California Air Resources Board

SACRAMENTO – California Attorney General Rob Bonta and the California Air Resources Board (CARB) today announced a $236.5 million settlement with heavy-duty engine manufacturer Hino Motors, Ltd., Hino Motors Manufacturing U.S.A. Inc. and Hino Motors Sales U.S.A. Inc. (collectively, Hino), a subsidiary of Toyota Motor Corporation. It is part of a larger federal settlement for $1.5 billion.

SACRAMENTO — The California Air Resources Board announced today that it was easing the requirements for portable generators to help meet the surge in demand from the Southern California wildfires.

Through June 30, 2025, generators that meet U.S. EPA standards can be sold in the state, temporarily suspending the need to meet California-emissions standards.

SACRAMENTO – The California Air Resources Board (CARB) reached a settlement agreement with FCA US LLC (FCA) of Auburn Hills, Mich., for $4,185,820 for violations of CARB’s air quality regulations.

SACRAMENTO – California received U.S. EPA approval today for two clean vehicle regulations that further pollution reduction solutions for passenger cars and heavy-duty vehicles, unlocking a combined $36 billion in public health benefits.

SACRAMENTO – California is launching a new incentive on Dec. 18 that will provide income-eligible Californians up to $2,000 toward the purchase of a new e-bike – the latest example of how the state is expanding access to zero-emissions transportation options to residents who need the boost the most. 

SACRAMENTO – Today at noon (PST), California and Quebec released the results of the 41st joint cap-and-trade auction of carbon allowances from both jurisdictions. The final numbers include sales figures and settlement prices for Current Vintage (2019 & 2024) and Advanced Vintage (2027).

RIVERSIDE—The California Air Resources Board salutes Deputy Executive Officer Annette Hebert as she retires after an extraordinary 35 years with the agency.

SACRAMENTO – The California Air Resources Board (CARB) today approved a $34.94 million incentives funding plan that will continue to support ongoing efforts to increase access to medium- and heavy-duty zero-emission trucks, buses and equipment, with a focus on small businesses.

SACRAMENTO — The California Air Resources Board today approved updates to the Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) that channel global, national and local private sector investment towards increasing cleaner fuel and transportation options for consumers, accelerating the deployment of zero-emission infrastructure, and keeping the state on track to meet legislatively mandated air quality and climate targets.

SACRAMENTO – The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is accepting applications through January 10, 2025, for the Haagen-Smit Clean Air Awards. The Haagen-Smit Award is California’s premier award for recognizing individuals who have made outstanding contributions to improving air quality or addressing climate change.