Zero-emission Vehicle Equity Task Force
The Zero-emission Vehicle (ZEV) Equity Task Force (Task Force) brings together leaders in zero-emission transportation such as environmental justice advocates, automakers, state government, and other key organizations to develop strategies to expand communities’ access to ZEVs and zero-emission mobility.
The Task Force was formed in response to direction from the California Air Resources Board (CARB or the Board) members through the language in the Advanced Clean Cars II Regulations Resolution 22-12 to “expand low-income and disadvantaged communities’ access to ZEVs and zero-emission mobility.”
In May 2023, the Task Force was formed to meet this goal. The primary objective of the Task Force is to expedite the deployment of ZEVs and charging infrastructure in low-income and disadvantaged communities throughout the state. We plan to accomplish this by forming partnerships that lead to tangible projects on the ground, ultimately increasing access to ZEVs and zero emission mobility.
ZEV Equity Task Force Meetings, Workgroup Meetings and Events
The ZEV Equity Task Force will convene multiple times a year, bringing together representatives from various sectors involved in zero-emission vehicles and mobility. The primary objectives are to receive updates from the workgroup, devise strategies to overcome barriers encountered, and collectively share information on statewide initiatives and projects.
Upcoming Meetings
| Date & Time | Meetings and Events |
| May 8, 2025 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. Virtual | Workgroup Meeting - EV Charging Payments Demonstration Project
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| June 24-25, 2025 |
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Past Meetings
| Date & Time | Meetings and Events |
| April 3, 2025 | Workgroup Meeting - ZEV Training Catalog |
| March 11, 2025 | ZEV Equity Task Force Meeting #5 |
| February 6, 2025 | Workgroup Meeting - Focused on GO-Biz ZEV Equity definition and Action Plan |
| January 9, 2025 | Workgroup Meeting - Focus on Workforce Development |
| December 5, 2024 | Workgroup Meeting - Focus on Workforce Development |
November 4, 2024 | ZEV Equity Task Force Meeting #4 |
| September 23, 2024 | Oxnard Community Tour Recap |
| September 12, 2024 | |
May 30, 2024 | ZEV Equity Task Force Meeting #3 |
Dec. 1, 2023 | ZEV Equity Task Force Meeting #2 |
| May 30, 2023 | ZEV Equity Task Force kick-off Meeting |
Workgroups
Based on the survey conducted before the first Task Force meeting and discussions during that meeting, three main categories were identified to focus on. In 2023 and 2024 each category had its own workgroup where members would come together to discuss project ideas and determine the best strategies to make a significant impact. Starting in 2025, the workgroups were consolidated into one meeting a month. Each meeting will address a different topic related to the categories listed below as well as workforce development. The 2023 and 2024 meeting summaries are provided on the pages listed below. Starting in 2025 the meeting registration links, agendas and meeting summaries will be provided in the table above.
Additional Resources
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Contact Us
To learn more about the task force or if you have a questions, please contact us at ZEVequity@arb.ca.gov.