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LACI portfolio company Envoy launches EV Community Pilot Program in Pacoima, CA
Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator (LACI) and Pacoima Beautiful along with Envoy, a LACI portfolio company, have launched a new electric vehicle (EV) community car-share program named Pacoima Electro-Share. The cars will be stationed at the community center inside the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles’ (HACLA) San Fernando Gardens housing development in Pacoima, providing direct and affordable access to EV’s provided by Nissan to local residents powered by a resilient charging solution using off-grid technology from Envision Solar.
Pacoima Electro-Share is now open to all Pacoima residents and is part of LACI’s Zero Emissions Mobility and Community Pilot Project Fund which is launching four zero-emissions mobility pilots around Los Angeles county this year. The fund is part of the ongoing work of LACI and the Transportation Electrification Partnership’s (TEP) efforts to bring investment, jobs, and the benefits of the green economy to underserved communities while reducing air pollution and increasing the use of zero-emission vehicles regionally.
Learn more: https://laincubator.org/pacoima-electroshare-launch/
LACI portfolio company Envoy launches second EV Community Pilot Program in San Pedro, CA
Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator (LACI), the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles (HACLA), and Envoy, a LACI portfolio company, recently launched a new electric vehicle (EV) community car-share program named Rancho San Pedro Electric Car Share. LACI’s Transportation Electrification Partnership member, Nissan North America, is providing funding for one of the electric vehicles for the pilot.
The cars are stationed at the HACLA Rancho San Pedro property, providing direct and affordable access to EV’s to Rancho San Pedro residents beginning last week.
The program is part of LACI’s Zero Emissions Mobility and Community Pilot Project Fund which is launching four zero-emissions mobility pilots around Los Angeles county this year. The first pilot, named Pacoima Electro-Share, launched in Pacoima, CA in July 2020. The fund is part of the ongoing work of LACI and the Transportation Electrification Partnership’s (TEP) efforts to bring investment, jobs, and the benefits of the green economy to underserved communities while reducing air pollution and increasing the use of zero-emission vehicles regionally.
The pilot program’s commitment to community includes affordable hourly rates and alternative payment methods for the unbanked population. The pilot is being made possible by a grant to LACI from the State of California.
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Zero Emissions Mobility Community Pilot - Leimert Park
LACI launched its fourth community pilot in Leimert Park with a consortium of community partners to bring zero emissions mobility to the South LA neighborhood. The pilot is the fourth pilot launched under the Zero Emissions Mobility and Community Pilot Project Fund, which provides clean and affordable transportation solutions as well as benefits of the green economy through workforce development and job creation. The Leimert Park Pilot provides courier and commuter e-bike rentals from Zoomo and neighborhood electric vehicle shuttles from Circuit. In addition, ghost kitchen and delivery service, Chewbox, is the third participating company that will expand their service offering to include Leimert Park’s own South LA Cafe specialties to patrons across LA County.
APC Fellowship Cohort Five Graduation (EV Maintenance)
LACI celebrated our Workforce Development graduates who completed our EV Maintenance Course. We heard incredible presentations from interns placed at our LACI Start-ups at Maxwell Vehicles and Cero Bikes. Special thanks to our sponsors at Electrify America.
LACI's 10th Anniversary Celebration - 10/28/21
In the Fall of 2021, LACI reconvened and reflected on our collective work to create an inclusive green economy. This year's celebration was special because in 2021 LACI celebrated a decade of impact!
As we work through the unique challenges posed by this pandemic, LACI is helping to restart the economy by creating good-paying, equitable green jobs. In support of our entrepreneurs, small business participants, workforce trainees, community leaders, and partners in electrifying transportation, we're driving forth what’s possible toward a future that's equitable for all.
On October 28th we hosted live performances, to honor our 2021 LACItizen Awardee, raised funds for LACI's invaluable programs, and shared stories from those on the front lines of green jobs creation and economic recovery.
Event Timeline & Details:
Introduction & CEO Welcome
0:00 - Video - Further, Faster, Together
2:28 - Vince Vicari
4:31 - Matt Petersen
8:58 - Sarah Reinhoff - Board Member and VP, of Project Management at Capital Group
Word From a Workforce Development Fellow - Maurice Gaither
10:52 - Video - Maurice Gaither
13:48 - Maurice & Matt
Auction
14:48 - Jeff Randell & Vince Vicari
LACitizen Award History & Ceremony Presentation
25:25 - Introduction - Vince Vicari
27:40 - Video - The Eli & Edyth Broad Foundation: Our 2021 LACItizen Awardee
30:18 - Congratulations - from Matt Petersen
Fund-A-Need
30:52 - Jeff Randell & Vince Vicari
Closing Remarks
41:25 - Vince Vicari
LACI - Metrolink Webinar - Leading the Charge on Sustainability
LACI, in partnership with Metrolink, hosted a webinar for Metrolink station managers interested in building out electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) infrastructure at their respective locations. This webinar provided an overview of the technology, planning, and permitting requirements for the process. Moderated by our staff, you will also hear from a representative from the Irvine Metrolink station, who has successfully developed EV charging at their station. While initially intended for Metrolink, the information presented is applicable to other local government properties, commercial properties, etc.
LACI Middle School Girls In STEM Program - Career Exploration Day
Watch as we welcome our new students and launch Cohort 2! During the event, students engaged in storytelling with LACI Female Founders, learned about the Design Challenge they will be tackled, and met the Mentors who will be guiding them in creating their prototypes.
LACI - Power Day 2021 - Event Recording
LACI Power Day is a celebration of California’s clean energy ecosystem that is advancing and accelerating our transition to a clean electric grid. This year, LACI Power Day will bring together startups, policymakers, industry leaders, and advocates to discuss the latest advancements and barriers in the clean energy sector. The forum will feature discussions on Southern California’s building electrification efforts and lessons learned from this year’s summer grid operations to improve reliability. Additionally, the forum will showcase startup companies from both our early-stage Innovators Program and our core Incubation Program, highlighting these entrepreneurs’ contributions to clean technology services and pilots that provide societal, economic, and environmental benefits to the greater Los Angeles region.
Event Details:
0:00 - Welcome, Opening Remarks
12:31 - Panel: Pilot Success Stories
Incubator Pilots Pitch Showcase:
36:22 - Track 1: Energy & the Circular Economy
56:53 - Track 2: Transportation
Power Talk Panels:
1:27:18 - Track 1: Southern California’s Building Electrification Efforts
1:59:57 - Track 2: Lessons Learned from 2021 Summer Grid Conditions
Keynote Address:
2:25:55 - By Secretary Wade Crowfoot, CA Natural Resources
Innovators Lightning Pitch Showcase:
2:50:25 - Energy & the Circular Economy & Transportation
Remarks:
3:11:34 - By Beth Vaughan, CalCCA Executive Director
Closing Remarks
3:24:35 - By Vince Vicari LACI, Communications & Marketing Manager
LACI - Power Day 2021
LACI Power Day is a celebration of California’s clean energy ecosystem that is advancing and accelerating our transition to a clean electric grid. This year, LACI Power Day will bring together startups, policymakers, industry leaders, and advocates to discuss the latest advancements and barriers in the clean energy sector. The forum will feature discussions on Southern California’s building electrification efforts and lessons learned from this year’s summer grid operations to improve reliability. Additionally, the forum will showcase startup companies from both our early-stage Innovators Program and our core Incubation Program, highlighting these entrepreneurs’ contributions to clean technology services and pilots that provide societal, economic, and environmental benefits to the greater Los Angeles region.
Event Details:
0:00 - Welcome, Opening Remarks
12:31 - Panel: Pilot Success Stories
Incubator Pilots Pitch Showcase:
36:22 - Track 1: Energy & the Circular Economy
56:53 - Track 2: Transportation
Power Talk Panels:
1:24:51 - Track 1: Southern California’s Building Electrification Efforts
1:59:57 - Track 2: Lessons Learned from 2021 Summer Grid Conditions
Keynote Address:
2:36:02 - By Secretary Wade Crowfoot , CA Natural Resources
Innovators Lightning Pitch Showcase:
2:46:40 : Energy & the Circular Economy & Transportation
Remarks:
3:08:33 - By Beth Vaughan, CalCCA Executive Director
Closing Remarks:
3:20:53 - By Vince Vicari LACI, Communications & Marketing Manager
LACI - WICT - Mastering Mentorship Workshop
What is mentorship, and why is such a relationship valuable to one's career path and professional goals? How do you ask someone to mentor you, or offer your service as a mentor? How is a mentor/mentee collaboration unique for entrepreneurs, especially women?
LACI's Women in Cleantech invited participants to learn how to gain mentorship opportunities with female founders. During this event, participants learned about different types of mentorships, how to identify and approach potential mentors, and gain access to resources for best practices around building strong and meaningful mentorship relationships.
This event was open to the public and all genders.
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