Research Planning
The Legislature created the Board’s research program in 1971 and identified it as an integral part of an effective air pollution control program. With the mandate as its foundation, the program encompasses all aspects of air pollution. CARB’s research program continues to play an important role in meeting the challenges of increasingly stringent federal air quality standards and long-term climate goals, and serves as the foundation for effective regulatory decisions.
More about this program
Funding Year 2025-2026 Solicitation for Pre-Proposals Now Open
The funding year 2025-2026 annual solicitation for pre-proposals is now open. A public solicitation meeting is scheduled for April 1. Letters of interest are due on April 10. Pre-proposals are due on May 2. For more information, go to the solicitation landing page.
Approved at the March 25, 2021 Board hearing
Currently accepting input on future research needs
Over 50 years of sponsored research contracts