Evaluating Climate Progress Under SB 32 and AB 1279 Climate Targets

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) is seeking a contractor to evaluate California's progress in achieving its climate targets under SB 32 and AB 1279. The contractor will analyze both quantitative and qualitative data across the economy, develop clear and actionable metrics, and create a communication strategy to convey the findings. The project will require the contractor to gather additional data, conduct interviews, and develop case studies, graphics, and summary sheets to support public communication and engagement. The contract is expected to last 23 months, with a total budget of $500,000. Some key aspects of the project include: * Developing quantitative metrics and qualitative narrative concepts * Collecting and analyzing data from various sources, including the Green House Gas (GHG) Inventory and energy and fuel use data * Creating a communication strategy to support public engagement and understanding * Developing case studies, graphics, and summary sheets to convey the findings * Providing recommendations for a communication strategy to effectively convey the results to a broad audience