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Dec. 2025 Leg Update
Your most recent update on the California Legislator and our Government Affairs team’s activity.
2025 EOY Appeal
We bring together local voices, businesses, and public agencies to drive policy change, unlock state and federal investment, strengthen small businesses, expand economic opportunity, and accelerate climate resilience. When the Sierra needs a champion at the Capitol, a strategic partner on big regional initiatives, or hands-on support for local communities, we’re the ones who show up. With donor support, we turn momentum into measurable impact that protects the Sierra and the people who call it home.
Advancing Wildfire Resilience Workforce & Career Development
The Sierra Business Council and the Watershed Research and Training Center have released Advancing Wildfire Resilience Workforce & Career Development, a nonprofit-led roadmap recommending how California can grow and sustain the skilled workforce needed to protect communities and restore healthy landscapes in the face of wildfire.
2025 In Review
Every donation counts. Every gift fuels the work that makes a real difference in the Sierra Nevada. Gifts of any size help us advance wildfire resilience, climate action, housing solutions, and local economic growth. Make your gift today and be a champion for the Sierra.
Stack Expiring Federal Incentives, Holiday Season Deals, and Rebates to Maximize Savings on Energy Upgrades
Rural Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) customers, thanks to the new Northern Rural Energy Network (NREN) program, can now access increased residential energy rebates to improve energy efficiency in their homes and lower their energy costs. Many rebate measures, including those on ENERGY STAR refrigerators, and federal tax credits will expire at the end of 2025, leaving customers with less than 2 months left to stack these incentives.
Welcoming SBC’s Newest CivicSpark Fellow, Dana Angeles!
As an AmeriCorps member and CivicSpark Fellow with SBC, Dana primarily supports the Northern Rural Energy Network, the Sierra Climate Adaptation and Mitigation Partnership (Sierra CAMP) programs, and other Climate & Energy initiatives. Through this fellowship, she aims to strengthen community engagement efforts, deepen her understanding of climate adaptation strategies, and advance SBC’s mission to serve and support Sierra Nevada communities.
Funding Available For Building Projects Through California Energy Design Assistance (CEDA)
Public agencies and school districts in PG&E territory can now access increased incentives through the California Energy Design Assistance (CEDA) program. CEDA provides no-cost energy modeling, financial incentives, and design team bonuses to support electrification and decarbonization in new construction or major renovations. By engaging early, agencies can reduce project costs, improve energy performance, and advance California’s clean energy goals.
Gov. Shut down
How your local health care and public lands will be impacted by the federal government shut down As of Tuesday night, the federal government has
Take Advantage of Energy Efficiency Tax Credits While They’re Still Available!
Learn more about upcoming changes to clean energy and energy-efficient tax credits for commercial entities and public agencies.
September Legislative Update
September legislative updates from SBC’s Government Affairs team, including a recap of the first year of the two-year legislative session.
Utilize Energy Code Ace to Ensure Compliance with California’s Energy Requirements!
Learn how Energy Code Ace can help your building comply with California’s Title 24 building energy code.
August Legislative Update
August legislative updates from Sierra Business Council’s Government Affairs team, including what’s ahead as the Legislature returns for its final month of the legislative session.
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