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Scientists work at laboratory benches in a modern research lab equipped with analytical instruments, ventilation hoods, and exposed ductwork. Several researchers wearing white lab coats prepare samples, operate equipment, and record observations in a bright, collaborative workspace.
Watts Clean Air and Energy Committee holds a South Los Angeles Community Implementation Roundtable Meeting at St. John's United Methodist Church in the Watts neighborhood of Los Angeles on June 26, 2026.
Graphic for the California Air Resources Board (CARB) announcing a Board Meeting on July 23, 2026. The CARB logo, featuring curved multicolored lines, appears above the text. The background is a soft, blurred gradient of light blues and whites.
Close-up of a California Air Resources Board air monitoring instrument mounted on a pole outdoors, with a clear collection vial attached to the side. Additional air monitoring equipment is visible in the blurred background beneath a clear blue sky.
A person stands beside an open driver’s door of a white electric Chevrolet Equinox SUV with Miocar branding during an outdoor community event. The vehicle is parked in a lot under a clear blue sky, with trees and other vehicles visible in the background.
CARB logo Evening Community Meeting Clean Transportation Incentives for a Cleaner California Tuesday, July 21, 5:00-7:00 p.m. Image of people attending a virtual meeting
A group of local and state leaders gather outdoors for a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the expansion of Santa Barbara’s e-bike program. Participants hold a long red ribbon while one person cuts it beside an e-bike, with palm trees, neighborhood homes, and mountains in the background.
A bright green, zero-emission electric forklift is parked outdoors at an equipment yard with its lifting mast fully raised. The forklift is branded with SSA Pacific and displays "Electric" and "Zero Emission" markings, along with a CORE program decal. Additional industrial equipment, including forklifts and a red telehandler, are visible in the background beneath a partly cloudy sky, illustrating the use of clean off-road equipment.
Graphic promoting a Cal Fleet Advisor webinar titled "Cal Fleet Advisor's Pit Stop." The design features a white background with a stylized roadway graphic across the top. Below, a photo shows two zero-emission heavy-duty trucks parked side by side, including a teal truck in the foreground and a white truck behind it. A red panel on the right reads "Register today" and lists the event details: July 9, 2026, 10 a.m.–11 a.m. PT, Zoom, with calendar, clock, and location icons. The Cal Fleet Advisor logo appears at the bottom of the panel.
Graphic from the California Air Resources Board titled "July Events." Lists seven events: 7/2: CORE Implementation Workgroup 7/14: TRU Regulation Workshop #1 7/16: Equitable Housing Decarbonization Research Seminar 7/16: SB 1137 Emissions Detection Systems Workshop 7/21: Evening Community Mtg: Clean Transportation Incentives 7/22: Community Air Protection Consultation Group Meeting 7/23: Board Meeting Website listed at the bottom: arb.ca.gov/events.
Infographic titled “How ethylene oxide (EtO) can affect your health.” A human body illustration highlights the head, nose, throat, lungs, and stomach. Short-term effects listed include headaches, dizziness, fatigue, nose and throat irritation, nausea, and stomach distress. Long-term effects include non-cancer and cancer effects, lymphohematopoietic (white blood cell) cancers, and breast cancer in women. The CARB logo appears at the bottom.
A white electric semi-truck is parked at a commercial charging depot with multiple fast chargers and charging cabinets. Two people in safety vests stand nearby while trucks travel on an overpass in the background.
California Air Resources Board Chair Lauren Sánchez sits at a conference table between the U.S. and California flags, signing an official agreement. Several documents bearing government seals are spread across the table as she signs one with a pen, symbolizing California's partnership with Québec and Washington to begin the process of linking their carbon markets.
Graphic for the California Air Resources Board (CARB) announcing a Board Meeting on June 25, 2026. The CARB logo, featuring curved multicolored lines, appears above the text. The background is a soft, blurred gradient of light blues and whites.
Infographic titled “Wear N95 Masks Correctly” showing illustrated side and front views of a person properly wearing an N95 respirator mask. Text at the top reads: “Use N95 respirator masks marked NIOSH for the best protection against smoke.” The side-view illustration shows the mask fitting over the nose and under the chin, with instructions to place one strap above the ears and one strap below the ears without crossing them. A highlighted text box states: “Respirator should collapse as you breathe in and not let air in from the sides.” The front-view illustration shows the mask labeled “NIOSH” and “N95,” with instructions to pinch the nose bar to shape it to the nose. The CARB logo appears in the bottom right corner.
Infographic titled “How acrolein can affect your health.” A human body illustration highlights the eyes, nose, throat, and lungs. Short-term effects listed include watery eyes, coughing, and a burning sensation in the nose and throat. Long-term effects include respiratory illnesses such as congestion, shortness of breath, worsened asthma conditions, eye, nose, and throat irritation, respiratory tract damage, cancer risk, and altered DNA in cells. The graphic notes greater health impacts on sensitive populations, including infants, children, pregnant people, and older adults.
Infografía titulada “Protéjase del humo” que presenta seis consejos ilustrados sobre seguridad frente al humo, organizados en una cuadrícula. Los íconos y el texto incluyen: un ícono con una gráfica y el texto “Revisa la calidad del aire”; un ícono de una ventana con “Cierra ventanas y puertas”; un ícono de una casa con una flecha de recirculación y  el texto “Usa el aire acondicionado en modo de recirculación con un filtro nuevo”; un ícono de un purificador de aire con el título “Usa un purificador de aire certificado por CARB”; un ícono de una estufa con “Evita aspirar, freír alimentos o usar electrodomésticos de gas”; y un ícono de una mascarilla N95 con el texto “Usa una mascarilla N95”. El logotipo de CARB aparece en la esquina inferior derecha.
Infographic titled “Protect Yourself from Smoke” featuring six illustrated smoke safety tips arranged in a grid. Icons and text include: a graph icon with “Check air quality”; a window icon with “Close windows & doors”; a house icon with a recirculation arrow and “Run AC on recirculate with a new filter”; an air cleaner icon with “Use a CARB-certified air cleaner”; a stove icon with “Avoid vacuuming, frying food or using gas-powered appliances”; and an N95 mask icon with “Wear an N95 mask.” The CARB logo appears in the bottom right corner.
Community members share ideas and priorities during an outreach event supporting Thai Community Development Center's Advancing Community-Centered & Environmentally Sustainable Solutions in LA (ACCESS LA) project.
Graphic featuring the SHIFT logo and acronym for Sustainable Heavy-Duty Initiatives for Future Technology. The logo appears in white on a blue-to-green gradient background with geometric design elements. Below the logo, the full program name is displayed, followed by the website address “CaliforniaSHIFT.org.” The graphic promotes California’s SHIFT initiative and its online information hub for sustainable heavy-duty transportation projects and technologies.
CARB logo Evening Community Meeting Clean Transportation Incentives for a Cleaner California Tuesday, June 16, 5:00-7:00 p.m. Image of people attending a virtual meeting
Split image of downtown Los Angeles. The top half, in black and white, shows the city skyline covered in thick smog. The bottom half, in color, shows the same skyline on a clear day with blue skies. Overlaid text reads: “For 50+ years, CA has cut air pollution, but our work is not done. Together, we can continue to build cleaner, healthier communities for all.” CARB logo at the bottom.
A group of four professionally dressed adults standing and smiling in an office setting. Above them is the text “Be an agent of change!” Below, a teal box displays: “Open Exam: Assistant Division Chief. $14,541–$16,511 per month. Deadline: June 26, 2026.” The CARB logo appears at the bottom.
Graphic from the California Air Resources Board titled "June Events." Lists four events: 6/16: Evening Community Meeting on Clean Transportation Incentives 6/17: One-Stop Truck Event: San Diego 6/22: Public Workshop on Drive Forward Light-Duty Vehicle Program 6/25: CARB Board Meeting Website listed at the bottom: arb.ca.gov/events.
Graphic titled “Cap-and-Invest: Delivering bill credits, climate funding and support for California businesses.” The graphic highlights four funding and support categories under California’s Cap-and-Invest Program updates: $10 billion in electricity bill credits for Californians, $8 billion for the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund, $4 billion incentive fund for California businesses and jobs, and $800 million in added support for industry. The CARB logo appears at the bottom of the graphic.
Graphic for the California Air Resources Board (CARB) announcing a Board Meeting on May 28, 2026. Below the date, the graphic reads “The Board may continue this public meeting on May 29, at 9 a.m. to conclude any remaining business. “ The CARB logo, featuring curved multicolored lines, appears above the text. The background is a soft, blurred gradient of light blues and whites.
Joint Cap-and-Invest Auction Results Current Vintage (2024, 2026) Number offered: 49,647,415 Number sold: 49,647,415 Settlement price: $28.81 Advance Vintage(2029) Number offered: 6,481,750 Number sold: 6,481,750 Settlement price: $28.76
A white and blue electric refrigerated box truck labeled “LION6” is parked under a solar canopy at a charging station. The truck features a large Morgan-branded cargo box with blue graphics and the slogan “Charging Ahead with Innovation and Electrification.” A Thermo King refrigeration unit is mounted above the cab.
CARB logo Evening Community Meeting Clean Transportation Incentives for a Cleaner California Tuesday, May 19, 5:00-7:00 p.m. Image of people attending a virtual meeting
Infografía titulada “Seguridad contra el humo durante evacuaciones” de CARB que muestra a una persona ilustrada usando una mascarilla N95, mientras conduce durante una evacuación por incendio forestal. El fondo incluye un cielo lleno de humo, árboles y un letrero vial que dice “HWY 50 CLOSED DUE TO FIRE” (Autopista 50 cerrada debido a incendio). Los consejos de seguridad colocados alrededor de la ilustración incluyen: • Use mascarillas N95 mientras viaja y en los refugios. • Permanezca dentro del vehículo con las ventanas y puertas cerradas. • Siga siempre las órdenes de evacuación. • Lleve inhaladores y medicamentos. • Si es posible, evacúe hacia un área con mejor calidad del aire. • Use el aire acondicionado del vehículo en modo de recirculación. El logotipo de CARB aparece en la esquina inferior derecha.
Infographic titled “Evacuation Smoke Safety” from CARB showing an illustrated person wearing an N95 mask while driving during a wildfire evacuation. The background includes smoky skies, trees, and a road sign reading “HWY 50 CLOSED DUE TO FIRE.” Safety tips placed around the illustration include: • Wear N95 masks while traveling and at shelters • Stay in vehicle with windows and doors closed • Always follow evacuation orders • Bring inhalers and medication • If possible, evacuate to an area with better air quality • Run vehicle air conditioning on recirculate The CARB logo appears in the bottom right corner.
Gráfico titulado “Índice de Calidad del Aire (AQI)” que muestra una tabla codificada por colores con los niveles del AQI y la recomendación de salud correspondiente. Verde (0–50): Bueno — “Disfrute sus actividades habituales al aire libre”. Amarillo (51–100): moderado — “Los niños y adultos extremadamente sensibles deben evitar actividades extenuantes al aire libre”. Naranja (101–150): dañino para grupos sensibles — “Niños y adultos sensibles deben limitar la actividad prolongada al aire libre”. Rojo (151–200): dañino — “Grupos sensibles deben evitar la exposición al aire libre y los demás deben limitar la actividad prolongada afuera”. Púrpura (201–300): muy dañino — “Grupos sensibles deben permanecer en interiores y los demás deben evitar la actividad al aire libre”. Púrpura oscuro (301–500): peligroso — “Todas las personas deben evitar cualquier esfuerzo al aire libre”. El logotipo de CARB aparece en la esquina inferior derecha.
Gráfico del mapa de los Centros de Aire Limpio de California, que muestra las ubicaciones de los centros marcadas y una barra lateral con los detalles de la Biblioteca Vallejo Springtowne. El gráfico destaca el propósito del mapa: ayudar a los usuarios a encontrar lugares seguros para protegerse del humo de los incendios forestales y la contaminación del aire. Las funciones interactivas clave incluyen ubicaciones permanentes y temporales de los centros de aire limpio, dirección e información de contacto, horarios de operación y recursos disponibles en el sitio. Los logotipos de Clean Air Center y CARB aparecen en la parte inferior junto con el enlace del sitio web: arb.ca.gov/cleanaircenters.
Graphic titled “Air Quality Index” showing a color-coded chart of AQI levels and related health guidance. Green (0–50): Good — “Enjoy your usual outdoor activities.” Yellow (51–100): Moderate — “Extremely sensitive children and adults should refrain from strenuous outdoor activities.” Orange (101–150): Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups — “Sensitive children and adults should limit prolonged outdoor activity.” Red (151–200): Unhealthy — “Sensitive groups should avoid outdoor exposure and others should limit prolonged outdoor activity.” Purple (201–300): Very Unhealthy — “Sensitive groups should stay indoors and others should avoid outdoor activity.” Dark purple (301–500): Hazardous — “Everyone should avoid all outdoor exertion.” The CARB logo appears in the bottom right corner.
Graphic for the California Clean Air Centers Map, featuring a regional map with marked locations and a sidebar displaying details for the Vallejo Springtowne Library. The graphic highlights the purpose of the map: to help users find relief from wildfire smoke and air pollution. Key interactive features include permanent and temporary clean air center locations, address and contact information, operating hours, and on-site resources. Clean Air Center and CARB logos appear at the bottom alongside the website URL: arb.ca.gov/cleanaircenters.
Fotografía en blanco y negro del Dr. Arie Haagen-Smit sentado en un escritorio con varias plantas frente a él.
Black and white photograph of Dr. Arie Haagen-Smit sitting at a desk with several plants in front of him.
Infographic titled “Wear N95 Masks Correctly” showing illustrated side and front views of a person properly wearing an N95 respirator mask. Text at the top reads: “Use N95 respirator masks marked NIOSH for the best protection against smoke.” The side-view illustration shows the mask fitting over the nose and under the chin, with instructions to place one strap above the ears and one strap below the ears without crossing them. A highlighted text box states: “Respirator should collapse as you breathe in and not let air in from the sides.” The front-view illustration shows the mask labeled “NIOSH” and “N95,” with instructions to pinch the nose bar to shape it to the nose. The CARB logo appears in the bottom right corner.
Infografía titulada “Use correctamente las mascarillas N95”, que muestra vistas ilustradas de perfil y de frente de una persona usando adecuadamente una mascarilla respiratoria N95. El texto en la parte superior dice: “Use mascarillas respiratorias N95 con la marca NIOSH para obtener la mejor protección contra el humo”. La ilustración de perfil muestra la mascarilla ajustada sobre la nariz y debajo de la barbilla, con instrucciones para colocar una banda por encima de las orejas y otra por debajo, sin cruzarlas. Un recuadro de texto destacado indica: “El respirador debe colapsar al inhalar y no permitir la entrada de aire por los lados.” La ilustración frontal muestra la mascarilla con las etiquetas “NIOSH” y “N95”, junto con instrucciones para presionar la pinza nasal y ajustarla a la forma de la nariz. El logotipo de CARB aparece en la esquina inferior derecha.
Gráfico titulado “California listo para el humo” de CARB que presenta seis consejos de seguridad sobre el humo de los incendios forestales, organizados en una cuadrícula con íconos. Los consejos incluyen: • “Revise el AQI local” con un ícono de medidor — “Consulte el índice local de calidad del aire y sigue las indicaciones de las autoridades locales”. • “Evite respirar humo” con un ícono de llama — “El humo puede dañar los ojos, irritar los pulmones y empeorar enfermedades cardíacas y pulmonares crónicas”. • “Filtros de aire MERV 13+” con un ícono de filtro — “Instale un filtro de alta eficiencia con clasificación MERV 13 o superior.” • “Purificadores de aire certificados por CARB” con un ícono de purificador — “El uso de purificadores de aire certificados por CARB puede reducir significativamente los niveles de partículas en interiores y disminuir los impactos del humo.” • “Usa mascarillas N95” con un ícono de una persona usando mascarilla — “Use mascarillas N95 con la marca NIOSH para obtener la mejor protección posible”. • “Espacio de aire limpio” con un ícono de casa — “La mejor manera de evitar el humo de incendios forestales es permanecer en interiores”. El logotipo de CARB aparece en la esquina inferior derecha.
Graphic titled “Smoke Ready California” from CARB featuring six wildfire smoke safety tips with icons arranged in a grid. Tips include: • “Check Local AQI” with a gauge icon — “Check the local air quality index and listen to local officials.” • “Avoid Breathing Smoke” with a flame icon — “Smoke can hurt eyes, irritate lungs and worsen chronic heart and lung disease.” • “MERV 13+ Air Filters” with an air filter icon — “Install a high-efficiency filter with a MERV 13 rating or higher.” • “CARB-Certified Air Cleaners” with an air cleaner icon — “Using CARB-certified air cleaners can greatly reduce indoor particle levels to further reduce impacts from smoke.” • “Use N95 Masks” with a masked person icon — “Use N95 masks marked NIOSH for the best possible protection.” • “Clean Air Space” with a house icon — “The best way to avoid wildfire smoke is to stay indoors.” The CARB logo appears in the bottom right corner.
Graphic with the CARB logo at top and a photo of a diverse group of adults gathered around a conference table collaborating over papers and laptops. Text reads: “Join CARB’s Environmental Justice Advisory Committee. CARB is seeking 11 individuals to represent California communities heavily impacted by air pollution. Deadline: May 5, 2026, by 5 p.m.” A QR code appears on the right side for more information.
Infographic titled “Protect Yourself from Smoke” featuring six illustrated smoke safety tips arranged in a grid. Icons and text include: a graph icon with “Check air quality”; a window icon with “Close windows & doors”; a house icon with a recirculation arrow and “Run AC on recirculate with a new filter”; an air cleaner icon with “Use a CARB-certified air cleaner”; a stove icon with “Avoid vacuuming, frying food or using gas-powered appliances”; and an N95 mask icon with “Wear an N95 mask.” The CARB logo appears in the bottom right corner.
Graphic with the CARB logo at top and a photo of a diverse group of adults gathered around a conference table collaborating over papers and laptops. Text reads: “Join CARB’s Environmental Justice Advisory Committee. CARB is seeking 11 individuals to represent California communities heavily impacted by air pollution. Deadline: May 5, 2026, by 5 p.m.” A QR code appears on the right side for more information.
Graphic with the CARB logo at top and a photo of a diverse group of adults gathered around a conference table collaborating over papers and laptops. Text reads: “Join CARB’s Environmental Justice Advisory Committee. CARB is seeking 11 individuals to represent California communities heavily impacted by air pollution. Deadline: May 5, 2026, by 5 p.m.” A QR code appears on the right side for more information.
Graphic from the California Air Resources Board titled "May Events." Lists six events: 5/5: 2026 Clean Transportation Equity Incentives Symposium 5/5: Research Screening Committee (RSC) Meeting 5/15: One-Stop Truck Event-Bakersfield 5/19: Evening Community Meeting: Clean Transportation Incentives 5/20: Valley Vision Community Listening Session 5/28: CARB Board Meeting Website listed at the bottom: arb.ca.gov/events.
Graphic with the CARB logo at top and a photo of a diverse group of adults gathered around a conference table collaborating over papers and laptops. Text reads: “Join CARB’s Environmental Justice Advisory Committee. CARB is seeking 11 individuals to represent California communities heavily impacted by air pollution. Deadline: May 5, 2026, by 5 p.m.” A QR code appears on the right side for more information.