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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. The program sponsors fundamental air pollution and climate studies, supports the development of new and innovative pollution-reduction strategies, and evaluates ongoing programs and regulatory efforts. To assist the Board in managing a technically sound research program, the Legislature created the Research Screening Committee to oversee the program. CARB’s scientific technical staff serve as contract managers and closely monitor and manage the work performed by outside contractors.
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You can help CARB set the research priorities for the next few years through our open solicitation portal. Anyone can submit ideas at any time. Learn more about what CARB is looking for on our ideas website.

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What is the Annual Research Plan?

CARB’s annual research plan is designed to address the Board’s priority research needs. The Board is primarily interested in projects that will assist in addressing the future research needs in the general areas of Health and Air Quality Standards, Exposure Assessment, Technology Advancement and Pollution Prevention, and Global Climate Change. However, research ideas outside of the key areas of interest will also be considered. The nature and scope of proposed research ideas will vary as will the size and duration of the project. While there is no minimum or maximum funding amount that may be suggested for the conduct of the proposed research, suggested budgets are expected to be consistent with our historical levels. The Board's research budget is approximately $5 million dollars per year and typically supports 15-25 projects with two to three year durations. There is no specified minimum or maximum project budget, but typical budgets range from $50,000-$650,000.