In a recent government meeting, officials announced the recipients of funding from the 2020 law aimed at promoting clean energy and sustainability initiatives across San Diego. The announcement was made during a press conference at the Olive Garden and Learning Center, highlighting a total of 16 projects that will receive financial support to enhance community engagement and environmental education.

Among the notable recipients, the Chula Vista Elementary School District was awarded $75,000 for its \"Steaming into Clean Energy\" project, which aims to provide students with hands-on experiences in science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics (STEAM) aligned with local job sectors. Great Alternative San Diego received $100,000 to complete 20 clean energy projects in underserved communities, while Groundworks San Diego was granted over $94,000 for an energy education initiative focused on improving energy efficiency and air quality.

Other significant awards include $100,000 to FCS (formerly South Bay Community Services) to create job pathways in the solar industry for low-income and minority individuals, and $25,000 to Go Greenish for a student-led research project measuring outdoor air pollutants in local high schools. The Suncoast Market Cooperative will receive over $84,000 to establish South County's first consumer-owned food cooperative, promoting local, healthy food options.

The La Mesa Park and Recreation Foundation was allocated $100,000 to host community education on electric vehicles and install charging stations, while the Ocean Discovery Institute received $50,000 to engage students in climate change education. Additional funding was awarded to various organizations, including the South Sudanese Community Center and the MAC project, to expand sustainable energy education and increase electric vehicle adoption in low-income areas.

The meeting concluded with a commitment to evaluate the impact of these projects and to foster ongoing collaboration with grant recipients to maximize community benefits. The chair expressed gratitude for the support from the Hammond Climate Solutions Foundation, emphasizing the importance of these initiatives in promoting environmental sustainability and community resilience.