CORE Newsletter: June 2024
Funding Update
Heavy-Duty Funding Lane Opens August 13, 2024, at 9 a.m. PT
We are pleased to announce that the CORE Heavy-Duty funding segment will begin accepting new voucher applications on August 13 at 9 a.m. PT. This presents a significant opportunity for off-road equipment users to apply for funding aimed at advancing sustainable transportation solutions. Prepare for the application process by learning more about how to participate.
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The CORE FY 23-24 Implementation Manual is Now Available!
This comprehensive guide provides step-by-step instructions for project participation, updates on new requirements, and detailed information on eligible equipment categories. Access the Implementation Manual (IM) on our website to ensure you understand the requirements and procedures for participating in CORE.
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Upcoming Events
Zero-Emissions Showcase + Ride & Drive
August 14, 2024
Oakland, California
Get ready for the Zero-Emissions Showcase + Ride & Drive event in Oakland hosted by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and CALSTART on August 14, 2024! Join us at the Oakland Arena from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. PT, to explore the latest in zero-emissions vehicles and cutting-edge technologies. This event will feature medium- and heavy-duty trucks (Class 2b-8), heavy-duty off-road equipment, school and transit buses, and commercial vans.
Save the date and look out for free registration opening in July 2024. Don’t miss this chance to test drive and learn about the future of sustainable transportation.
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CORE Project in the Off-Road Community
Future of Food, Fresno Zero-Emissions Showcase
In June, CORE in partnership with Fresno State's Water, Energy and Technology (WET) Center brought together growers, equipment manufacturers, and industry leaders for the third stop on the Future of Food tour. The event highlighted innovative solutions in agricultural sustainability, featuring zero-emissions vehicles and clean off-road equipment.
San Diego International Boat Show
The San Diego International Boat Show was a great success! Our team engaged with the boating and harbor craft community, discussing the latest advancements in zero-emissions technologies. Catch us at the next one!
Port Electrification Conference
The 2nd Annual Port Electrification US Conference in Long Beach, CA, was a pivotal gathering for exploring electrification solutions in port operations. CORE project administrators led industry conversations focused on creating more sustainable port practices and financial support from CA incentives like CORE. Our participation underscored California's commitment to sustainable port infrastructure.
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CORE Newsletter: April 2024
Funding Update
FY23-24 CORE Heavy-Duty equipment voucher requests will open in Q3 of 2024.
Closed: The FY22-23 voucher submittal-period window for the Commercial Harbor Craft (CHC) segment closed on April 1, 2024, at 9 a.m. PT.
FY23-24 Heavy-Duty Equipment Eligibility and Dealer Applications Are Being Accepted Until June 1, 2024
The CORE Project is accepting original equipment manufacturer (OEM) eligibility and dealer applications for zero-emission heavy-duty off-road equipment for the FY23-24 funding cycle.
Interested parties are encouraged to submit applications by June 1, 2024, by 5 p.m. Pacific Standard Time to receive due consideration. Equipment and dealer applications will be accepted after June 1 but cannot be guaranteed review or approval prior to the voucher opening date.
Interested OEMs can email eligibility applications to [email protected] and dealers can apply for approval through [email protected].
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Upcoming Events
Advanced Clean Transportation Expo
May 20-23, 2024
Las Vegas, Nevada
The Advanced Clean Technologies (ACT) Expo is the largest advanced commercial vehicle technology showcase presenting the clean technologies, equipment, and fuel services of leading OEMs and suppliers. This year’s event will be held in Las Vegas, Nevada, from May 20–23, 2024, with over 400 exhibitors and industry partners working to drive economic and environmental fleet sustainability. CORE Project information will be available at the California Air Resources Board’s booth in the main expo hall
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California Green Building Conference 2024
May 23, 2024
South Los Angeles, California
As the longest-running event for green building and sustainability in Southern California, the California Green Building Conference unites advocates and companies statewide to shape a greener California. The CORE Project will be hosting a conference booth to connect with stakeholders from the building and infrastructure industry about funding for zero-emission construction equipment.
Cassandra Savel, CORE Project Manager, will be taking part in a panel discussion at the conference on Zero Emission Equipment: Technicalities, Use Case, and Benefits alongside Sunbelt Rentals, Skanska, the California Air Resources Board, and Turner Construction Company from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. PT on May 23, 202
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CORE Project in the Off-Road Community
CORE Advocates Learning Symposium - Clean Agricultural Practices
On March 29, CORE project administrators hosted a virtual learning session centered on agricultural equipment best practices for the zero-emission off-road industry. Delfino Farms provided insight into their experience as a small business participating in the CORE Project to purchase a discounted Monarch MK-V Tractor. Experts from DANNAR, Monarch Tractor, and Moxion Power discussed the benefits and challenges of adopting zero-emission equipment in the agricultural space
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Newport Beach International Boat Show
On April 18–21, the Newport Beach International Boat Show welcomed visitors and exhibitors to the marina for a showcase of both recreational and commercial use maritime vessels. CORE project administrators were able to attend and share information about the CORE Project with interested manufacturers, dealers, and customers. An entire section of the on-water exhibit area was dedicated to electric vessels, highlighting the growing interest in zero-emission commercial harbor craft and the increase in vessels available on the market today.
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CORE FY 23-24 Heavy-Duty IM Release Overview Webinar
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) and CALSTART are pleased to announce the Clean Off-Road Equipment Voucher Incentive Project (CORE) will begin accepting voucher applications on August 13 at 9 a.m. Pacific.
To prepare for the heavy-duty application period, CORE project administrators hosted a webinar to review the CORE FY 23-24 Heavy-Duty Implementation Manual (IM), which includes updates on new requirements, guideline modifications, voucher amounts, and detailed information on eligible equipment categories. These updates ensure stakeholders understand the requirements and procedures for participating in CORE.
Missed the Heavy-Duty Update webinar? Watch the recording and review the PowerPoint presentation:
For questions, contact [email protected].
CORE Newsletter: May 2024
Funding Update
FY23-24 Heavy-Duty Equipment Eligibility and Dealer Applications Are Being Accepted Until June 1, 2024
The CORE Project is accepting original equipment manufacturer (OEM) eligibility and dealer applications for zero-emission heavy-duty off-road equipment.
Interested parties are encouraged to submit applications by June 1, 2024 by 5 p.m. Pacific Standard Time to receive due consideration. Equipment and dealer applications will be accepted after June 1 but cannot be guaranteed review or approval.
Interested OEMs can email eligibility applications to [email protected] and dealers can apply for approval through [email protected].
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Upcoming Events
Future of Food Tour, Fresno ZE Showcase
June 7, 2024
Fresno, California
Join the California Air Resources Board (CARB), Fresno State's Water, Energy and Technology (WET) Center, and CALSTART, Inc. on Friday, June 7, 2024, from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. as they bring together agriculture industry leaders and highlight state programs helping farms accelerate efforts into sustainability.
This FREE event at Fresno State's WET Center will showcase zero-emission vehicles and clean off-road equipment utilized to create a more sustainable agricultural future. Event participants will also have the opportunity to learn more about California incentive funding opportunities and connect with industry leaders and manufacturers directly.
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San Diego International Boat Show
June 20-23, 2024
San Diego, California
As the longest-running event for green building and sustainability in Southern California, the California Green Building Conference unites advocates and companies statewide to shape a greener California. The CORE Project will be hosting a conference booth to connect with stakeholders from the building and infrastructure industry about funding for zero-emission construction equipment.
Cassandra Savel, CORE Project Manager, will be taking part in a panel discussion at the conference on Zero Emission Equipment: Technicalities, Use Case, and Benefits alongside Sunbelt Rentals, Skanska, the California Air Resources Board, and Turner Construction Company from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. PT on May 23, 202
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2nd Annual Port Electrification US
June 25-26, 2024
Long Beach, California
As the longest-running event for green building and sustainability in Southern California, the California Green Building Conference unites advocates and companies statewide to shape a greener California. The CORE Project will be hosting a conference booth to connect with stakeholders from the building and infrastructure industry about funding for zero-emission construction equipment.
Cassandra Savel, CORE Project Manager, will be taking part in a panel discussion at the conference on Zero Emission Equipment: Technicalities, Use Case, and Benefits alongside Sunbelt Rentals, Skanska, the California Air Resources Board, and Turner Construction Company from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. PT on May 23, 202
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CORE Project in the Off-Road Community
Advanced Clean Transportation Expo
The Advanced Clean Technologies (ACT) Expo, North America’s largest advanced commercial vehicle technology showcase, presented the clean technologies, equipment, and fuel services of leading OEMs and suppliers in Las Vegas, Nevada, from May 20-23, 2024. CORE Project information was available at the California Air Resources Board’s booth in the main expo hall.
California Green Building Conference
The California Green Building Conference united advocates and companies statewide to shape a greener California on May 23, 2024. The CORE Project hosted a conference booth to connect with stakeholders from the building and infrastructure industry about funding for zero-emission construction equipment. Cassandra Savel, CORE Project Manager, took part in a panel discussion at the conference on Zero Emission Equipment: Technicalities, Use Case, and Benefits alongside Sunbelt Rentals, Skanska, the California Air Resources Board, and Turner Construction Company.
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CORE Advocates Learning Symposium: Clean Ag Practices
CORE Project Administrators are hosting a series of learning sessions featuring panelists covering various subjects in the zero-emissions off-road industry. These learning sessions are intended to provide industry insights and testimonials about operating CORE-funded equipment, and other topics covering an array of zero-emission off-road technology.
Our third symposium brought together industry experts who highlighted sustainable agricultural practices and discussed the benefits and challenges of adopting zero-emission equipment.
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CORE Heavy-Duty FY 22-23 Funding Cycle Closed, Commercial Harbor Craft Segment Extended Through April 1, 2024
The California CORE Project closed its heavy-duty equipment funding segment on January 18, receiving 1368 voucher requests for off-road ZE equipment, as well as an additional 745 requests for charging equipment. Of these requests, 696 were funded in disadvantaged communities (DACs), and 191 participants were small businesses. Additionally, demand exceeded the amount of available funding. Three new equipment categories – construction, agriculture, and mobile power units – were fully subscribed!
Although the general heavy-duty funding segment has closed, the voucher submittal-period window for the Commercial Harbor Craft segment has been extended through April 1, 2024, at 9 a.m. PT. Programmatic updates on contingency list allocations will be announced in coming months.
Now that the CORE heavy-duty fiscal year 22-23 funding segment has closed, CORE Project administrators will be hosting a Heavy-Duty Update Webinar on February 21, 2024 from 12 to 2 p.m. PT to inform participants and request public comment from stakeholders about plans for FY 22-23 contingency-list funding and the upcoming CORE FY 23-24 funding cycle.
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CORE Heavy-Duty Update Webinar
California CORE Project Administrators hosted a Heavy-Duty Update Webinar on Wednesday, February 21, 2024. This session presented the results of the fiscal year (FY) 22-23 voucher funding cycle and reviewed the established contingency-list funding procedures.
Watch the recording now to gain insights into these significant developments and to understand how they might affect your involvement in the CORE project going forward.
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CORE Advocates Learning Symposium: Purchasing and Leasing Clean Construction Equipment
CORE Project Administrators are hosting a series of learning sessions featuring panelists covering various subjects in the zero-emissions off-road industry. These learning sessions are intended to provide industry insights and testimonials about operating CORE-funded equipment, and other topics covering an array of zero-emission off-road technology. Our first symposium will bring together clean construction equipment users and industry experts who will discuss the benefits and challenges of adopting zero-emission equipment, including purchasing and leasing options.
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Electrified Construction Coalition Roundtable: Debunking the Myths Around Clean Construction
Please join the US Green Building Council- Los Angeles Construction Committee, the Electrified Construction Coalition, and CALSTART for a deep dive into debunking the myths around clean construction. The roundtable will focus on myth-busting around battery-life charging infrastructure, and electric construction equipment performance on rugged terrain. Hear from some of the leading manufacturers in the industry and everyday equipment users who have overcome transition challenges while deploying electric construction equipment.
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CORE Project Heavy-Duty Webinar FY22/23
CORE Project Administrators hosted the first webinar for the FY22/23 heavy-duty off-road equipment funding lane. Watch the webinar recording now to learn more about programmatic updates on topics including current project funding status, small business set-aside updates, and voucher redemption timelines.