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HomeMy WebLinkAbout09.23.20 FW_ SYASL COVID-19 Update From:Ring, Brian To:Alpert, Bruce;Bennett, Robin;Clerk of the Board;Connelly, Bill;Cook, Holly;Lambert, Steve;Lucero, Debra; McCracken, Shari;Paulsen, Shaina;Pickett, Andy;Ring, Brian;Ritter, Tami;Rodas, Amalia;Sweeney, Kathleen; Teeter, Doug Cc:McCracken, Shari;Pickett, Andy;Snyder, Ashley Subject:FW: SYASL COVID-19 Update Date:Wednesday, September 23, 2020 4:16:09 PM Attachments:SYASL COVID-19 Update 9.23.20.pdf Good afternoon Board – FYI. Brian Ring Assistant Chief Administrative Officer Administration 25 County Center Drive, Oroville, CA 95965 From: SYASL County Info <SYASLCountyInfo@SYASLpartners.com> Sent: Wednesday, September 23, 2020 3:40 PM To: SYASL County Info <SYASLCountyInfo@SYASLpartners.com> Subject: SYASL COVID-19 Update ATTENTION: This message originated from outside Butte County. Please exercise judgment before opening .. attachments, clicking on links, or replying. To: County Administrative Officers and Interested Parties From: Paul J. Yoder and Karen Lange Date: September 23, 2020 RE: SYASL COVID-19 Update Please find attached our daily SYASL COVID-19 update. -Paul and Karen COVID-19 Updates www.covid19.ca.gov September 23, 2020 Newsom Administration - Resources / Mutual Aid / Executive Orders Today, Governor Newsom held a press conference where he announced a new executive order that will require sales of all new passenger vehicles to be zero-emission by 2035 and directed the Air Resources Board to develop regulations to mandate that all operations of medium-and heavy-duty vehicles shall be 100 percent zero emission by 2045 where feasible. You may view SYASL staff notes here and a copy of the executive order here. Following the Governors press conference Governor Newsom joined several other governors from across the country for a virtual roundtable to discuss the progress of state led climate action over the past four years and their commitment going forward. You may view SYASL staff notes here. Phere for the latest guidance documents. Legislative / Budget News -19 here page for updates. The LAO has been releasing a series of reports regarding Federal actions affecting California related to developments around COVID-19. View here. Leading the Charge - A Virtual Discussion with Alliance Governors Panel 9.23.20 Julia Pyper, Host Political Climate/ Contributing Editor at Greentech Media The US Climate Alliance formed in 2017 on announcement 25 Governors strong, represents 4-% of emissions, and 67% of US economy Over next few hours hear from 11 Governors and natural events that have inflicted Governors commit to advance goals to reduce carbon pollution New annual report that documents this progress Governor Inslee of Washington State This is alliance that people have belief you stop the states from building around clean energy We understand important now more than ever with the Supreme court More vital now for States to become leaders What we are doing is spread message to grow economy is to grow climate change action agenda Want to share with the country that states who have embraced clean energy actions have grown economy faster than those that have not We know the states attitude will prevail and looking forward to listening to other governors Governor Hogan of Maryland Want to congratulate climate alliance by sharing annual report of impactful actions In Maryland we have pushed meaningful policies and promotes job growth We enacted landmark legislation as national and international leaders to combat GHG emissions As we face environmental challenges, we need more leaders on both sides of the aisle to mee these efforts Governor Whitmer of Michigan Pleased to be here, with fellow governors Relied on more than ever to navigate, over past 6 months faced COVID-19 and taken 200K lives Not the only enemy to face, over past month seen devastating wildfires that have espoused the impact from climate change Today I announce MI Healthy Climate Plan, full carbon neutral state by 2050 Joining 8 other states to carbon neutrality The science is clear, and the messaging is clear, need to face now Actions like this are paramount to reduce harmful impacts from climate change Announced today Michigan will work to achieve 28% reduction of 1990 level of GHG emissions We owe to our kids and grandchildren and leave a cleaner and safer and healthier world Real change requires leadership During first year in office planning next steps, we created department for environment great lakes, last year joined climate alliance, signed executive order on electric mobility Pyper Turn to Governor Raimondo, state is managing like all others through pandemic, how are you balancing pandemic with actions to the climate? Governor Raimondo of Rhode Island I would say the approach we are taking to fight COVID and meeting the crisis is similar to meeting the demands of climate change Science first and the data and the facts, those who deny are denying science We have to as leaders regardless of political party and respond accordingly Look at the consequences today, where are we going same with COVID Same people hurt are also most suffering today from climate change 100% of electricity productions by 2030, in order to do we are serious about energy efficiency We are first state in America that has offshore wind farm, going to increase size of this 10 times in the next few years We are serious around enabling workforce to work in the green workforce, partnering with companies in green energy and renewables to train people to get those jobs We are steaming toward clean renewable future and creating jobs in the process Moving ahead with procurement of offshore wind and reducing carbon footprint Pyper Move us along, picking up on something is point about this disproportionally affected by climate change? Charge to Governor Polis, Colorado, how do climate policy address air pollution issue? Governor Polis of Colorado Colorado has record forest fires this year, we had largest fire in the history of our state and third largest still raging Other is chronic air quality issue, largely transportation sector, long term connection to health and short-term connections also We have similar goal to Rhode Island 100% renewable energy is where we are heading We plan to get there by 2040 Along with electrification of vehicles, we adopted zero emissions standards and transitions, charging infrastructure to lead the way We also have oil and gas sector and reducing emissions in the extraction process Pyper Governor Inslee, heard about economic opportunity created by transition to green energy, how do you frame that in real world terms? Inslee Went to town destroyed by wildfires, that are really climate fires Drove down valley and came around corner on ridge was whole line of wind turbines spinning out clean energy creating high paying jobs Right around the corner of this whole devastation All across my state in green energy not just in Seattle Pyper Governor Whitmer how will your goal affect environmental justice? Whitmer One of the first thing we did was reorganize department and also create office of environmental justice advocate Consequence of Flint Michigan, we are in process of replacing pipes, settled lawsuits with my predecessor We know climate change impacts people and impacts communities of color and those on lower end of economic scale science, we all pay the worst price Pyper Turn to Governor Inslee, new appliance efficiency challenge to coordinate on efficiency? Inslee We are excited on work we are doing on efficiency We have standards on appliance, issuing challenge to set higher goals on appliances We could save 4 million tons of carbon just by this modest step, $3.2 billion Involves 20 products and better way to have good cup of coffee while doing this Pyper How are you going at the efficiency challenge in Rhode Island? Raimondo Signed EO on energy efficiency on behalf of the state We have exceeded those goals, these are practical changes, charging stations at state building Hundred other small and meaningful interventions like that By changing out state fleet and allowed me to lead the state and ask employers to follow More expensive in short term but is the right things to do and in long term We have made grants available to municipalities Pyper Energy efficiency one of hardest hit sectors, I know industry is trying to grow back Whitmer Conventional wisdom is it will be more costly In Michigan announced electrification around vehicles, we are manufacturing sector of the world We recognize climate change is a public health crisis, to talk about in that way, conventional wisdom to have human cost never benefits anyone Pyper Finance community trying to figure our cost of inaction, seen numbers coming out Want to turn to you on meeting states energy to transition fossil fuel communities to green energy, how are you thinking about that Polis When we replace on the grid with wind and solar, talking 2 cents a kilowatt hour Sooner we can make transition the sooner there is savings There are areas that have relied on coal and those are scheduled retirements overtime and gives time to work with communities and workers Answer is different from someone been there 22 years vs. someone been there only a few years Working hand in hand with communities Pyper Governor Inslee, would you say people understand connection between climate and economic opportunity Curious how you have seen this? Inslee Many people want more action on this problem When seeing the entire west coast burning down, hard to argue constituents These are jobs in Iowa, met young man maintaining wind turbines, another man installs solar panels Seeing jobs all over the country and we may have president who understands that in future, but Pyper Question from New York resident, if give each of us in public one action item to do to assist green energy transition? Whitmer Most important thing is vote We are less than 6 weeks out, in my state voting can start tomorrow and same set of values, we could really make much bigger difference Everyone in our country needs to vote and ensure you do it early Raimondo I would like to Echo what Governor Whitmer said, we need to get a new president, we must We have offshore wind farm in RI, the administration was pushing for more offshore drilling wait for federal action, all of us have done in instances come together with other governors to do a procurement of wind energy and setting goals for regions especially around transportation Comes down to action Polis For individuals it is clear, just vote, we are partner in federal government or adversary to them depending on who is This is real, with climate dependent economy, entire state is in a drought This is the new normal, and will get worse without national coordinated action When I think of things that we have accomplished in Colorado I like to think about what we could if we had a federal partner Inslee Some federal statutes to figure out how to work around About 80% of items that could happen, 80% are available to us without federal blockage We are concerned about what new supreme court may look like, could create challenges related to challenges to state government They will hopefully allow us to move forward and not shackle us to industries so responsible for pollution Pyper The Governor of Virginia will make recorded statement Governor Northam, Virginia Recorded statement As eastern shore native, I grew up fishing and boating and was alarmed that species are disappearing Advanced environmental justice and fight fossil fuels Highlighted clean air and clean energy Our commonwealth is stepping up to address climate change Early this signed Virginia Clean Economy Act, make electric grid to be carbon free by 2025 One of largest windfarm under construction off the coast of Virginia Beach Despite roll backs at federal level, we understand the threat of climate change and using the best available science and lead transition to renewable energy As we mark climate week, reeling from pandemics, furthered inequities, we have lots of work to do but I am filled with out and look forward to progress together Pyper Rounds out first segment of our event We will watch to see how these policies Break for the next round of Governors to set up Hello welcome back to the second half to panel discussion Working toward charge part of climate week event Before turning to next session, turn to Governor Mills Governor Janet Mills of Maine Maine can feel far removed often times, things are changing in our state as well The biggest city Portland had the hottest days on record We adopted one of the most ambitious portfolio standards Committed to be carbon neutral by 2045 Solar industry is blossoming, heat pumps being installed across the state Under leadership, first floating offshore wind project, 100 million development and results of Council will unveil detailed account this week to curb greenhouse gas emissions and diversify economy We stand with fellow climate alliance members call on the federal government to combat climate change Pyper Add in closer affects from climate changes We are witnessing record events in the west and how governors are responding Being joined by Governor Newsom, Governor Grisham, Governor Sisolak, Governor Lamont In light of heat waves in California called for fast-tracking low carbon economy. Governor Newsom of California Hottest august in recorded history and hottest temperature possibly in Death Valley Seeing record number of acreage burnt We came out of 5-year historic drought, the realities are here As consequence we are dusting off audacious goals, recognizing people are goal fatigued, focus on how to achieve low carbon green growth goal Today we announced effort to eliminate sale of gas-powered vehicles by 2035 50% plus of GHG are in the transportation sector, we get serious about this unless we shift approach on transportation When CARB codifies this, will accelerate that trend Want to say proud that some of the largest automobile manufacturers are supporting our efforts Pyper Will technology be ready, and can it be reached? Newsom We have almost half the vehicle emission sales, we are moving around the world Already committing to For American manufacturers need to sell this technology and want to reduce cost of ownership We think this is an economic opportunity 34 manufacturers in the state and is second largest export and think this is fundamental Governor Grisham of New Mexico This leadership at Governor Newsom on emissions, and western governors regionalizing in bipartisan fashion and proof we can move goals in these ways Newsom Two governors just heard are the first ones that sent mutual aid to the state of California I hope people look at what is happening in these states Pyper Governor Grisham, how are you keeping climate on the agenda? Grisham Start by not answering the question, the first executive order about climate change Set goals for renewable energy and methane reductions and grid modernization The pandemic for aggressive methane thought could give up a year We are using private sector lab and massive supercomputer to pinpoint where methane is Looking to have some of the most methane reduction rules in the country One more thing, communities of color suffer from environmental injustice and are more at risk and we see this as parallel work Pyper Governor Sisolak Can you put finer point on collaboration, how is Nevada doing this? Governor Sisolak of Nevada We are facing issues in the state, getting some of the worst air quality we have ever gotten In Las Vega went through hottest august, 61 days in a row over temperatures of 100 degrees LV and Reno fastest warming cities in the United States Several parts of Nevada tend to live in hottest parts of the towns Working together we can build cleaner and more resilient grid, if 4000 megawatt hours in construction Zero net emission goal by 2050, exploring how to get there Pyper Governor Lamont, what lessons learned from Connecticut? Governor Lamont of Connecticut Thank my fellow Governors When comes to grid, we are all one unit in the north east, we did with other states to get the best prices that we would not be able to do We have hydro coming down from Canada, we have nuclear, we are replacing things with wind and solar Love what governor Newsom said on automobiles and moving to zero carbon cars Newsom We thank you for the helicopters and pulling water out of swimming pools Pyper Topic of electricity, put strain on grid system, heat is difficult how to hit green energy targets and reliability? Newsom We need to live up to that, if we , we will lose converts in wind dropping in cost and solar dropping in cost Foundational is the race to battery storage, provide to grid we need to do more in storage space Sisolak We are home to Panasonic We all need to work on this, having battery storage available We have all electric highway; we think the future is bright but need to work together not just production, but getting kids out of college to help us with this? Pyper How are you thinking of creating manufacturing hubs? What would this look like? Lamont We are small state, our grid is antique, we have outage it can go far and wide We need absolute modernization of grid to get halfway Also mean manufacturing and homes can be own generating sites, come up with regulatory structure to make that work We need to be economical and where to generate power all state could get control of our own supply chain Pyper Governor Grisham, as part of transition, state made plan to transition coal plan, can you talk about what has happened since that legislation? Grisham I would love to tell you the plant its closed, about a year out strategy we have undertaken is equity investment in workers, money goes to every worker pockets, so we let go of financial security issues Additional 20 million goes to county and city for investments in new and different economy We think this strategy with lofty goals to address climate change can create unity in rural communities Pyper Want to go back to Governor Newsom, another announcement regarding fracking? Newsom One of the things on jobs, clear as oil producing states, we have 5X more jobs in the green sector than the fossil fuel jobs Relating to managing decline, since 1985, declined production but only seen modest decrease in demand We are making up for domestic production elsewhere We have to focus on that, need to double down on demand reduction fracking and workforce development backed up on study on how to do this Pyper to make sure these initiatives work for everyone? Lamont Loss of jobs and energy efficiency and green color jobs for kids in inner cities is good paying jobs and put people to work We can talk about health in our future and specifically your family Trash to energy plants tend to be in most disadvantaged communities and we are looking at how to do that in more equitable ways Sisolak We are looking at making su we can We have solar community gardens now and giving everyone chance to participate in this now Grisham This is value added job security, including the tech world We are moving away from; we want infrastructure jobs and research and high-tech jobs People are all participating, and all that development is included in green energy economy and pushing out to rural areas to impact future and current workers Newsom Make argument on equity, we need to detoxify air and water, all these investments will advance that cause here wh tailpipe emission goals The accelerations economic and foundational to protect the most vulnerable communities Pyper I know Governor Schwarzenegger pushed that as well, took leadership early on in this regard Newsom This has never been political out here, he signed first cap and trade program I am involved in 55 environmental lawsuits, the damage they have done and the vandalism of the EPA, it was republicans and democrats that lead Forgive me for being so political Sisolak The fact this is being made into partisan issue; these are issues that affect everyone in the US Pyper Governor Newsom recently spoke to Tom Steyer, talked about removing red tape, some people have hard time realizing? Newsom That was big part of executive order Philips and Marathon refineries and transition refineries Shell is pushing Boris Johnson in the Uk that they are not going fast enough We need to bring industry into the warm embrace of reality Pyper What of clean energy and climate are priority for you? Lamont Keep building the coalition lead by activism Every time I walk out of office usually asked about global warming Broadly when in close congested area, we will work together as a region, nothing more important as that on the environment, working on that with transportation, following California Not a Connecticut electric grid, there is northeast electric grid to get updated Sisolak I think the young generation will lead us with what is going on My generation dropped the ball, this is something future generations deserve better, so many opportunities and what Governor Newsom has done regarding vehicles is impressive We need national lead on this, but governors need to in absence of federal leadership Pyper What can you do to make sure able to whether through these events? Tackling resilience? Grisham If we create grid modernization and resiliency and right purchasing there, that why most of us Shows you what could happen and leapfrog effort if we have national strategy to support all the efforts If it We are going to move ahead and make sure infrastructure components are ready, wind is happening in New Mexico Pyper Put same question to you Newsom on resilience or opposing the federal government regardless of the outcome? Newsom Nothing scares me more on what a 6-3 ideological majority will mean I think we need to broaden the coalition, represents over half the population of the country The ability to share best practices globally presents itself on resiliency and adaptation and infrastructure and the like We are not going to roll over, our decisions will determine the fates of kids and grandkids Ill close on this, wonderful that we have been able to get to know each other better Because of absence on the climate and health leadership, we have become closer Pyper Ask you what happens if the court is dominated by right leaning justices, could stymie electric vehicles, and your announcement today? Newsom Concede the air resource board, many are being litigated I am fearful, wonderful to see all the people on this screen and push back on this Sisolak ask them where they stand on this issue, not having enough discussion on where people stand Encourage everyone to vote Grisham Our work through the alliance and the private sector movement is critical Without this we meet the goals of our states, we know until we know with the courts what decisions might be We need to have stakeholders to continue to combat climate change is as critical as ever Newsom Thank you for saying that, bears point of consideration, rolling back Obama era vehicle emissions standard, Trump wants to do away with is Grisham As lifelong New Mexican producers with oil and gas association embrace climate change and they embrace having to move and their responsibility Lamont Keep the presence on us and the private sector Talk to people, make the environment real Pyper Final task in five words or less, describe opportunities for climate alliance states going forward? Grisham Additional partnering and expertise, productively leveraging infrastructure and making sure people see opportunity to save planet Sisolak Young people Newsom New bigger faster, quicker now Thank you to the alliance and is remarkable partnership Pyper This closes out our panel, thanks GGN Climate Initiative Announcement September 23, 2020 Newsom Thank you everyone, let me express point of view and sign this executive order Self-evident we have been struggling through simultaneous crises We have been challenged All the crises we face as state and nation, and from global perspective, none more impactful than climate crises We are advancing a strategy today We have agency to shape the debate and shape future and not just victims Lots of us are anxious, I heard pundit describe California as nature hike through the book of revelations We are struggling with 3.7 million forested land that is burnt, unprecedented weather with August hottest recorded months and hottest recorded in globe in Death Valley 130 degrees We need to deliver more, more than proposals and promises, we need to deliver decarbonizing and detoxifying We have obligation to implement those goals, to accelerate and advance our cause How do you achieve reduction in GGG reductions, reduce sections of the economy? Particularly in the area of transportation, represents over 50% of emissions, 40 % related to vehicles, 10% related to We get there unless we accelerate efforts in this sector We have seen increase in total emissions, while we have seen decrease in other sectors Today, we mark new course, setting new markers Advancing cause to lead the nation and lead the world in terms of establishing framework to accelerate innovation and adaptation and grow economic pie in the state Setting forth goal, by 2035 we will eliminate sales of internal combustion engines, we will move forward to decarbonize vehicle fleet in state of California In so doing improve air quality and improve economic climate in California Currently today, 34 manufacturers in the state, this state represents just shy 50% electric vehicle purchases in the nation Our second largest export in state are electric vehicles This is economic opportunity and transform economy across sectors, will bring more companies here and create more jobs Set forth facts, currently today green collar jobs and green jobs represent 5-fold increase over total number of jobs over fossil fuel jobs in the state The opportunity is limitless to compete global; this is the next big global industry and detoxify transportation industry Through EO codification of this effort, CARB you will hear from and desire to move forward with this EO Thank manufacturer, led by Bill Ford and Ford, they have been a leader in this space and not willing to suffer the fate, leading to more customer choice and on the vanguard of leadership We know the trends are in the direction of zero emission vehicles, no less than 15 countries have already established benchmark vehicles for zero emissions vehicles We believe what we are doing will enhance the economic competitiveness of American automobile manufacturers There the wrong side of history the values 1976 that California lead the nation on tailpipe emission standards, Republicans have led in this space historically Unfortunately, this has become a partisan issue, we want to address the facts and the science th We want to take responsibility for leading, we are impacted by this reality, as 5 largest economy in the world and global leader in innovation we have the tools to punch above our weight and to enliven people We saw with Clean Car, Climate Alliance on efforts to decarbonize economy, have privilege of leaders like Mary Nichols If you want to reduce asthma and mitigate rise of sea level and mitigate loss of ice sheets If you care about kids and grandkids and care about rural and inner-city communities then you care about the executive order, we advance here We believe we are America Proud to sign this executive order to move forward and not deny people ability to keep cars after 15 years, can still have market for used cars., we are not taking things away, we are advancing new cars and technology to get to zero emissions by 2035 Applaud CARB for large heavy-duty trucks, by 2025 will have similar requirements Just yesterday, Walmart said we are going to best to produce only zero emission fleets That is the mindset that wants to get it done Tesla advancing new innovation in batteries and extending life of batteries, seeing price parity in electric vehicles maintenance and lower operating costs Let us no longer be victims of geopolitical dictators and the Let us lead in more resilient future I am enthusiastic about this, this is the trend line to become headline, we will be driving this change Good policy means accelerating technology Thank team Jared, Wade Crowfoot, representatives at PUC, co-chair Tom Steyer Thank my entire executive team We also recognize not just about demand, we also have to look at supply, none of us are naive, we need to focus on just transition to make sure those impacted are included in new economic opportunity st In new process on two studies, first is November 1, we have rule making with CALJEM related to health and safety standards these productions facilities have Commitment to phase out fracking in the State of California Will advance in the new legislative session, all studies will be done in next couple weeks, make real by July about to move into retirement but express how proud I am for her to stand by ourside to once again lead in terms of advancing cause to unite all of us Mary Nichols, CARB I am proud to be here today on behalf of all those that worked to put this EO together nonprofits, cities businesses are facing the burdens of climate change Been a hard time for everyone in our state Could not be prouder that the governor decided that we needed to do more to tackle this problem and use the powers to make a bigger difference We were ready, at ARB with the smart people who get up every day, deal with persistence of smog and get ahead of climate problem We have great record of seeing what technology could do, and effect mobility I can never forget what revelation it was to come here and live in a climate and what brought me here and brought other here, have obligation to keep on working and make the air as clean as it can be and be ahead of the curve with technology This EO will transform the California Transportation picture completely, and will reduce emissions and broaden cleaner more efficient vehicles We get to be at head of line, because we have the vision and the opportunity and willingness to step up and take action Want to thank the Governor for giving us direction to help us implement the executive order Newsom To sum this up, I recognize there is goal fatigue We were hesitant to establish more goals we are now committed to achieving those goals Bold step forward to target the number one sector the transportation sector and encourage other states to follow and the nation We want more innovation, inclusion and cleaner air and water and increase manufacturing base and exports, that what we believe we are advancing here today Happy to take questions SF Chronicle Asked about conversations, worried about making one car for California and one for the rest of the country, what do you say to that? Newsom We have six car companies that have voluntarily agreed to maintain the Obama era vehicle emissions standards, that says everything you need to know Companies get it and putting billions into efforts on this regard This advances that cause, creates certainty, 15-year process and create opportunity for manufactures to become best in class Wall Street Journal Why are pursuing this through EO, will this lead to legal challenges? Newsom This demands leadership and movements, ARB has well established resources In effort advanced in clean truck rule, followed by 15 other states, believe adaptation and adoption is inevitable XXXX Questions about fracking and oil permits, do you not have power to address this through EO? Newsom power; we need to do with the legislature Put fracking into perspective, 2% account Made bold and big step, advancing cause to take scientific approach and we believe in science related to health and climate Rulemaking through CALJEM to put framework on mitigation zones and buffer zones NPR Given electric cars small share of market, what incentives putting in place for Newsom Market has grown with more models and the cost beginning to decline few years away from parity This will accelerate new technology and create opportunities and continue policies Incentivize through credits and vouchers th century to advance economic goals XXXX On vehicle rebates, the current budget had cuts made to rebates, what is strategy for new rebate strategy? Newsom We have struggled with budget shortfall of $54 billion We had to review commitments, we are committed now to achieving these goals to incentivize resilience and adaptation, you will see more in my January budget Cap and trade auctions will advance those results and will provide more resource to LA Times How can CA carry out, if trump administrations waiver holds up in court? Nichols We are challenging interpretation of law in court, we believe clean air act gives us that ability Will continue to lay out support and have more states that have joined with us the opportunity Newsom Telling that 6 automobile manufacturers on our side Whose bidding is the President doing. Why is Honda and VW and Ford joining our efforts and committed to staying the course, hope to get answer on the incredible vandalism done to the EPA XXXX Environmental groups have called for phasing out by 2030, why stick with 2035 timeline Newsom This is the most significant effort, comes with CARB backing as well, we are proud of this effort Desert Sun How does your EO address large oil spills in California? Newsom We have been aggressive in enforcement, advanced in CALJEM New leadership and efforts and put together the science-based study and the fruits of that effort will be at the end of the calendar year Other two studies have to deal with fossil fuel, being conducted by UC and will be released in November XXXX How will this effect plug in hybrids, would still be allowed in the state? Nichols We are transitioning away from hybrids to whole zero emission We are seeing as hybrids get more advanced, they get closer to zero emissions We see 15-year period whereby the end people can find full zero emission vehicle to meet their needs XXXX On affordability of models, some electric cars cost $30K or more, what will be the rebate structure to ensure equity for low income buyers Nichols Tesla is doing things to bring cost of batteries done, which is the most expensive part for these cars There is an arms race happening to get to cheaper and more effective batteries, one where manufacturer are competing in Seeing announcements, one occurred this morning on Volkswagen that we cited a few years ago, they have announced to become fully electric company and unveiled first compact SUV that is fully electric Many people afford a new car, and placing electric vehicles and enjoy benefits We have programs to encourage electric bicycles and community share vehicles, organization to provide carpooling and last our transportation agencies, buses we need to work with them to create ways to help utilize our transit system Newsom In EO we talk about streets, bicycle and transit and call out work on low carbon fuel standards and transition of largest refineries. Philips and Mission transitioning We specifically call out strategies to move away from red tape to red carpet mentality to encourage transition With cost, in last decade cost of wind dropped in half and cost in solar has dropped 89% Gap is going away and in next few years will see price parity and our mandate is 15 years hence Desert Sun On steam fracking, order addressing hydraulic fracking, why does EO not address steam Newsom We put strategy on steam racking, these being advanced on the regulatory side Have Wade Crowfoot tell you about it Crowfoot Governor is right, clear there is zero tolerance for inland oil spills Implementing strengthe The Governor mentioned we have place moratorium on high pressured steam practice, we believe this led to expression in Kern county Clear direction to us for zero tolerance policy Newsom thank everyone for privilege of your time and thank you all for opportunity to explain actions by CARB Emphasize we are just getting started, working on additional executive orders, look at biodiversity, looking at other areas to strengthen resolve to advance low carbon and green energy goal Last word, quote from Plato Referenced Ronald Reagan, and work done with Nixon, Republican Governor putting into function Cap and Trade program, Governor Davis and of course Governor Jerry Brown who set the bar MOU jurisdictions, signed equivalent of Paris accord to fill the void of national leadership As governor of state larger than 163 nations that signed the Paris accord, thank you to Governor EXECUTIVE ORDER N-79-20 WHEREAS the climate change crisis is happening now, impacting California in unprecedented ways, and affecting the health and safety of too many Californians; and WHEREAS we must accelerate our actions to mitigate and adapt to climate change, and more quickly move toward our low-carbon, sustainable and resilient future; and WHEREAS the COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted the entire transportation sector, bringing a sharp decline in demand for fuels and adversely impacting public transportation; and WHEREAS as our economy recovers, we must accelerate the transition to a carbon neutral future that supports the retention and creation of high-road, high-quality jobs; and WHEREAS -term economic resilience requires bold action to eliminate emissions from transportation, which is the largest source of emissions in the State; and WHEREAS the State must prioritize clean transportation solutions that are accessible to all Californians, particularly those who are low-income or experience a disproportionate share of pollution; and WHEREAS zero emissions technologies, especially trucks and equipment, reduce both greenhouse gas emissions and toxic air pollutants that disproportionately burden our disadvantaged communities of color; and WHEREAS California is a world leader in manufacturing and deploying zero-emission vehicles and chargers and fueling stations for cars, trucks, buses and freight-related equipment; and WHEREAS passenger rail, transit, bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure, and micro-mobility options are critical components to the State achieving carbon neutrality and connecting communities, requiring coordination of investments and work with all levels of governments including rail and transit agencies to support these mobility options; and WHEREAS contributed to an on-going reduction in in-state oil extraction, which has declined by over 60 percent since 1985, but demand for oil has not correspondingly declined over the same period of time; and WHEREAS California is already working to decarbonize the transportation fuel sector through the Low Carbon Fuel Standard, which recognizes the full life cycle of carbon in transportation emissions including transport into the State; and WHEREAS clean renewable fuels play a role as California transitions to a decarbonized transportation sector; and WHEREAS to protect the health and safety of our communities and workers the State must focus on the impacts of oil extraction as it transitions away from fossil fuel, by working to end the issuance of new hydraulic fracturing permits by 2024; and WHEREAS a sustainable and inclusive economic future for California will require retaining and creating high-road, high-quality jobs through sustained engagement with communities, workers and industries in changing and growing industries. NOW THEREFORE, I, GAVIN NEWSOM, Governor of the State of California by virtue of the power and authority vested in me by the Constitution and the statutes of the State of California, do hereby issue the following Order to pursue actions necessary to combat the climate crisis. IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT: 1. It shall be a goal of the State that 100 percent of in-state sales of new passenger cars and trucks will be zero-emission by 2035. It shall be a further goal of the State that 100 percent of medium- and heavy-duty vehicles in the State be zero-emission by 2045 for all operations where feasible and by 2035 for drayage trucks. It shall be further a goal of the State to transition to 100 percent zero-emission off-road vehicles and equipment by 2035 where feasible. 2. The State Air Resources Board, to the extent consistent with State and federal law, shall develop and propose: a) Passenger vehicle and truck regulations requiring increasing volumes of new zero-emission vehicles sold in the State towards the target of 100 percent of in-state sales by 2035. b) Medium- and heavy-duty vehicle regulations requiring increasing volumes of new zero-emission trucks and buses sold and operated in the State towards the target of 100 percent of the fleet transitioning to zero-emission vehicles by 2045 everywhere feasible and for all drayage trucks to be zero- emission by 2035. c) Strategies, in coordination with other State agencies, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and local air districts, to achieve 100 percent zero-emission from off-road vehicles and equipment operations in the State by 2035. In implementing this Paragraph, the State Air Resources Board shall act consistently with technological feasibility and cost-effectiveness. 3. in consultation with the State Air Resources Board, Energy Commission, Public Utilities Commission, State Transportation Agency, the Department of Finance and other State agencies, local agencies and the private sector, shall develop a Zero-Emissions Vehicle Market Development Strategy by January 31, 2021, and update every three years thereafter, that: a) Ensures coordinated and expeditious implementation of the system of policies, programs and regulations necessary to achieve the goals and orders established by this Order. b) Outlines State agencies actions to support new and used zero- emission vehicle markets for broad accessibility for all Californians. 4. The State Air Resources Board, the Energy Commission, Public Utilities Commission and other relevant State agencies, shall use existing authorities to accelerate deployment of affordable fueling and charging options for zero-emission vehicles, in ways that serve all communities and in particular low-income and disadvantaged communities, consistent with State and federal law. 5. The Energy Commission, in consultation with the State Air Resources Board and the Public Utilities Commission, shall update the biennial statewide assessment of zero-emission vehicle infrastructure required by Assembly Bill 2127 (Chapter 365, Statues of 2018) to support the levels of electric vehicle adoption required by this Order. 6. The State Transportation Agency, the Department of Transportation and the California Transportation Commission, in consultation with the Department of Finance and other State agencies, shall by July 15, 2021 identify near term actions, and investment strategies, to improve clean transportation, sustainable freight and transit options, while continuing -it- including where feasible: a) Building towards an integrated, statewide rail and transit network, consistent with the California State Rail Plan, to provide seamless, affordable multimodal travel options for all. b) Supporting bicycle, pedestrian, and micro-mobility options, particularly in low-income and disadvantaged communities in the State, by incorporating safe and accessible infrastructure into projects where appropriate. c) Supporting light, medium, and heavy duty zero-emission vehicles and infrastructure as part of larger transportation projects, where appropriate. 7. The Labor and Workforce Development Agency and the Office of Planning and Research, in consultation with the Department of Finance and other State agencies, shall develop by July 15, 2021 and expeditiously implement a Just Transition Roadmap, consistent with the recommendations and Climate Action Plan for 2030 pursuant to Assembly Bill 398 (Chapter 135, Statutes of 2017). 8. To support the transition away from fossil fuels consistent with the goals established in this O neutrality by no later than 2045, the California Environmental Protection Agency and the California Natural Resources Agency, in consultation with other State, local and federal agencies, shall expedite regulatory processes to repurpose and transition upstream and downstream oil production facilities, while supporting community participation, labor standards, and protection of public health, safety and the environment. The agencies shall report on progress and provide an action plan, including necessary changes in regulations, laws or resources, by July 15, 2021. 9. The State Air Resources Board, in consultation with other State agencies, shall develop and propose strategies to continue current efforts to reduce the carbon intensity of fuels beyond 2030 with consideration of the full life cycle of carbon. 10. The California Environmental Protection Agency and the California Natural Resources Agency, in consultation with the Office of Planning Business and Economic Development and other local and federal agencies, shall develop strategies, recommendations and actions by July 15, 2021 to manage and expedite the responsible closure and remediation of former oil extraction sites as the State transitions to a carbon-neutral economy. 11. The Department of ConservationGeologic Energy Management Division and other relevant State agencies shall strictly enforce bonding requirements and other regulations to ensure oil extraction operators are responsible for the proper closure and remediation of their sites. 12. Geologic Energy Management Division shall: a) Propose a significantly strengthened, stringent, science-based health and safety draft rule that protects communities and workers from the impacts of oil extraction activities by December 31, 2020. b) Post on its website for public review and consultation a draft rule at least 60 days before submitting to the Office of Administrative Law. IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that as soon as hereafter possible, the Order be filed in the Office of the Secretary of State and that widespread publicity and notice be given of this Order. This Order is not intended to, and does not, create any rights or benefits, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity, against the State of California, its agencies, departments, entities, officers, employees, or any other person. IN WITNESS WHEREOF I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Great Seal of the State of California to be affixed this 23rd day of September 2020. ______________________________________ GAVIN NEWSOM Governor of California ATTEST: ______________________________________ ALEX PADILLA Secretary of State Leading the Charge - A Virtual Discussion with Alliance Governors Panel 9.23.20 Julia Pyper, Host Political Climate/ Contributing Editor at Greentech Media The US Climate Alliance formed in 2017 on announcement 25 Governors strong, represents 4-% of emissions, and 67% of US economy Over next few hours hear from 11 Governors and natural events that have inflicted Governors commit to advance goals to reduce carbon pollution New annual report that documents this progress Governor Inslee of Washington State This is alliance that people have belief you stop the states from building around clean energy We understand important now more than ever with the Supreme court More vital now for States to become leaders What we are doing is spread message to grow economy is to grow climate change action agenda Want to share with the country that states who have embraced clean energy actions have grown economy faster than those that have not We know the states attitude will prevail and looking forward to listening to other governors Governor Hogan of Maryland Want to congratulate climate alliance by sharing annual report of impactful actions In Maryland we have pushed meaningful policies and promotes job growth We enacted landmark legislation as national and international leaders to combat GHG emissions As we face environmental challenges, we need more leaders on both sides of the aisle to mee these efforts Governor Whitmer of Michigan Pleased to be here, with fellow governors Relied on more than ever to navigate, over past 6 months faced COVID-19 and taken 200K lives Not the only enemy to face, over past month seen devastating wildfires that have espoused the impact from climate change Today I announce MI Healthy Climate Plan, full carbon neutral state by 2050 Joining 8 other states to carbon neutrality The science is clear, and the messaging is clear, need to face now Actions like this are paramount to reduce harmful impacts from climate change Announced today Michigan will work to achieve 28% reduction of 1990 level of GHG emissions We owe to our kids and grandchildren and leave a cleaner and safer and healthier world Real change requires leadership During first year in office planning next steps, we created department for environment great lakes, last year joined climate alliance, signed executive order on electric mobility Pyper Turn to Governor Raimondo, state is managing like all others through pandemic, how are you balancing pandemic with actions to the climate? Governor Raimondo of Rhode Island I would say the approach we are taking to fight COVID and meeting the crisis is similar to meeting the demands of climate change Science first and the data and the facts, those who deny are denying science We have to as leaders regardless of political party and respond accordingly Look at the consequences today, where are we going same with COVID Same people hurt are also most suffering today from climate change 100% of electricity productions by 2030, in order to do we are serious about energy efficiency We are first state in America that has offshore wind farm, going to increase size of this 10 times in the next few years We are serious around enabling workforce to work in the green workforce, partnering with companies in green energy and renewables to train people to get those jobs We are steaming toward clean renewable future and creating jobs in the process Moving ahead with procurement of offshore wind and reducing carbon footprint Pyper Move us along, picking up on something is point about this disproportionally affected by climate change? Charge to Governor Polis, Colorado, how do climate policy address air pollution issue? Governor Polis of Colorado Colorado has record forest fires this year, we had largest fire in the history of our state and third largest still raging Other is chronic air quality issue, largely transportation sector, long term connection to health and short-term connections also We have similar goal to Rhode Island 100% renewable energy is where we are heading We plan to get there by 2040 Along with electrification of vehicles, we adopted zero emissions standards and transitions, charging infrastructure to lead the way We also have oil and gas sector and reducing emissions in the extraction process Pyper Governor Inslee, heard about economic opportunity created by transition to green energy, how do you frame that in real world terms? Inslee Went to town destroyed by wildfires, that are really climate fires Drove down valley and came around corner on ridge was whole line of wind turbines spinning out clean energy creating high paying jobs Right around the corner of this whole devastation All across my state in green energy not just in Seattle Pyper Governor Whitmer how will your goal affect environmental justice? Whitmer One of the first thing we did was reorganize department and also create office of environmental justice advocate Consequence of Flint Michigan, we are in process of replacing pipes, settled lawsuits with my predecessor We know climate change impacts people and impacts communities of color and those on lower end of economic scale science, we all pay the worst price Pyper Turn to Governor Inslee, new appliance efficiency challenge to coordinate on efficiency? Inslee We are excited on work we are doing on efficiency We have standards on appliance, issuing challenge to set higher goals on appliances We could save 4 million tons of carbon just by this modest step, $3.2 billion Involves 20 products and better way to have good cup of coffee while doing this Pyper How are you going at the efficiency challenge in Rhode Island? Raimondo Signed EO on energy efficiency on behalf of the state We have exceeded those goals, these are practical changes, charging stations at state building Hundred other small and meaningful interventions like that By changing out state fleet and allowed me to lead the state and ask employers to follow More expensive in short term but is the right things to do and in long term We have made grants available to municipalities Pyper Energy efficiency one of hardest hit sectors, I know industry is trying to grow back Whitmer Conventional wisdom is it will be more costly In Michigan announced electrification around vehicles, we are manufacturing sector of the world We recognize climate change is a public health crisis, to talk about in that way, conventional wisdom to have human cost never benefits anyone Pyper Finance community trying to figure our cost of inaction, seen numbers coming out Want to turn to you on meeting states energy to transition fossil fuel communities to green energy, how are you thinking about that Polis When we replace on the grid with wind and solar, talking 2 cents a kilowatt hour Sooner we can make transition the sooner there is savings There are areas that have relied on coal and those are scheduled retirements overtime and gives time to work with communities and workers Answer is different from someone been there 22 years vs. someone been there only a few years Working hand in hand with communities Pyper Governor Inslee, would you say people understand connection between climate and economic opportunity Curious how you have seen this? Inslee Many people want more action on this problem When seeing the entire west coast burning down, hard to argue constituents These are jobs in Iowa, met young man maintaining wind turbines, another man installs solar panels Seeing jobs all over the country and we may have president who understands that in future, but Pyper Question from New York resident, if give each of us in public one action item to do to assist green energy transition? Whitmer Most important thing is vote We are less than 6 weeks out, in my state voting can start tomorrow and same set of values, we could really make much bigger difference Everyone in our country needs to vote and ensure you do it early Raimondo I would like to Echo what Governor Whitmer said, we need to get a new president, we must We have offshore wind farm in RI, the administration was pushing for more offshore drilling wait for federal action, all of us have done in instances come together with other governors to do a procurement of wind energy and setting goals for regions especially around transportation Comes down to action Polis For individuals it is clear, just vote, we are partner in federal government or adversary to them depending on who is This is real, with climate dependent economy, entire state is in a drought This is the new normal, and will get worse without national coordinated action When I think of things that we have accomplished in Colorado I like to think about what we could if we had a federal partner Inslee Some federal statutes to figure out how to work around About 80% of items that could happen, 80% are available to us without federal blockage We are concerned about what new supreme court may look like, could create challenges related to challenges to state government They will hopefully allow us to move forward and not shackle us to industries so responsible for pollution Pyper The Governor of Virginia will make recorded statement Governor Northam, Virginia Recorded statement As eastern shore native, I grew up fishing and boating and was alarmed that species are disappearing Advanced environmental justice and fight fossil fuels Highlighted clean air and clean energy Our commonwealth is stepping up to address climate change Early this signed Virginia Clean Economy Act, make electric grid to be carbon free by 2025 One of largest windfarm under construction off the coast of Virginia Beach Despite roll backs at federal level, we understand the threat of climate change and using the best available science and lead transition to renewable energy As we mark climate week, reeling from pandemics, furthered inequities, we have lots of work to do but I am filled with out and look forward to progress together Pyper Rounds out first segment of our event We will watch to see how these policies Break for the next round of Governors to set up Hello welcome back to the second half to panel discussion Working toward charge part of climate week event Before turning to next session, turn to Governor Mills Governor Janet Mills of Maine Maine can feel far removed often times, things are changing in our state as well The biggest city Portland had the hottest days on record We adopted one of the most ambitious portfolio standards Committed to be carbon neutral by 2045 Solar industry is blossoming, heat pumps being installed across the state Under leadership, first floating offshore wind project, 100 million development and results of Council will unveil detailed account this week to curb greenhouse gas emissions and diversify economy We stand with fellow climate alliance members call on the federal government to combat climate change Pyper Add in closer affects from climate changes We are witnessing record events in the west and how governors are responding Being joined by Governor Newsom, Governor Grisham, Governor Sisolak, Governor Lamont In light of heat waves in California called for fast-tracking low carbon economy. Governor Newsom of California Hottest august in recorded history and hottest temperature possibly in Death Valley Seeing record number of acreage burnt We came out of 5-year historic drought, the realities are here As consequence we are dusting off audacious goals, recognizing people are goal fatigued, focus on how to achieve low carbon green growth goal Today we announced effort to eliminate sale of gas-powered vehicles by 2035 50% plus of GHG are in the transportation sector, we get serious about this unless we shift approach on transportation When CARB codifies this, will accelerate that trend Want to say proud that some of the largest automobile manufacturers are supporting our efforts Pyper Will technology be ready, and can it be reached? Newsom We have almost half the vehicle emission sales, we are moving around the world Already committing to For American manufacturers need to sell this technology and want to reduce cost of ownership We think this is an economic opportunity 34 manufacturers in the state and is second largest export and think this is fundamental Governor Grisham of New Mexico This leadership at Governor Newsom on emissions, and western governors regionalizing in bipartisan fashion and proof we can move goals in these ways Newsom Two governors just heard are the first ones that sent mutual aid to the state of California I hope people look at what is happening in these states Pyper Governor Grisham, how are you keeping climate on the agenda? Grisham Start by not answering the question, the first executive order about climate change Set goals for renewable energy and methane reductions and grid modernization The pandemic for aggressive methane thought could give up a year We are using private sector lab and massive supercomputer to pinpoint where methane is Looking to have some of the most methane reduction rules in the country One more thing, communities of color suffer from environmental injustice and are more at risk and we see this as parallel work Pyper Governor Sisolak Can you put finer point on collaboration, how is Nevada doing this? Governor Sisolak of Nevada We are facing issues in the state, getting some of the worst air quality we have ever gotten In Las Vega went through hottest august, 61 days in a row over temperatures of 100 degrees LV and Reno fastest warming cities in the United States Several parts of Nevada tend to live in hottest parts of the towns Working together we can build cleaner and more resilient grid, if 4000 megawatt hours in construction Zero net emission goal by 2050, exploring how to get there Pyper Governor Lamont, what lessons learned from Connecticut? Governor Lamont of Connecticut Thank my fellow Governors When comes to grid, we are all one unit in the north east, we did with other states to get the best prices that we would not be able to do We have hydro coming down from Canada, we have nuclear, we are replacing things with wind and solar Love what governor Newsom said on automobiles and moving to zero carbon cars Newsom We thank you for the helicopters and pulling water out of swimming pools Pyper Topic of electricity, put strain on grid system, heat is difficult how to hit green energy targets and reliability? Newsom We need to live up to that, if we , we will lose converts in wind dropping in cost and solar dropping in cost Foundational is the race to battery storage, provide to grid we need to do more in storage space Sisolak We are home to Panasonic We all need to work on this, having battery storage available We have all electric highway; we think the future is bright but need to work together not just production, but getting kids out of college to help us with this? Pyper How are you thinking of creating manufacturing hubs? What would this look like? Lamont We are small state, our grid is antique, we have outage it can go far and wide We need absolute modernization of grid to get halfway Also mean manufacturing and homes can be own generating sites, come up with regulatory structure to make that work We need to be economical and where to generate power all state could get control of our own supply chain Pyper Governor Grisham, as part of transition, state made plan to transition coal plan, can you talk about what has happened since that legislation? Grisham I would love to tell you the plant its closed, about a year out strategy we have undertaken is equity investment in workers, money goes to every worker pockets, so we let go of financial security issues Additional 20 million goes to county and city for investments in new and different economy We think this strategy with lofty goals to address climate change can create unity in rural communities Pyper Want to go back to Governor Newsom, another announcement regarding fracking? Newsom One of the things on jobs, clear as oil producing states, we have 5X more jobs in the green sector than the fossil fuel jobs Relating to managing decline, since 1985, declined production but only seen modest decrease in demand We are making up for domestic production elsewhere We have to focus on that, need to double down on demand reduction fracking and workforce development backed up on study on how to do this Pyper to make sure these initiatives work for everyone? Lamont Loss of jobs and energy efficiency and green color jobs for kids in inner cities is good paying jobs and put people to work We can talk about health in our future and specifically your family Trash to energy plants tend to be in most disadvantaged communities and we are looking at how to do that in more equitable ways Sisolak We are looking at making su we can We have solar community gardens now and giving everyone chance to participate in this now Grisham This is value added job security, including the tech world We are moving away from; we want infrastructure jobs and research and high-tech jobs People are all participating, and all that development is included in green energy economy and pushing out to rural areas to impact future and current workers Newsom Make argument on equity, we need to detoxify air and water, all these investments will advance that cause here wh tailpipe emission goals The accelerations economic and foundational to protect the most vulnerable communities Pyper I know Governor Schwarzenegger pushed that as well, took leadership early on in this regard Newsom This has never been political out here, he signed first cap and trade program I am involved in 55 environmental lawsuits, the damage they have done and the vandalism of the EPA, it was republicans and democrats that lead Forgive me for being so political Sisolak The fact this is being made into partisan issue; these are issues that affect everyone in the US Pyper Governor Newsom recently spoke to Tom Steyer, talked about removing red tape, some people have hard time realizing? Newsom That was big part of executive order Philips and Marathon refineries and transition refineries Shell is pushing Boris Johnson in the Uk that they are not going fast enough We need to bring industry into the warm embrace of reality Pyper What of clean energy and climate are priority for you? Lamont Keep building the coalition lead by activism Every time I walk out of office usually asked about global warming Broadly when in close congested area, we will work together as a region, nothing more important as that on the environment, working on that with transportation, following California Not a Connecticut electric grid, there is northeast electric grid to get updated Sisolak I think the young generation will lead us with what is going on My generation dropped the ball, this is something future generations deserve better, so many opportunities and what Governor Newsom has done regarding vehicles is impressive We need national lead on this, but governors need to in absence of federal leadership Pyper What can you do to make sure able to whether through these events? Tackling resilience? Grisham If we create grid modernization and resiliency and right purchasing there, that why most of us Shows you what could happen and leapfrog effort if we have national strategy to support all the efforts If it We are going to move ahead and make sure infrastructure components are ready, wind is happening in New Mexico Pyper Put same question to you Newsom on resilience or opposing the federal government regardless of the outcome? Newsom Nothing scares me more on what a 6-3 ideological majority will mean I think we need to broaden the coalition, represents over half the population of the country The ability to share best practices globally presents itself on resiliency and adaptation and infrastructure and the like We are not going to roll over, our decisions will determine the fates of kids and grandkids Ill close on this, wonderful that we have been able to get to know each other better Because of absence on the climate and health leadership, we have become closer Pyper Ask you what happens if the court is dominated by right leaning justices, could stymie electric vehicles, and your announcement today? Newsom Concede the air resource board, many are being litigated I am fearful, wonderful to see all the people on this screen and push back on this Sisolak ask them where they stand on this issue, not having enough discussion on where people stand Encourage everyone to vote Grisham Our work through the alliance and the private sector movement is critical Without this we meet the goals of our states, we know until we know with the courts what decisions might be We need to have stakeholders to continue to combat climate change is as critical as ever Newsom Thank you for saying that, bears point of consideration, rolling back Obama era vehicle emissions standard, Trump wants to do away with is Grisham As lifelong New Mexican producers with oil and gas association embrace climate change and they embrace having to move and their responsibility Lamont Keep the presence on us and the private sector Talk to people, make the environment real Pyper Final task in five words or less, describe opportunities for climate alliance states going forward? Grisham Additional partnering and expertise, productively leveraging infrastructure and making sure people see opportunity to save planet Sisolak Young people Newsom New bigger faster, quicker now Thank you to the alliance and is remarkable partnership Pyper This closes out our panel, thanks GGN Climate Initiative Announcement September 23, 2020 Newsom Thank you everyone, let me express point of view and sign this executive order Self-evident we have been struggling through simultaneous crises We have been challenged All the crises we face as state and nation, and from global perspective, none more impactful than climate crises We are advancing a strategy today We have agency to shape the debate and shape future and not just victims Lots of us are anxious, I heard pundit describe California as nature hike through the book of revelations We are struggling with 3.7 million forested land that is burnt, unprecedented weather with August hottest recorded months and hottest recorded in globe in Death Valley 130 degrees We need to deliver more, more than proposals and promises, we need to deliver decarbonizing and detoxifying We have obligation to implement those goals, to accelerate and advance our cause How do you achieve reduction in GGG reductions, reduce sections of the economy? Particularly in the area of transportation, represents over 50% of emissions, 40 % related to vehicles, 10% related to We get there unless we accelerate efforts in this sector We have seen increase in total emissions, while we have seen decrease in other sectors Today, we mark new course, setting new markers Advancing cause to lead the nation and lead the world in terms of establishing framework to accelerate innovation and adaptation and grow economic pie in the state Setting forth goal, by 2035 we will eliminate sales of internal combustion engines, we will move forward to decarbonize vehicle fleet in state of California In so doing improve air quality and improve economic climate in California Currently today, 34 manufacturers in the state, this state represents just shy 50% electric vehicle purchases in the nation Our second largest export in state are electric vehicles This is economic opportunity and transform economy across sectors, will bring more companies here and create more jobs Set forth facts, currently today green collar jobs and green jobs represent 5-fold increase over total number of jobs over fossil fuel jobs in the state The opportunity is limitless to compete global; this is the next big global industry and detoxify transportation industry Through EO codification of this effort, CARB you will hear from and desire to move forward with this EO Thank manufacturer, led by Bill Ford and Ford, they have been a leader in this space and not willing to suffer the fate, leading to more customer choice and on the vanguard of leadership We know the trends are in the direction of zero emission vehicles, no less than 15 countries have already established benchmark vehicles for zero emissions vehicles We believe what we are doing will enhance the economic competitiveness of American automobile manufacturers There the wrong side of history the values 1976 that California lead the nation on tailpipe emission standards, Republicans have led in this space historically Unfortunately, this has become a partisan issue, we want to address the facts and the science th We want to take responsibility for leading, we are impacted by this reality, as 5 largest economy in the world and global leader in innovation we have the tools to punch above our weight and to enliven people We saw with Clean Car, Climate Alliance on efforts to decarbonize economy, have privilege of leaders like Mary Nichols If you want to reduce asthma and mitigate rise of sea level and mitigate loss of ice sheets If you care about kids and grandkids and care about rural and inner-city communities then you care about the executive order, we advance here We believe we are America Proud to sign this executive order to move forward and not deny people ability to keep cars after 15 years, can still have market for used cars., we are not taking things away, we are advancing new cars and technology to get to zero emissions by 2035 Applaud CARB for large heavy-duty trucks, by 2025 will have similar requirements Just yesterday, Walmart said we are going to best to produce only zero emission fleets That is the mindset that wants to get it done Tesla advancing new innovation in batteries and extending life of batteries, seeing price parity in electric vehicles maintenance and lower operating costs Let us no longer be victims of geopolitical dictators and the Let us lead in more resilient future I am enthusiastic about this, this is the trend line to become headline, we will be driving this change Good policy means accelerating technology Thank team Jared, Wade Crowfoot, representatives at PUC, co-chair Tom Steyer Thank my entire executive team We also recognize not just about demand, we also have to look at supply, none of us are naive, we need to focus on just transition to make sure those impacted are included in new economic opportunity st In new process on two studies, first is November 1, we have rule making with CALJEM related to health and safety standards these productions facilities have Commitment to phase out fracking in the State of California Will advance in the new legislative session, all studies will be done in next couple weeks, make real by July about to move into retirement but express how proud I am for her to stand by ourside to once again lead in terms of advancing cause to unite all of us Mary Nichols, CARB I am proud to be here today on behalf of all those that worked to put this EO together nonprofits, cities businesses are facing the burdens of climate change Been a hard time for everyone in our state Could not be prouder that the governor decided that we needed to do more to tackle this problem and use the powers to make a bigger difference We were ready, at ARB with the smart people who get up every day, deal with persistence of smog and get ahead of climate problem We have great record of seeing what technology could do, and effect mobility I can never forget what revelation it was to come here and live in a climate and what brought me here and brought other here, have obligation to keep on working and make the air as clean as it can be and be ahead of the curve with technology This EO will transform the California Transportation picture completely, and will reduce emissions and broaden cleaner more efficient vehicles We get to be at head of line, because we have the vision and the opportunity and willingness to step up and take action Want to thank the Governor for giving us direction to help us implement the executive order Newsom To sum this up, I recognize there is goal fatigue We were hesitant to establish more goals we are now committed to achieving those goals Bold step forward to target the number one sector the transportation sector and encourage other states to follow and the nation We want more innovation, inclusion and cleaner air and water and increase manufacturing base and exports, that what we believe we are advancing here today Happy to take questions SF Chronicle Asked about conversations, worried about making one car for California and one for the rest of the country, what do you say to that? Newsom We have six car companies that have voluntarily agreed to maintain the Obama era vehicle emissions standards, that says everything you need to know Companies get it and putting billions into efforts on this regard This advances that cause, creates certainty, 15-year process and create opportunity for manufactures to become best in class Wall Street Journal Why are pursuing this through EO, will this lead to legal challenges? Newsom This demands leadership and movements, ARB has well established resources In effort advanced in clean truck rule, followed by 15 other states, believe adaptation and adoption is inevitable XXXX Questions about fracking and oil permits, do you not have power to address this through EO? Newsom power; we need to do with the legislature Put fracking into perspective, 2% account Made bold and big step, advancing cause to take scientific approach and we believe in science related to health and climate Rulemaking through CALJEM to put framework on mitigation zones and buffer zones NPR Given electric cars small share of market, what incentives putting in place for Newsom Market has grown with more models and the cost beginning to decline few years away from parity This will accelerate new technology and create opportunities and continue policies Incentivize through credits and vouchers th century to advance economic goals XXXX On vehicle rebates, the current budget had cuts made to rebates, what is strategy for new rebate strategy? Newsom We have struggled with budget shortfall of $54 billion We had to review commitments, we are committed now to achieving these goals to incentivize resilience and adaptation, you will see more in my January budget Cap and trade auctions will advance those results and will provide more resource to LA Times How can CA carry out, if trump administrations waiver holds up in court? Nichols We are challenging interpretation of law in court, we believe clean air act gives us that ability Will continue to lay out support and have more states that have joined with us the opportunity Newsom Telling that 6 automobile manufacturers on our side Whose bidding is the President doing. Why is Honda and VW and Ford joining our efforts and committed to staying the course, hope to get answer on the incredible vandalism done to the EPA XXXX Environmental groups have called for phasing out by 2030, why stick with 2035 timeline Newsom This is the most significant effort, comes with CARB backing as well, we are proud of this effort Desert Sun How does your EO address large oil spills in California? Newsom We have been aggressive in enforcement, advanced in CALJEM New leadership and efforts and put together the science-based study and the fruits of that effort will be at the end of the calendar year Other two studies have to deal with fossil fuel, being conducted by UC and will be released in November XXXX How will this effect plug in hybrids, would still be allowed in the state? Nichols We are transitioning away from hybrids to whole zero emission We are seeing as hybrids get more advanced, they get closer to zero emissions We see 15-year period whereby the end people can find full zero emission vehicle to meet their needs XXXX On affordability of models, some electric cars cost $30K or more, what will be the rebate structure to ensure equity for low income buyers Nichols Tesla is doing things to bring cost of batteries done, which is the most expensive part for these cars There is an arms race happening to get to cheaper and more effective batteries, one where manufacturer are competing in Seeing announcements, one occurred this morning on Volkswagen that we cited a few years ago, they have announced to become fully electric company and unveiled first compact SUV that is fully electric Many people afford a new car, and placing electric vehicles and enjoy benefits We have programs to encourage electric bicycles and community share vehicles, organization to provide carpooling and last our transportation agencies, buses we need to work with them to create ways to help utilize our transit system Newsom In EO we talk about streets, bicycle and transit and call out work on low carbon fuel standards and transition of largest refineries. Philips and Mission transitioning We specifically call out strategies to move away from red tape to red carpet mentality to encourage transition With cost, in last decade cost of wind dropped in half and cost in solar has dropped 89% Gap is going away and in next few years will see price parity and our mandate is 15 years hence Desert Sun On steam fracking, order addressing hydraulic fracking, why does EO not address steam Newsom We put strategy on steam racking, these being advanced on the regulatory side Have Wade Crowfoot tell you about it Crowfoot Governor is right, clear there is zero tolerance for inland oil spills Implementing strengthe The Governor mentioned we have place moratorium on high pressured steam practice, we believe this led to expression in Kern county Clear direction to us for zero tolerance policy Newsom thank everyone for privilege of your time and thank you all for opportunity to explain actions by CARB Emphasize we are just getting started, working on additional executive orders, look at biodiversity, looking at other areas to strengthen resolve to advance low carbon and green energy goal Last word, quote from Plato Referenced Ronald Reagan, and work done with Nixon, Republican Governor putting into function Cap and Trade program, Governor Davis and of course Governor Jerry Brown who set the bar MOU jurisdictions, signed equivalent of Paris accord to fill the void of national leadership As governor of state larger than 163 nations that signed the Paris accord, thank you to Governor