leviii2014.htm SUBMITTAL OF COMMENTS The proposed second 15-day modifications are open for comment until June 24, 2015. Written comments will only be accepted on the modifications identified in this notice and its attachment, other contents of the notice, and the additional documents added to the rulemaking record. Written comments may be submitted by postal mail or electronic mail submittal as follows: Postal mail: Clerk of the Board, Air Resources Board 1001 I Street, Sacramento, California 95814 Electronic submittal: http://www.arb.ca.gov/lispub/comm/bclist.php Inquiries concerning the substance of the proposed regulation may be directed to Ms. Sarah Carter at (626) 575-6845 or to Mr. Paul Hughes at (626) 575-6977. Thank you. 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Every Californian needs to take immediate action to reduce energy consumption. For a list of simple ways you can reduce demand and cut your energy costs, visit the Flex Alert website at www.flexalert.org . ====================================================================== Date: Wed, 17 Jun 2015 17:55:43 -0700 Subject: arbcombo -- July 8, 2015: ARB Notice of Public Symposium to Discuss Californias 2030 Climate Commitments Cutting Petroleum Use in Half by 2030. From: jmcphee@arb.ca.gov Air Resources Board (ARB) staff invites you to participate in one of a series of public forums soliciting stakeholder input on the key climate change strategy pillars that Governor Brown identified in his January 2015 inaugural address. This transportation-focused symposium will discuss ideas for implementing the State’s commitment to reduce petroleum use by vehicles by up to 50 percent by 2030. This reduction in petroleum use supports the target set forth by the Governor in Executive Order B-30-15, which calls for a 40 percent reduction in overall greenhouse gas emissions below 1990 levels by 2030. The workshop notice can be found at ARB’s Climate Change website at: http://www.arb.ca.gov/cc/cc.htm. An agenda, presentations, and other important information will be posted on the website prior to the symposium. Persons interested in receiving electronic notification of activities and materials released related to this effort should subscribe to the ARB’s main Climate Change (cc) listserve at http://www.arb.ca.gov/listserv/listserv_ind.php?listname=cc. California is in a drought emergency. Visit www.SaveOurH2O.org for water conservation tips. 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Every Californian needs to take immediate action to reduce energy consumption. For a list of simple ways you can reduce demand and cut your energy costs, visit the Flex Alert website at www.flexalert.org . ====================================================================== Date: Thu, 2 Jul 2015 16:24:11 -0700 Subject: arbcombo -- Draft Agenda for the July 8, 2015, Symposium on the Governor's 50% Petroleum Reduction Goal From: jmcphee@arb.ca.gov On July 8, 2015, the Air Resources Board, California State Transportation Agency, and California Department of Transportation will hold a joint symposium to hear from experts on ways to transform California’s transportation system to achieve Governor Brown’s goal of reducing California’s use of petroleum by up to 50 percent by 2030. The draft agenda for this symposium is now available on the Air Resources Board’s website: http://arb.ca.gov/cc/pillars/transportation/agenda.pdf This is one of a series of public forums soliciting stakeholder input on the key climate change strategy pillars that Governor Brown identified in his January 2015 inaugural address. The goal of up to 50 percent reduction in petroleum fuel use supports the target set forth by the Governor in Executive Order B-30-15, which calls for a 40 percent reduction in overall greenhouse gas emissions below 1990 levels by 2030. For more information, please go to the ARB’s Climate Change website: http://www.arb.ca.gov/cc/cc.htm California is in a drought emergency. Visit www.SaveOurH2O.org for water conservation tips. 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Every Californian needs to take immediate action to reduce energy consumption. For a list of simple ways you can reduce demand and cut your energy costs, visit the Flex Alert website at www.flexalert.org . ====================================================================== Date: Wed, 22 Jul 2015 14:09:21 -0700 Subject: arbcombo -- August 5: Governors Symposium to discuss Strategies to Secure and Enhance Carbon Storage on Natural and Working Lands From: jraymond@arb.ca.gov SAVE THE DATE: Joint Agency Symposium on the Governor’s Greenhouse Gas Reduction Goals to be Discussed at an August 5 Forum. The California Natural Resources Agency, the California Department of Food and Agriculture, and the California Air Resources Board will conduct a public symposium to discuss the development of strategies to achieve Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr’s 2030 greenhouse gas reduction goals. Natural Resources Secretary John Laird, Agriculture Secretary Karen Ross and Air Resources Board Executive Officer Richard Corey will speak at the event. Additional representatives from these and other state agencies and the Governor’s Office may also attend and participate. WHEN: Wednesday, August 5, 2015, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. WHERE: Byron Sher Auditorium, Cal/EPA Headquarters 1001 I St., Sacramento, CA 95814 Directions and public transit options: http://www.calepa.ca.gov/epabldg/location.htm Live webcast: http://www.calepa.ca.gov/broadcast This symposium will discuss strategies to secure and enhance carbon storage on natural and working lands, including farms, rangelands, forests and wetlands throughout California. Topics include protecting and managing land to minimize greenhouse gas emissions and increase carbon sequestration rates and opportunities to develop synergies that promote resource stewardship and contribute to greenhouse gas emission reductions in other sectors. Background This symposium is one of a series of public forums soliciting stakeholder input on five key climate change strategy pillars that Governor Brown identified in his January 2015 inaugural address. The pillars recognize that several major areas of the California economy will need to reduce their emissions to meet the 2030 target. The five pillars are: (1) reducing today’s petroleum use in cars and trucks by up to 50 percent; (2) increasing from one-third to 50 percent our electricity derived from renewable sources; (3) doubling the efficiency savings achieved at existing buildings and making heating fuels cleaner; (4) reducing the release of methane, black carbon, and other short lived climate pollutants; and (5) managing farm and rangelands, forests and wetlands so they can store carbon. More information: http://www.arb.ca.gov/cc/cc.htm California is in a drought emergency. Visit www.SaveOurH2O.org for water conservation tips. 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Also, please read our listserve disclaimer at http://www.arb.ca.gov/listserv/disclaim.htm . The energy challenge facing California is real. Every Californian needs to take immediate action to reduce energy consumption. For a list of simple ways you can reduce demand and cut your energy costs, visit the Flex Alert website at www.flexalert.org . ====================================================================== Date: Thu, 30 Jul 2015 09:33:33 -0700 Subject: arbcombo -- Agenda Posted: August 5, 2015 Symposium on the Governor's Natural and Working Lands Greenhouse Gas Reduction Goals From: trichard@arb.ca.gov On August 5, 2015, the California Natural Resources Agency, California Department of Food and Agriculture, and California Air Resources Board will conduct a public symposium to discuss the development of strategies to achieve Governor Edmund G. Brown Jr’s 2030 greenhouse gas reduction goals. The draft agenda for this symposium is now available on the Air Resources Board’s website: http://arb.ca.gov/cc/pillars/natworklands/agenda.pdf This symposium will discuss strategies to secure and enhance carbon storage on natural and working lands, including farms, rangelands, forests and wetlands throughout California. Topics include protecting and managing land to minimize greenhouse gas emissions, increase carbon sequestration rates, and improve opportunities to develop synergies that promote resource stewardship and contribute to greenhouse gas emission reductions in other sectors. This symposium is one of a series of public forums soliciting stakeholder input on five key climate change strategy pillars that Governor Brown identified in his January 2015 inaugural address. The pillars recognize that several major areas of the California economy will need to reduce their emissions to meet the 2030 target. The five pillars are: (1) reducing today’s petroleum use in cars and trucks by up to 50 percent; (2) increasing from one-third to 50 percent our electricity derived from renewable sources; (3) doubling the efficiency savings achieved at existing buildings and making heating fuels cleaner; (4) reducing the release of methane, black carbon, and other short lived climate pollutants; and (5) managing farm and rangelands, forests and wetlands so they can store carbon. For more information, please go to the ARB’s Climate Change website: http://www.arb.ca.gov/cc/cc.htm California is in a drought emergency. Visit www.SaveOurH2O.org for water conservation tips. You are receiving this single arbcombo email because you are a subscriber to or have made a public comment to one or more of the following lists: bus-act, capandtrade, ccms, cc, clean_cars, ej, fuels, hdghg, lcfs, levprog, mvac-gwp, onrdiesel, sb375, sfti, tru, zev-program. ====================================================================== You are subscribed to one of the lists aggregated to make this particular ARB combination listserve broadcast. To UNSUBSCRIBE: Please go to http://www.arb.ca.gov/listserv/listserv.php and enter your email address and click on the button "Display Email Lists." To unsubscribe, please click inside the appropriate box to uncheck it and go to the bottom of the screen to submit your request. You will receive an automatic email message confirming that you have successfully unsubscribed. Also, please read our listserve disclaimer at http://www.arb.ca.gov/listserv/disclaim.htm . The energy challenge facing California is real. Every Californian needs to take immediate action to reduce energy consumption. For a list of simple ways you can reduce demand and cut your energy costs, visit the Flex Alert website at www.flexalert.org . ====================================================================== Date: Thu, 6 Aug 2015 15:38:17 -0700 Subject: arbcombo -- Third Notice of Public Availability of Modified Text ~ LEV III Regulation From: tbalcaza@arb.ca.gov The California Air Resources Board has posted the Third 15-day Notice of Public Availability of Modified Text relating to the Low-Emission Vehicle III (LEV III) Criteria Pollutant Requirements for Light- and Medium-Duty Vehicles, the Hybrid Electric Vehicle Test Procedures, and the Heavy-Duty Otto-Cycle and Heavy-Duty Diesel Test Procedures. The notice, proposed modifications, additional documents/information, and all previously released regulatory documents are available on the ARB’s website below for this rulemaking at: http://www.arb.ca.gov/regact/2014/leviii2014/leviii2014.htm SUBMITTAL OF COMMENTS The proposed third 15-day modifications are open for comment until August 21, 2015. Written comments will be accepted only on the additions identified in this notice and may be submitted by postal mail or electronic mail submittal as follows: Postal mail: Clerk of the Board, Air Resources Board 1001 I Street, Sacramento, California 95814 Electronic submittal: http://www.arb.ca.gov/lispub/comm/bclist.php Inquiries concerning the substance of the proposed regulation may be directed to Ms. Sarah Carter at (626) 575-6845 or to Mr. Paul Hughes at (626) 575-6977. Thank you. California is in a drought emergency. Visit www.SaveOurH2O.org for water conservation tips. 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For a list of simple ways you can reduce demand and cut your energy costs, visit the Flex Alert website at www.flexalert.org . ====================================================================== Date: Thu, 1 Oct 2015 11:22:34 -0700 Subject: levprog -- Availability of ARB Mobile Source Strategy Discussion Draft Document, and Notice of Public Workshop on October 16, 2015 From: tclarksj@arb.ca.gov The Air Resources Board (ARB or Board) staff is putting forward a proposed mobile source strategy for discussion. This discussion is designed to simultaneously meet federal air quality standards, achieve greenhouse gas emission reduction targets, reduce petroleum consumption, and decrease health risk from transportation sources over the next fifteen years. ARB staff will provide the Board an informational briefing on October 22, 2015. Prior to the Board meeting, staff will hold a public workshop on October 16, 2015. Both the workshop and the Board meeting will provide the public with the opportunity to comments on the strategy. After the October Board meeting, staff will work with stakeholders to develop detailed measures for incorporation into related planning efforts. ARB staff has posted two items: 1. Discussion Draft of the Mobile Source Strategy 2. Notice for an October 16, 2015 workshop in Sacramento The documents and more information can be found at http://www.arb.ca.gov/planning/sip/2016sip/2016mobsrc.htm. California is in a drought emergency. Visit www.SaveOurH2O.org for water conservation tips. ====================================================================== You are subscribed to the levprog mailing list. To UNSUBSCRIBE: Please go to http://www.arb.ca.gov/listserv/listserv.php and enter your email address and click on the button "Display Email Lists." To unsubscribe, please click inside the appropriate box to uncheck it and go to the bottom of the screen to submit your request. You will receive an automatic email message confirming that you have successfully unsubscribed. Also, please read our listserve disclaimer at http://www.arb.ca.gov/listserv/disclaim.htm . The energy challenge facing California is real. Every Californian needs to take immediate action to reduce energy consumption. For a list of simple ways you can reduce demand and cut your energy costs, visit the Flex Alert website at www.flexalert.org . ====================================================================== Date: Fri, 9 Oct 2015 17:47:15 -0700 Subject: arbcombo -- Notice of Public Meeting October 22, 2015 From: tbalcaza@arb.ca.gov The Air Resources Board (ARB or Board) will conduct a public meeting at the time and place noted below to hear the Informational Update on Advanced Clean Cars Particulate Matter (PM) Emission Measurement Feasibility. DATE: October 22, 2015 TIME: 9:00 a.m. PLACE: South Coast Air Quality Management District Auditorium 21865 Copley Drive Diamond Bar, California 91765 or via Videoconference: California Environmental Protection Agency Air Resources Board Byron Sher Auditorium, 2nd Floor 1001 I Street, Sacramento, California 95814 To provide your comments before the Board meeting and to view the Notice, please go to: http://www.arb.ca.gov/lispub/comm/bclist.php Interested members of the public may present comments orally or in writing at the meeting and may provide comments by postal mail or by electronic submittal before the meeting. To be considered by the Board, written comments not physically submitted at the meeting, must be received no later than 5:00 pm, October 19, 2015, and addressed to the following: Postal mail: Clerk of the Board, Air Resources Board 1001 I Street, Sacramento, California 95814 Electronic submittal: http://www.arb.ca.gov/lispub/comm/bclist.php This is an informational item only. No Board action is anticipated. ARB staff will present their findings to the Board. The Technical Support Document for the update may be obtained from ARB’s website at: http://www.arb.ca.gov/msprog/levprog/leviii/leviii.htm Further inquiries regarding this matter should be directed to Mr. Oliver Chang, Manager of the Aerosol Analysis and Methods Evaluation Section at (626) 459-4421 or Mr. Mike McCarthy, Vehicle Program Specialist of the Emission Compliance, Automotive Regulations and Science Division at (626) 771-3614. Thank you. California is in a drought emergency. 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