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Wood Stove Change Out Program Incentives/Incentivos del programa de sustitución de estufas de leña

Incentives are available to replace non-EPA certified wood stoves, fireplace inserts, or open-hearth fireplaces with a low smoke emitting, certified wood or pellet stove, fireplace insert, electric stove/insert, or heat pump. This program is only available to low-income qualified applicants and applicants in…

Landscape Equipment Exchange Program (LEEP) / El Programa de Intercambio de Equipos para Jardinería

The Monterey Bay Air Resources District’s Landscape Equipment Exchange Program (LEEP) is offering incentives to replace old, polluting lawn and garden equipment with clean, zero-emission electric models — including lawn mowers, leaf blowers, and more!

1/6/2026 - Clearing the Air News Reel - How to Submit a Complete PermitHow to Submit a Complete Permit

MBARD Engineering Division produced a video explaining how to submit a complete permit application.

1/13/2026 - Diesel Engine and Equipment Replacement Program (DEERP) Grant Application Workshop Recording/Grabación del taller sobre la solicitud de subvenciones del Programa de sustitución de motores y equipos diésel (DEERP).

Learn about funding available for off-road/agricultural equipment replacement, marine engine replacement, and agricultural irrigation pump electrification projects. MBARD staff guides you through guidelines and the application process. Visit the DEEPR webpage for more information.

1/5/2026 - PRESS RELEASE/COMUNICADO DE PRENSA: Diesel Engine and Equipment Replacement Program Launch and Workshop on Tuesday, January 13, 2026/Lanzamiento del Programa de Reemplazo de Motores y Equipos Diésel y taller el martes 13 de enero de 2026

Press Release in English

11/26/2025 - CAL FIRE NEWS RELEASE/BOLETÍN DE PRENSA: Changes to Backyard Burn Rules in Santa Cruz County/CAL FIRE Anuncia el Requisito Obligatorio de Permiso de Quema Residencial para los Residentes en Áreas No Incorporadas del Condado de Santa Cruz

11/26/2025 - PRESS RELEASE/COMUNICADO DE PRENSA: MBARD Announces Spare the Air Program/MBARD Anuncia el Programa Spare the Air (Proteja el Aire)

10/21/2025 - Innovative Small E-Fleet Pilot Program – Supporting Small Fleets with More Funding and Options

The Innovative Small E-Fleet Pilot Program (ISEF) is a set aside under the HVIP program that supports small fleets (including public agency fleets) of 20 or fewer vehicles (with a gross vehicle weight rating greater than 8,500 lbs) with voucher funding options for zero-emission vehicle adoption. ISEF vouchers…

1/1/2026 - HEARING BOARD VACANCIES

Join the Monterey Bay Air Resources District Hearing Board! Current Vacancies: Medical Professional, and Registered Engineer Alternate. Stipend provided.

MBARD Invites Applications for Appointment to a Seat on the Advisory Committee

FOR RESIDENTS OF MONTEREY, SAN BENITO, AND SANTA CRUZ COUNTIES

Do you know about our Zero Emissions School Bus Program?

We partner with Central Coast Community Energy to provide grants to school districts in Monterey, Santa Cruz and San Benito Counties to purchase electric school buses. Funding from the partnership helps transition schools to cleaner transportation thereby improving air quality and the health of our children…

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Wood Stove Change Out Program Incentives/Incentivos del programa de sustitución de estufas de leña

The image promotes a landscaping equipment exchange program, featuring a person using a Toro leaf blower.

Landscape Equipment Exchange Program (LEEP) / El Programa de Intercambio de Equipos para Jardinería

The image promotes a grant program for diesel engine replacement for agricultural equipment, accepting applications from Jan 13 - Mar 2, 2026.

1/13/2026 - Diesel Engine and Equipment Replacement Program (DEERP) Grant Application Workshop Recording/Grabación del taller sobre la solicitud de subvenciones del Programa de sustitución de motores y equipos diésel (DEERP).

Learn about funding available for off-road/agricultural equipment replacement, marine engine replacement, and agricultural irrigation pump electrification projects. MBARD staff guides you through…

A notice for a public hearing on Feb 13, 2026, regarding a variance request for the Monterey Regional Waste Management District.

1/9/2026 - HEARING BOARD NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING on 2/13/2026 for Docket No. 26-001 – Monterey Regional Waste Management District dba ReGen Monterey Regular Variance Application

1/6/2026 - Clearing the Air News Reel - How to Submit a Complete PermitHow to Submit a Complete Permit

MBARD Engineering Division produced a video explaining how to submit a complete permit application.

The image promotes a funding program for diesel engine and equipment replacement, with applications accepted from Jan 13 to Mar 2, 2026.

1/5/2026 - PRESS RELEASE/COMUNICADO DE PRENSA: Diesel Engine and Equipment Replacement Program Launch and Workshop on Tuesday, January 13, 2026/Lanzamiento del Programa de Reemplazo de Motores y Equipos Diésel y taller el martes 13 de enero de 2026

Press Release in English

Monterey Bay Air Resources District seeks medical and engineering professionals for board vacancies. More info at www.mbard.org/hearing-board.

1/1/2026 - HEARING BOARD VACANCIES

Join the Monterey Bay Air Resources District Hearing Board! Current Vacancies: Medical Professional, and Registered Engineer Alternate. Stipend provided.

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11/26/2025 - PRESS RELEASE/COMUNICADO DE PRENSA: MBARD Announces Spare the Air Program/MBARD Anuncia el Programa Spare the Air (Proteja el Aire)

11/26/2025 - CAL FIRE NEWS RELEASE/BOLETÍN DE PRENSA: Changes to Backyard Burn Rules in Santa Cruz County/CAL FIRE Anuncia el Requisito Obligatorio de Permiso de Quema Residencial para los Residentes en Áreas No Incorporadas del Condado de Santa Cruz

10/21/2025 - Innovative Small E-Fleet Pilot Program – Supporting Small Fleets with More Funding and Options

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MBARD Invites Applications for Appointment to a Seat on the Advisory Committee

FOR RESIDENTS OF MONTEREY, SAN BENITO, AND SANTA CRUZ COUNTIES

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Wood Stove Change Out Program Incentives/Incentivos del programa de sustitución de estufas de leña

Landscape Equipment Exchange Program (LEEP) / El Programa de Intercambio de Equipos para Jardinería

1/6/2026 - Clearing the Air News Reel - How to Submit a Complete PermitHow to Submit a Complete Permit

1/13/2026 - Diesel Engine and Equipment Replacement Program (DEERP) Grant Application Workshop Recording/Grabación del taller sobre la solicitud de subvenciones del Programa de sustitución de motores y equipos diésel (DEERP).

1/5/2026 - PRESS RELEASE/COMUNICADO DE PRENSA: Diesel Engine and Equipment Replacement Program Launch and Workshop on Tuesday, January 13, 2026/Lanzamiento del Programa de Reemplazo de Motores y Equipos Diésel y taller el martes 13 de enero de 2026

11/26/2025 - CAL FIRE NEWS RELEASE/BOLETÍN DE PRENSA: Changes to Backyard Burn Rules in Santa Cruz County/CAL FIRE Anuncia el Requisito Obligatorio de Permiso de Quema Residencial para los Residentes en Áreas No Incorporadas del Condado de Santa Cruz

11/26/2025 - PRESS RELEASE/COMUNICADO DE PRENSA: MBARD Announces Spare the Air Program/MBARD Anuncia el Programa Spare the Air (Proteja el Aire)

10/21/2025 - Innovative Small E-Fleet Pilot Program – Supporting Small Fleets with More Funding and Options

1/1/2026 - HEARING BOARD VACANCIES

MBARD Invites Applications for Appointment to a Seat on the Advisory Committee

Do you know about our Zero Emissions School Bus Program?

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Wood Stove Change Out Program Incentives/Incentivos del programa de sustitución de estufas de leña

Landscape Equipment Exchange Program (LEEP) / El Programa de Intercambio de Equipos para Jardinería

1/13/2026 - Diesel Engine and Equipment Replacement Program (DEERP) Grant Application Workshop Recording/Grabación del taller sobre la solicitud de subvenciones del Programa de sustitución de motores y equipos diésel (DEERP).

1/9/2026 - HEARING BOARD NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING on 2/13/2026 for Docket No. 26-001 – Monterey Regional Waste Management District dba ReGen Monterey Regular Variance Application

1/6/2026 - Clearing the Air News Reel - How to Submit a Complete PermitHow to Submit a Complete Permit

1/5/2026 - PRESS RELEASE/COMUNICADO DE PRENSA: Diesel Engine and Equipment Replacement Program Launch and Workshop on Tuesday, January 13, 2026/Lanzamiento del Programa de Reemplazo de Motores y Equipos Diésel y taller el martes 13 de enero de 2026

1/1/2026 - HEARING BOARD VACANCIES

11/26/2025 - PRESS RELEASE/COMUNICADO DE PRENSA: MBARD Announces Spare the Air Program/MBARD Anuncia el Programa Spare the Air (Proteja el Aire)

11/26/2025 - CAL FIRE NEWS RELEASE/BOLETÍN DE PRENSA: Changes to Backyard Burn Rules in Santa Cruz County/CAL FIRE Anuncia el Requisito Obligatorio de Permiso de Quema Residencial para los Residentes en Áreas No Incorporadas del Condado de Santa Cruz

10/21/2025 - Innovative Small E-Fleet Pilot Program – Supporting Small Fleets with More Funding and Options

MBARD Invites Applications for Appointment to a Seat on the Advisory Committee

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