Central Sierra Economic Development District (CSEDD) and Momentum Announce New January Webinars on EV Charging Opportunities for Sierra Businesses Additional Outreach Continues Following $4 Million grant Award

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Central Sierra Economic Development District (CSEDD) and Momentum Announce  New January Webinars on EV Charging Opportunities for Sierra Businesses Additional Outreach Continues Following $4 Million grant Award 

Central Sierra Region, CA — January 8, 2026 — The Central Sierra Economic Development District (CSEDD), in partnership with Momentum, is continuing outreach to  local businesses and property owners following the award of a $4 million California Energy Commission (CEC) grant to expand EV charging infrastructure across an eight-county  Sierra region, including Alpine, Mono, Inyo, Amador, Calaveras, Tuolumne, Mariposa, and  Nevada counties through the Sierra Charging Network project.

As part of this effort, CSEDD and Momentum will host an additional round of informational  webinars on the Sierra Charging Network in January for businesses and property owners  interested in hosting EV charging stations at their sites. The webinars are designed to  provide a high-level overview of the program, available funding, eligibility, and the site  evaluation and installation process.

Upcoming Webinar Dates: 

• Thursday, January 15 | 9:00–10:00 AM 
• Thursday, January 22 | 2:00–3:00 PM 
• Thursday, January 29 | 5:00–6:00 PM 

RSVP is Required. Interested participants can register at:

https://forms.gle/R6Cv4mvbqAG91e4r8 

The Sierra Charging Network will support the deployment of EV charging stations in rural  and underserved areas, helping attract travelers, support workforce mobility, and ensure  the Sierra region is prepared for California’s continued transition to clean transportation.  Representatives from Momentum, the grant administrator, and EV Range, the program’s

implementation partner, will be available during the webinars to answer questions.

Program Benefits for Local Businesses 

• No-cost site assessment and evaluation
• Potential for fully funded EV charging installation
• Increased customer traffic from EV drivers and travelers
• Support for local workforce mobility, tourism, and regional economic development • Alignment with California’s clean energy and climate goals

“These charging stations are not just about clean vehicles,” said Sophia Kaufman, Project  Coordinator at CSEDD. “The Sierra Charging Network is about expanding clean energy  infrastructure, creating stronger local economies, and a more resilient future for Sierra  communities.” This effort reflects CSEDD’s growing commitment to advancing clean  energy solutions that strengthen the region’s economy and workforce and aligns with the  Sierra Jobs First initiative, which identifies Clean Energy, Sustainable Agriculture,  Community Healthcare, Natural and Working Lands, and Sustainable Recreation and  Tourism as priority sectors for regional economic resilience.

About the Sierra Charging Network 

The Sierra Charging Network aims to increase EV charging access in rural and underserved  communities throughout California. Funded by the California Energy Commission, the  program supports planning, deployment, and community partnerships that accelerate EV  infrastructure development.

About CSEDD 

The Central Sierra Economic Development District serves Alpine, Amador, Calaveras,  Tuolumne and Mariposa counties by driving economic development, infrastructure  planning, and community resilience. CSEDD also participates in broader initiatives and  grant-funded projects that extend beyond its core service area to support economic  development outcomes.

Capacity to secure this regional investment was made possible by Sector Navigation  funding provided through Sierra Jobs First, a regional initiative working toward high-quality  job growth, climate resilience, and economic prosperity across the Sierra region. Sierra Business Council, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, serves as the regional convener and fiscal agent  for the Sierra Jobs First initiative.

News Staff