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6 Spng 2017 An Energy Newsletter for Local Governments CURRENTS is the Local Government Commission’s free quarterly newsletter providing local elected officials and staff with current information on energy issues affecting California local governments. Be Patient and Persevere At this year's SEEC Forum, Dan Schoenholz and Rachel DiFranco gave a well-reviewed presentation on making sustainability projects happen. Link to Article Changing the California Energy Framework Earlier this year the CPUC released a staff white paper to guide the discussion for another CPUC and Energy Commission (CEC) En Banc. Link to Article Preparing for Electrified Transit In the beginning of the 20th century, transportation agencies were very familiar with planning around electricity but today all of that has changed. Link to Article Legislative Update The Local Government Commission's update on the following legislation: SB 242, AB 1284, SB 100, AB 726, SB 801, and AB 546. Link to Article Want more CURRENTS- SUBSCRIBE HERE Please feel free to pass CURRENTS along to friends, associates and others who you think would be interested.     Copyright © 2017. Local Government Commission. All rights reserved.

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SEEC Local Government Roundtable - April 27th
The Local Government Roundtable is scheduled for Thursday, April 27 at 2pm.
Click here! to join other local governments for this month's roundtable on street lighting. We will be joined by a special guest from the California Street Lighting Association.

News and Opportunities

Attorney General Becerra Intervenes in Lawsuit To Defend Energy Efficiency Standards
California Attorney General has intervened in a lawsuit filed by the National Electrical Manufacturers Association against the DOE challenging energy efficiency regulations for light bulbs.

California Microgrid Roadmap Scoping Workshop
CEC, CPUC, and CAISO staff will host a workshop on the California Microgrid Roadmap to develop a plan to accelerate the adoption of microgrids in the state.

Schedules for 2019 Building Energy Efficiency Standards​
The CEC has posted the tentative schedule for 2019 Building Energy Efficiency Standards pre-rulemaking workshops and the overall schedule for the 2019 Standards​

State regulators can play a critical role in unleashing building energy data
Mary Shoemaker, state policy analyst for ACEEE, discusses the benefits of energy data access and the role of statewide utility regulators.

Walmart stores, other commercial buildings to have energy-storage systems installed
The new systems will boost their energy efficiency, reduce costs, and lower Southern California Edison’s electricity demand during times of peak usage.​

New Technology

Blockchain Is Helping to Build a New Kind of Energy Grid
Using the technology behind Bitcoin, participants in the Brooklyn Microgrid are buying and selling locally generated renewable energy over a peer-to-peer network.

Good Vibrations? California to Test Using Road Rumbles as a Power Source
The new technology would use piezoelectric crystals that create energy from the vibration of road traffic.​
 
SEEC Calendar 
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4/26-4/27 Green California Summit (Sacramento)
The Summit provides a forum where innovations in policy, technology, and practice can be showcased and shared.
 
That's all for this week. Have a great weekend!

Cary Garcia Jr.
Statewide Local Government Energy Efficiency Best Practices Coordinator
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wEEkly Update 04/07/2017 Subscribe to the wEEkly Update Past Issues Funding Wizard | Energy Standards Online Resource Center | Energy Code Ace CAISO Today's Outlook 8th Annual Statewide Energy Efficiency Forum Call for Proposals The deadline to submit a proposal for the forum is Monday, April 10th. Click here to submit a proposal! News and Opportunities Prop 39: 2016 Citizens Oversight Board Reports are now available The Citizens Oversight Board has released their report on Prop 39, the California Clean Energy Jobs Act. PG&E Step Up Power Down Surpasses Goals PG&E partnered with San Francisco, San Jose, Redwood City, San Carlos, and Woodland to reduce energy usage in over 1,200 businesses and 3,100 households.​​ BayREN Forum: Household Electrification as a Pathway to On-Site ZNE The Bay Area Regional Energy Network (BayREN) hosted their first quarter regional forum focusing on ZNE standards and household electrification. Lead Commissioner Workshop: Customers of Climate Science Research A workshop to strengthen coordination with investor-owned electric utilities, local governments, and others to ensure Energy Commission funding for energy-related climate science research provides actionable results. 2017 Stakeholder Symposium and California-Germany Bilateral Energy Conference Save the date for the California ISO and Energy Commission events October 18-20 at the Sacramento Convention Center. Joint Agency Workshop on Methodologies to Establish POU GHG Reduction Targets The California Energy Commission and CARB will jointly conduct a workshop to discuss potential methodologies to establish GHG reduction targets for publicly owned utilities. Tracking Sustainability with Data, not Anecdotes The Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) discusses their sustainability tracking tool developed to help utilities track progress on sustainability goals. Publications and Resources CAISO Energy Matters The California ISO has released a new issue of their Energy Matters newsletter. Topics include an ISO study with NREL on flexible renewables,  Energy Imbalance Market cost benefits, ISO GHG emissions reductions, and renewables growing in the ISO's energy mix.   SEEC Calendar  Click the SEEC Calendar link to view all upcoming events. 4/13 Demystifying Energy Benchmarking in the Age of AB 802 Workshop (Brea) This workshop will help lay a foundational understanding of benchmarking and best practices, AB 802 requirements, and strategic planning resources for cities in Local Government Partnerships. 4/20 Municipal Green Building Conference and Expo (Downey) The U.S Green Building Council-Los Angeles Chapter (USGBC-LA) Municipal Green Building Conference and Expo (MGBCE) is the longest running annual green building event in Southern California. 4/26-4/27 Green California Summit (Sacramento) The Summit provides a forum where innovations in policy, technology, and practice can be showcased and shared.   Cary Garcia Jr. Statewide Local Government Energy Efficiency Best Practices Coordinator eecoordinator.info

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8th Annual Statewide Energy Efficiency Forum Call for Proposals  The annual SEEC Forum will be held in Fresno, June 14-15. The forum is an opportunity to showcase best practices, local projects, and innovative strategies for energy efficiency and sustainability. If you have innovative projects or replicable strategies to share, we encourage you to submit a proposal! News and Opportunities UC and Mexico: $10 million for joint energy efficiency research projects The UC system is leading by example and partnering with institutions in Mexico and around the world to advance clean energy and energy efficiency Light the way you were meant to see it The California Lighting Technology Center is a not-for-profit research, development and demonstration facility dedicated to accelerating the development and commercialization of next-generation, energy-efficient lighting, and daylighting technologies. Santa Monica City Council Approves Zero-Net Energy Ordinance The City of Santa Monica has become the first city in the country to adopt a ZNE ordinance in line with their goal to also be carbon neutral by 2050. Energy efficiency budget cuts could exact hefty price Lowell Ungar, senior policy advisor for ACEEE, discusses the far-reaching impacts of reducing funding energy efficiency resources, programs, and research. WRCOG Regional Streetlighting Program The Western Riverside Council of Governments created the Regional Streetlight Program to provide their member cities with energy efficient streetlighting options. Publications and Resources CAISO Today's Outlook The California Independent System Operator (CAISO) tracks the grid's daily supply and demand including production from renewable resources   SEEC Calendar  Click the SEEC Calendar link to view all upcoming events. 4/13 Demystifying Energy Benchmarking in the Age of AB 802 Workshop (Brea) This workshop will help lay a foundational understanding of benchmarking and best practices, AB 802 requirements, and strategic planning resources for cities in Local Government Partnerships. 4/20 Municipal Green Building Conference and Expo (Downey) The U.S Green Building Council-Los Angeles Chapter (USGBC-LA) Municipal Green Building Conference and Expo (MGBCE) is the longest running annual green building event in Southern California. 4/26-4/27 Green California Summit (Sacramento) The Summit provides a forum where innovations in policy, technology, and practice can be showcased and shared.   Cary Garcia Jr. Statewide Local Government Energy Efficiency Best Practices Coordinator eecoordinator.info

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8th Annual Statewide Energy Efficiency Forum June 14-15 Mark your calendars for June 14th-15th. The annual SEEC Forum will be in Fresno with two pre-forum workshops on June 13th focusing on Energy Efficiency 101 and Zero Net Energy for Local Governments. Click here to find more information and register for the forum. News and Opportunities BART's New Sustainability Effort Holly Gordon, BART's Sustainability Group Manager discusses the latest effort to make BART more sustainable. Low-Income Renters Face Barriers to Clean Energy Maria Stamas of NRDC reviews the SB 350 Barriers Study from the California Energy Commission. 2017 Linda Latham Scholarship ACEEE has announced that they are accepting applications for the Linda Latham Scholarships to attend their 2017 Summer Study on Energy Efficiency in Industry in Denver, Colorado from August 15 -18, 2017. There’s Vast Untapped Potential for Solar Rooftops in the US, Says Google Greentech Media reviews Google's Project Sunroof since it's launch two years ago. The website now includes 60 million rooftops across the country. Publications and Resources Let's Talk Communities & Climate ICLEI in collaboration with Path to Positive Communities and ecoAmerica have developed a guide to help local government and community leaders successfully communicate local climate change solutions to their communities. Financing Energy Savings Through On-Bill Repayment Recognizing the potential opportunities for affordable rental property owners, the California Housing Partnership Corporation reports on a pilot study of on-bill repayment (OBR) at five affordable rental home properties in the City of Santa Monica. Rate Design Matters: The Intersection of Residential Rate Design and Energy Efficiency ACEE explores the relationship between changes in residential rate design and energy efficiency, focusing on how recently proposed rate structures alter customer behavior through a review of recent pricing studies across the country. New Edition of Blueprint The California Energy Commission has released a new edition of Blueprint, their newsletter for energy efficiency and Title 24 Energy Standards. Career Opportunities Executive Director/Air Pollution Control Officer - Sacramento The Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District is currently offering a unique opportunity for an innovative, energetic leader to lead one of California’s premier Air Quality Management Districts. The final day to apply is Friday, March 31st. Management Analyst - City of Palmdale The City of Palmdale is seeking a Management Analyst that will support environmental and energy efficiency projects. The final date to apply is Thursday, March 30th. Energy Technician - Redwood Coast Energy Authority Redwood Coast Energy Authority has an immediate full time benefited position for an Energy Technician. The selected Energy Technician will support Redwood Coast Energy Authority’s Energy Watch partnership’s Regional Direct Install program.   SEEC Calendar  Click the SEEC Calendar link to view all upcoming events. 3/30 Webinar: Risks and Rewards in the ZNE Marketplace Explore and understand the developer and owner perspectives on investor value of zero and take a close look at income, cost, and risk. 3/30 Webinar - State of Advanced Energy: Markets, Trends, Jobs Highlights from the fifth edition of AEE's annual report of the advanced energy industry, worldwide and in the United States, as well as the latest numbers of advanced energy jobs from the second national survey of energy employment by the Dept. of Energy. 4/20 Municipal Green Building Conference and Expo (Downey) The U.S Green Building Council Los Angeles Chapter (USGBC-LA) Municipal Green Building Conference and Expo (MGBCE) is the longest running annual green building event in Southern California. 4/26-4/27 Green California Summit (Sacramento) The Summit provides a forum where innovations in policy, technology and practice can be showcased and shared.   CivicSpark is now recruiting Project Partners for 2017-18 Over the past 3 years, CivicSpark, LGC's Governor's Initiative AmeriCorps program has provided 130,000+ hrs of climate and water capacity-building support to over 100 public agencies. If you are a local government, State agency, or an NGO with a climate or water action project need, visit our website to learn more and apply to receive project support!

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wEEkly update 3/17/2017 Subscribe to the wEEkly Update Past Issues Funding Wizard | Energy Standards Online Resource Center | Energy Code Ace 8th Annual Statewide Energy Efficiency Forum June 14-15 Mark your calendars for June 14th-15th. The annual SEEC Forum will be in Fresno with two pre-forum workshops on June 13th focusing on Energy Efficiency 101 and Zero Net Energy for Local Governments. Click here to find more information and register for the forum. News and Opportunities Wet Winter Leads to Potential CAISO Spring Curtailment The California ISO expects to curtail up to 8,000MW this Spring due to the overabundance of hydro generation. Apply for a Public Fleet Rebate The Public Fleet Pilot Project offers up to $15,000 in rebates for the purchase of new, eligible zero-emissions and plug-in hybrid light-duty vehicles by public agencies operating in California's most vulnerable and pollution-burdened areas. Can California Go 100% Green? Anne C. Mulkern digs into the details of latest push to use 100% renewable energy in the California grid. California Vineyard Reaps Savings From Sustainability Efforts A California vineyard participated in Southern California Edison's Savings by Design program saving money and becoming more energy efficient and sustainable. What the Wall Street Journal got wrong about PACE Jim Barrett Chief Economist for The American Council for Energy-Efficient Economy or ACEEE, challenges the Wall Street Journal on their opinion of PACE programs. Cannabis Growers Now Eligible for Agriculture Electricity Rate Once they have a permit from their local jurisdiction and if 70 percent or more of their annual energy usage is ag related cannabis growers can receive a reduced agriculture electricity rate from PG&E. Publications and Resources Smart Buildings: Using Smart Technology to Save Energy in Existing Buildings A report from ACEEE reviews the smart technologies for commercial buildings and estimates how much energy they can save. The Integrated Energy Network The Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) is developing action plans to support the future of an an integrated energy network focusing on efficiency, sustainability, connectivity, and customer choice and control. Jobs and Investment Fact Sheet At least 2.2 million people work in energy efficiency in the US according to the ACEEE Jobs and Investment Fact Sheet. Career Opportunities Management Analyst - City of Palmdale The City of Palmdale is seeking a Management Analyst that will support environmental and energy efficiency projects. The final date to apply is Thursday, March 30th. Energy Technician - Redwood Coast Energy Authority Redwood Coast Energy Authority has an immediate full time benefited position for an Energy Technician. The selected Energy Technician will support Redwood Coast Energy Authority’s Energy Watch partnership’s Regional Direct Install program Project Coordinator: Energize Fresno The Local Government Commission has an immediate full-time position for a Project Coordinator to support the the Energy and Climate Change sector. In particular, they are looking for someone to support the Energize Fresno  projects.   SEEC Calendar  Click the SEEC Calendar link to view all upcoming events. 3/23 Peer Exchange Call: Affecting Behavior Change: Energy Report Data Use Peer Exchange call to discuss best practices for using data from home energy reports to encourage homeowners to change their behaviors and save more energy. 3/30 Webinar: Risks and Rewards in the ZNE Marketplace Explore and understand the developer and owner perspectives on investor value of zero and take a close look at income, cost, and risk. 4/20 Municipal Green Building Conference and Expo (Downey) The U.S Green Building Council Los Angeles Chapter (USGBC-LA) Municipal Green Building Conference and Expo (MGBCE) is the longest running annual green building event in Southern California. 4/26-4/27 Green California Summit (Sacramento) The Summit provides a forum where innovations in policy, technology and practice can be showcased and shared.   That's all for this week. Have a great weekend! CivicSpark is now recruiting Project Partners for 2017-18 Over the past 3 years, CivicSpark, LGC's Governor's Initiative AmeriCorps program has provided 130,000+ hrs of climate and water capacity-building support to over 100 public agencies. If you are a local government, State agency, or an NGO with a climate or water action project need, visit our website to learn more and apply to receive project support!

SAVE THE DATE : Statewide Energy Efficiency Collaborative

8th Annual Statewide Energy Efficiency Forum Call for Proposals and Registration NOW OPEN Join us for the 8th Annual Statewide Energy Efficiency Forum in Fresno from June 14th to June 15th, with pre-forum activities taking place June 13th! This forum is offered at no-cost to California local governments and features updates from key state agencies, highlights innovative local energy and sustainability projects, offers capacity-building trainings, and provides multiple networking opportunities. DoubleTree by Hilton  Downtown Fresno 2233 Ventura Street Fresno, CA 93721 With optional pre-forum activities taking place June 13th REGISTER TODAY! CALL FOR PROPOSALS The forum is an opportunity to showcase best practices, local projects, and innovative strategies for energy efficiency and sustainability. If you have innovative projects or replicable strategies to share, we encourage you to submit a session proposal! SUBMIT YOUR PROPOSAL TODAY! We hope you can join us! If you have any questions about the forum, please contact Khrystyna Platte at kplatte@lgc.org. For more information about the forum, please visit lgc.org/2017-seec-forum. This forum is being organized by the Local Government Commission through the Statewide Energy Efficiency Collaborative (SEEC). SEEC is an alliance to help cities and counties reduce greenhouse gas emissions and save energy. SEEC is a collaboration between three statewide non-profit organizations and California's four Investor Owned Utilities. This program is funded by California utility customers and administered by Southern California Gas Company, San Diego Gas & Electric Company, Pacific Gas and Electric Company and Southern California Edison, under the auspices of the California Public Utilities Commission.

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SEEC Local Government Roundtable You can find more information and join a Local Government Roundtable using the link above. The current street lighting roundtable is scheduled for March 27th. The next roundtable for Codes and Standards will be scheduled soon. News and Opportunities PG&E Resilient Communities Grant Program PG&E is currently requesting grant proposals that will build healthy and resilient forests and watersheds to help communities prevent and prepare for increasing wildfire risk. Eligible projects include research, planning or demonstration projects that support local climate resilience initiatives. BayREN Forum: Household Electrification as a Pathway to On-Site ZNE The BayREN Codes & Standards (C&S) team invites you to register for their upcoming regional forum on March 30th. The focus of this workshop is to help local governments address misconceptions and questions about 2016 Title 24 Energy Codes when designing new, or applying deep energy retrofits for, all-electric low-rise residential buildings. New Solar Homes Partnership Guidebook The California Energy Commission adopted the New Solar Homes Partnership Guidebook, Tenth Edition (NSHP Guidebook) at its March 8, 2017, Business Meeting. Electric Vehicle Readiness Ordinance Introduced in SF The EV Readiness Ordinance strives to eliminate cost barriers to EV charging deployment in existing construction by requiring electrical capacity and supporting infrastructure to be in place at time of new construction or major renovation in order to meet the growing demand for EV charging. CAEECC Adhoc Working Group Meeting 3/17  The California Energy Efficiency Coordinating Committee (CAEECC) will be hosting an Ad hoc working group meeting in San Francisco to discuss the year 2 planning process and prepare for the formal CAEECC meeting on April 19. Community Focused Equity in Research Funding 3/20 California Energy Commission staff will conduct a workshop to discuss energy research and development needs of disadvantaged communities for inclusion in future funding initiatives. LGSEC Quarterly Energy Networking Meeting 3/29 Dan Sperling, Board Member at the California Air Resources Board and Founding Director of the Institute of Transportation Studies at UC Davis will be the keynote speaker discussing current implications of federal actions on state policies and goals relating to electric vehicles. Publications and Resources California Energy Efficiency Coordinating Committee The California Energy Efficiency Coordinating Committee (CAEECC) is a venue for stakeholders to provide input into the development of the Program Administrators' energy efficiency business plans. Energy Standards Outreach & Education Schedule The California Energy Commission maintains a calendar of events where Outreach & Education staff will be sharing information on energy efficiency and Title 24 Building Standards across the state. Career Opportunities Project Coordinator: Energize Fresno The Local Government Commission has an immediate full-time position for a Project Coordinator to support the the Energy and Climate Change sector. In particular, they are looking for someone to support the Energize Fresno  projects.   SEEC Calendar  Click the SEEC Calendar link to view all upcoming events. 3/16-3/19 (Yosemite National Park) Yosemite Policymakers Conference Join mayors, city council members, county supervisors, city managers, and high-level department heads for the 26th Annual Yosemite Policymakers Conference. 4/26-4/27 Green California Summit (Sacramento) The Summit provides a forum where innovations in policy, technology and practice can be showcased and shared. 5/5/17 (Long Beach) The Business of Local Energy Symposium 2017 Business of Clean Energy Symposium to convening government, business, and community leaders to accelerate California's shift to a clean energy economy and to exchange ideas about Community Choice Energy programs.   Cary Garcia Jr. Statewide Local Government Energy Efficiency Best Practices Coordinator eecoordinator.info CivicSpark is now recruiting Project Partners for 2017-18 Over the past 3 years, CivicSpark, LGC's Governor's Initiative AmeriCorps program has provided 130,000+ hrs of climate and water capacity-building support to over 100 public agencies. If you are a local government, State agency, or an NGO with a climate or water action project need, visit our website to learn more and apply to receive project support!

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wEEkly update 3/3/2017 Subscribe to the wEEkly Update Funding Wizard | Energy Standards Online Resource Center | Energy Code Ace SEEC Local Government Roundtable You can find more information and join a Local Government Roundtable using the link above. The current streetlighting roundtable is scheduled for March 27th. The next roundtable for Codes and Standards will scheduled soon. News and Opportunities Santa Monica and Marin County Local Ordinances The City of Santa Monica and Marin County local ordinances that exceeded 2016 Building Energy Efficiency Standards are up for approval at the California Energy Commission's March 8th Business Meeting. Urban Green Grant Program The California Natural Resources Agency is providing funding to projects that reduce greenhouse gases by sequestering carbon, decreasing energy consumption and reducing vehicle miles traveled, while also transforming the built environment into places that are more sustainable, enjoyable, and effective in creating healthy and vibrant communities. LG Input Requested: Draft Solicitation for EPIC Projects California Energy Commission staff is developing a competitive Grant Funding Opportunity (GFO) through the Electric Program Investment Charge (EPIC) to increase the adoption of emerging clean energy technologies in large-scale procurement processes. Comments are due 5 p.m. on Monday, March 13, 2017. 22nd Annual POWER Conference March 24th The Energy Institute at the Haas School of Business will be hosting the annual POWER Conference on Energy Research and Policy. Getting to Zero Net Energy Buildings: Present and Future The California Energy Commission staff will host a one-hour webinar to provide information on innovative projects focusing on zero net energy (ZNE) buildings. Prop 39 Energy Expenditure Plan Deadline: August 1, 2017 The California Energy Commission would like to remind Local Educational Agencies of this important deadline so they can encumber Proposition 39 K-12 program allocations by the statutory required deadline of June 30, 2018. Publications and Resources Investing in energy efficiency: Research on when it pays David Trilling of the Harvard Kennedy School provides a friendly overview of research on the value of energy efficiency across different times of day and seasons. Career Opportunities Policy Associate, Berkeley/Sacramento Rising Sun Energy Center is hiring a mission-driven Policy Associate to work towards our goal of being a catalyst for social and environmental systems change by engaging in a transformative policy platform.   SEEC Calendar  Click the SEEC Calendar link to view all upcoming events. 3/7 Zero Energy Buildings: From Dream to Reality in Public and Private Sectors This webinar will discuss Zero Energy Buildings across the public and commercial sectors, and highlight DOEs new Zero Energy focused accelerators. 3/16-3/19 (Yosemite National Park) Yosemite Policymakers Conference Join mayors, city council members, county supervisors, city managers, and high-level department heads for the 26th Annual Yosemite Policymakers Conference. 4/26-4/27 Green California Summit (Sacramento) The Summit provides a forum where innovations in policy, technology and practice can be showcased and shared. 5/5/17 (Long Beach) The Business of Local Energy Symposium 2017 Business of Clean Energy Symposium to convening government, business, and community leaders to accelerate California's shift to a clean energy economy and to exchange ideas about Community Choice Energy programs.   That's all for this week. Have a great weekend! Cary Garcia Jr. Statewide Local Government Energy Efficiency Best Practices Coordinator eecoordinator.info CivicSpark is now recruiting Project Partners for 2017-18 Over the past 3 years, CivicSpark, LGC's Governor's Initiative AmeriCorps program has provided 130,000+ hrs of climate and water capacity-building support to over 100 public agencies. If you are a local government, State agency, or an NGO with a climate or water action project need, visit our website to learn more and apply to receive project support!

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Here are your wEEkly updates: SEEC Local Government Roundtable The Local Government Roundtable is a great opportunity to share best practices and resources, discuss opportunities to overcome challenges, and highlight innovative local efforts. Current topics include Codes & Standards, PACE Financing and Streetlighting. For more information you can reply to this email or cgarcia@lgc.org. News and Opportunities City of Lancaster ZNE Ordinance The City of Lancaster has passed a Zero Net Energy ordinance. New homes in Lancaster will be required to meet energy standards with rooftop solar. BayREN Codes & Standards Program 2016 Annual Report This report from the Bay Area Regional Energy Network (BayREN) provides a detailed summary of the Codes & Standards activities in 2016. 2017 Charge! Program BAAQMD is pleased to announce the 2017 Charge! Program, an incentive program that offers grant funding to help offset a portion of the cost of purchasing, installing, and operating new publicly available charging stations at qualifying facilities within the Air District’s jurisdiction. Whole-Building Energy Use Data Access, Benchmarking, and Public Disclosure AB 802 revises the Public Resources Code to require utilities to provide energy usage data for covered buildings to the owners, owner’s agents, or operators of those buildings upon request, and further requires the Energy Commission to establish a benchmarking and public disclosure program. California Distributed Energy Future 2017 Mar. 8-9 Greentech Media will be hosting a conference focused on the integration and market for distributed energy resources (DER). The agenda will include policy, grid integration, rate design, and emerging technology. Webinar: LED Lamp Specification and Certification The Energy Commission will be hosting a webinar with Q&A for review current LED lighting specification that encourages lighting exceeding current standards. In 2017, do as California is: Make air cleanup, job one – Part 2 An article from Alan Kandel, that highlights energy efficiency, green buildings and renewables as part of the larger effort to keep our air clean. Publications and Resources Blueprint Newsletter The California Energy Commission's Energy Efficiency Division has a regular newsletter, Blueprint, focused on  Title 24 Building Efficiency Standards and Title 20 Appliance Standards. Reach Ordinances When exceeding statewide efficiency standards the California Energy Commission will review the proposed local ordinances. Some cities have already exceeded the 2016 standards that went into effect Jan 1, 2017 with several more pending. Career Opportunities Policy Associate, Berkeley/Sacramento Rising Sun Energy Center is hiring a mission-driven Policy Associate to work towards our goal of being a catalyst for social and environmental systems change by engaging in a transformative policy platform. Project Manager The Local Government Commission has an immediate opening for a full-time project manager. They are seeking a mission-driven, detail-oriented person with a background in public affairs, local governance, and/or water policy and management. Mentoring Program - AWWEE The Association of Women in Water, Energy and Environment (AWWEE) have launched their new mentoring program. Applications will be accepted through Today Friday, March 3. SEEC Calendar  Click the SEEC Calendar link to view all upcoming events. 3/7 Zero Energy Buildings: From Dream to Reality in Public and Private Sectors This webinar will discuss Zero Energy Buildings across the public and commercial sectors, and highlight DOEs new Zero Energy focused accelerators. 3/16-3/19 (Yosemite National Park) Yosemite Policymakers Conference Join mayors, city council members, county supervisors, city managers, and high-level department heads for the 26th Annual Yosemite Policymakers Conference. 4/26-4/27 Green California Summit (Sacramento) The Summit provides a forum where innovations in policy, technology and practice can be showcased and shared. 5/5/17 (Long Beach) The Business of Local Energy Symposium 2017 Business of Clean Energy Symposium to convening government, business, and community leaders to accelerate California's shift to a clean energy economy and to exchange ideas about Community Choice Energy programs.   That's all for this week. Have a great weekend! Cary Garcia Jr. Statewide Local Government Energy Efficiency Best Practices Coordinator eecoordinator.info Funding Wizard | Energy Standards Online Resource Center | Energy Code Ace CivicSpark is now recruiting Project Partners for 2017-18 Over the past 3 years, CivicSpark, LGC's Governor's Initiative AmeriCorps program has provided 130,000+ hrs of climate and water capacity-building support to over 100 public agencies. If you are a local government, State agency, or an NGO with a climate or water action project need, visit our website to learn more and apply to receive project support!