Monterey Bay Air Resources District

Learn about the latest equipment, funding opportunities, rebates, and incentives, as well as real-world success stories from industry experts. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and gain practical insights on adopting clean, zero-emission vehicles and equipment to enhance efficiency, reduce…

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…

10/16/2025 - CAL FIRE NEWS RELEASE: Prescribed Burn Planned for Monterey County

CAL FIRE San Benito-Monterey Unit, in partnership with California State Parks, will be conducting a prescribed burn at Andrew Molera State Park in Big Sur between October 20th and October 24th, 2025, weather permitting. Link to the news release for more information.

10/10/2025 Update on Odor Complaints/Actualización sobre Quejas por Olores

MBARD has not received any odor complaints from the public in areas of East Garrison, Marina, South Salinas, and along River Road in Salinas since 10/8/2025. MBARD inspectors confirmed on 10/8/2025 and again on 10/10/20205 they could not identify objectionable odors leaving the City of Salinas ponds. MBARD…

9/11/2025 - PRESS RELEASE/COMUNICADO DE PRENSA: Wood Stove Change Out Program Now Open/Programa de cambio de estufas de leña abierto

7/7/2025 - PRESS RELEASE/COMUNICADO DE PRENSA: Monterey Bay Electric Vehicle Incentive Program/Programa de incentivos para vehículos eléctricos de la Bahía de Monterey (EVIP)

6/1/2025 - HEARING BOARD VACANCIES

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

9/17/24 - PRESS RELEASE/COMUNICADO DE PRESNA: Diesel Engine and Equipment Replacement Program Launch and Workshop on Wednesday, October 2, 2024/Lanzamiento y taller del Programa de Reemplazo de Motores y Equipos Diésel, el Miércoles 2 de Octubre de 2024

The Monterey Bay Air Resources District (MBARD) is pleased to announce that it will be accepting applications for grant funds through the Diesel Engine and Equipment Replacement Program (DEERP) beginning on Wednesday October 2, 2024. A grant application workshop presentation will begin at 10:00 a.m. on…

11/3/2023 - PRESS RELEASE: Landscape Equipment Exchange Program (LEEP) Starts November 6, 2023/El Programa de Intercambio de Equipos de Paisajismo Empieza el 6 de Noviembre de 2023

The Monterey Bay Air Resources District (MBARD) is pleased to offer the Landscape Equipment Exchange Program (LEEP). Starting on November 6, 2023, residents and commercial operations in Monterey, Santa Cruz and San Benito Counties can receive a financial incentive while improving the air quality in their…

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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Free webinar on clean technology for zero-emission equipment, Nov 18, 2025, 9:30-11:00 AM.

11/18/2025 - Breathe California Zero-Emission Ag & Construction Equipment Webinar

"Thank You Veterans" message on a U.S. flag background; offices closed on Nov 11, 2025 by Monterey Bay Air Resources District.

11/11/2025: MBARD Offices Closed in Observance of Veteran's Day

The Monterey Bay Air Resources District offices will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, in observance of Veteran’s Day.

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

10/16/2025 - CAL FIRE NEWS RELEASE: Prescribed Burn Planned for Monterey County

MBARD update: No odor complaints in East Garrison, Marina, Salinas since 10/8/2025. Submit complaints online or call.

10/10/2025 Update on Odor Complaints/Actualización sobre Quejas por Olores

Update on odor complaints in East Garrison, Marina, and more. Source identified; investigation ongoing. Contact info and QR code included.

10/8/2025 Update on Odor Complaints/Actualización sobre Quejas por Olores

MBARD continues to receive odor complaints from the public in areas of East Garrison, Marina, South Salinas, and along River Road in Salinas.

9/24/2025 - MBARD is currently investigating odor complaints in areas of East Garrison, Marina, Seaside and along River Road in Salinas / MBARD está investigando actualmente quejas de olores en áreas de East Garrison, Marina, Seaside y a lo largo de River Road en Salinas.

MBARD has recently received several odor complaints from the public in areas of East Garrison, Marina, Seaside and along River Road in Salinas. We are investigating the many potential sources of…

Wood stove with flames. Text promotes a replacement incentive program in English and Spanish by Monterey Bay Air Resources District.

9/11/2025 - PRESS RELEASE/COMUNICADO DE PRENSA: Wood Stove Change Out Program Now Open/Programa de cambio de estufas de leña abierto

Electric cars parked at charging stations, with a KSBW news banner: "Get Paid to Go Electric."

7/18/2025 - KSBW News: Monterey Bay program offers cash incentives for electric vehicle buyers

Electric vehicle incentive program for Monterey, San Benito, and Santa Cruz residents by Monterey Bay Air Resources District.

7/7/2025 - PRESS RELEASE/COMUNICADO DE PRENSA: Monterey Bay Electric Vehicle Incentive Program/Programa de incentivos para vehículos eléctricos de la Bahía de Monterey (EVIP)

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

6/1/2025 - HEARING BOARD VACANCIES

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

MBARD Air Quality Inspectors explain common air quality inspections in a video.mmon Air Quality Compliance Inspections" text.

4/18/2025 - Clearing the Air News Reel - Common Air Quality Inspections

Monterey Bay Air Resources District (MBARD) Air Quality Compliance Inspectors Kara Hall, Michelle Kaiser and Bronwyn Nielson explain a common air quality compliance inspection.

Driving Clean Assistance Program offers grants and financing for clean-air vehicles. Up to $12,000 scrappage, $2,000 charging aid.

1/22/2025 - Driving Clean Assistance Program Incentives

Save money by switching to a new clean-air vehicle with the Driving Clean Assistance Program. DCAP is offering two incentives to help you access clean-air vehicles. Learn more, check your…

Flyer for a Diesel Engine Replacement Grant Program by Monterey Bay Air Resources District, with application details and QR codes.

9/17/24 - PRESS RELEASE/COMUNICADO DE PRESNA: Diesel Engine and Equipment Replacement Program Launch and Workshop on Wednesday, October 2, 2024/Lanzamiento y taller del Programa de Reemplazo de Motores y Equipos Diésel, el Miércoles 2 de Octubre de 2024

The Monterey Bay Air Resources District (MBARD) is pleased to announce that it will be accepting applications for grant funds through the Diesel Engine and Equipment Replacement Program (DEERP…

Lawn mower with text about Monterey Bay Air Resources District's Landscape Equipment Exchange Program (LEEP) Rebates for zero-emission gear.

11/3/2023 - PRESS RELEASE: Landscape Equipment Exchange Program (LEEP) Starts November 6, 2023/El Programa de Intercambio de Equipos de Paisajismo Empieza el 6 de Noviembre de 2023

The Monterey Bay Air Resources District (MBARD) is pleased to offer the Landscape Equipment Exchange Program (LEEP). Starting on November 6, 2023, residents and commercial operations in Monterey…

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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