Tools & Resources
Electrified Construction Guide
Electric construction equipment powered by low- or zero-carbon electricity is a practical strategy for decarbonizing during the construction phase. Developed by U.S. Green Building Council California (USGC-CA) with input from CORE Project Administrator, Emily Spath, this electrification guide outlines the key considerations for implementing an electric equipment strategy on job sites, with a focus on contractor use cases and decision-making. When considered during pre-construction planning, electric equipment can outperform diesel alternatives while reducing air and noise pollution and lowering embodied carbon.
Upcoming Events
2026 San Diego Ride & Drive
Ready to feel the power of innovation? This April, CALSTART and CARB are hosting the San Diego Ride & Drive to offer a hands-on experience with the latest zero-emissions off-road equipment, giving you the chance to test-drive groundbreaking machines designed for high-performance operation.
From rugged construction gear to advanced large forklifts, past events have showcased over 70 Class 2b–8 trucks, buses, vans, and off-road equipment. This free event is a great opportunity to explore the future of clean transportation — not just by looking, but by driving.
Whether you want to display your equipment, host a booth at the resource fair, or sign up to ride, we’ve got a spot for you. Spaces fill up fast, so don’t wait to register.
- Date: April 29, 2026
- Location: San Diego, CA
- Hosted by: CALSTART & CARB
California Green Building Conference 2026
As California’s longest-running and largest green building conference, the impactful 25th Annual California Green Building Conference brings together more than 1,000 green leaders for a powerful day of ideas, collaboration, and action. CORE is a proud sponsor of this event, as it connects sustainability innovators, industry professionals, equipment manufacturers, and community changemakers to explore bold solutions, celebrate leadership, and help shape the future of California’s built environment.
- Date: May 27- May 28, 2026
- Location: Berkeley, CA
- Hosted by: U.S. Green Building Council California
California Tribal Leaders Energy & Safety Summit
For the fifth year in a row, CALSTART will host the Tribal Leaders Energy Summit, bringing together investor-owned utilities and Tribal leaders to prompt discussion around energy sovereignty, improved grid resiliency, and emergency management. CORE will attend to connect with tribal leaders, spread awareness of the project, and offer zero-emission heavy-duty equipment onsite to test drive. This is a free event, so be sure to attend to learn how tribes are leading the way toward a clean energy future.
- Date: May 18 – May 20, 2026
- Location: Alpine, CA
- Hosted by: CALSTART
CORE in the Community
World Ag Expo – February 10-12
CORE administrators and CALSTART’s San Joaquin Valley office connected with the international farming community at the annual World Ag Expo in Tulare, CA. During this exhilarating event, the team met with leading manufacturers to discuss zero-emission agricultural equipment innovations while spreading the word about CORE’s vouchers to California’s farmers ahead of the FY25-26 funding cycle. There was strong interest amongst California’s growers and ranchers about joining the CORE project, as indicated by CORE’s elevated web traffic. This colorful expo is a can’t-miss opportunity for those in the agriculture industry to see the advancements in clean farming, so be sure to sign up to attend in 2027.
To learn how clean agriculture equipment can change your farming operations, email [email protected].
California Walnut Conference – February 19
At the February 19 Turlock Walnut Conference, CORE and Cal Fleet Advisor connected with more than two dozen growers and agricultural professionals. Program staff connected with attendees, who expressed openness to zero-emission solutions, including solar, batteries, and infrastructure, as ways to stabilize long-term operating costs and reduce environmental impact. The event highlighted clear opportunities for education, collaboration, and infrastructure planning. This conference helped CORE staff strengthen partnerships with regional nonprofits, exploring a farmer-focused infrastructure, and advance conversations with leads and partners to help expand zero-emission adoption across the Central Valley’s strong and engaged agriculture community.