California Forward (CA FWD) is a multi-partisan, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization building a New California Economy that is sustainable, resilient & inclusive.

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Five weeks until leaders from all sectors gather in Long Beach for the 2026 California Economic Summit, Oct. 13-15. Join us as we build towards a resilient, sustainable, and inclusive economy. Regular pricing ends Sept. 30. Register: cafwd.org/summit2026 #CAEconomicSummit
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This special edition of the Institute in Action Newsletter focuses on the 20-year anniversary of the Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006 (AB 32). @Next10 has released a special report on this landmark climate policy, which Governor @Schwarzenegger signed into law. Read the report and more, here: mailchi.mp/schwarzeneggerins…
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Registration is still available for our celebration of AB 32 with @MoveCAFWD! Get your ticket now at the link below ⬇️
Twenty years after signing California's landmark climate law, Gov. @Schwarzenegger joins the main stage of the 2026 California Economic Summit to discuss AB 32 and two decades of climate leadership. Plus a breakout session with @GovArnoldUSC. Register: cafwd.org/summit2026
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Twenty years after signing California's landmark climate law, Gov. @Schwarzenegger joins the main stage of the 2026 California Economic Summit to discuss AB 32 and two decades of climate leadership. Plus a breakout session with @GovArnoldUSC. Register: cafwd.org/summit2026
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Great discussion with California Forward, Deploy Action, UC Davis Energy and Efficiency Institute, and my colleagues on an affordable, reliable energy and insurance future.
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Back again at the #CaliforniaEconomicSummit - one of my favorite annual events to connect with changemakers shaping our state’s future. Excited for the conversations, partnerships & ideas that move California's mfg sector and economy forward. Lets connect! .@MoveCAFWD
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Registration for the CA Economic Summit is now open! Join us in #Stockton on October 21-23. This event connects & convenes Californians to catalyze a New California Economy that is resilient, sustainable & inclusive. Register at cafwd.org/summit2025! #caeconomicsummit
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If you're interested in applying for the next cohort of CA FWD's Young Leaders Program, but want to learn more, please join us for one of two upcoming webinars about the program. We'll share about YLP’s core objectives and more! Info and registration here: cafwd.org/events/
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The application for the CA FWD Young Leaders Program is open now through 3/21/25. This 2-year program is open to CA residents ages 20-25 who are committed to building a New California Economy that is resilient, sustainable & inclusive. Apply or learn more: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F…
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CA FWD CEO @katenrg will be @The_CALCOG's Regional Leadership Forum 3/6. This year's event focuses on a topic near & dear to CA FWD—how regions are developing solutions to complex challenges in ways that align w/ state objectives while also serving the needs of their communities.
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This Fri., 2/28 at 11am, we are offering another free 1-hour webinar training (presented by the Center for Accessible Technology) on strategies for effectively engaging with the California Public Utilities Commission on broadband issues. Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F…
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Join us tomorrow 2/21 at 11am for the first of 2 free webinar trainings on strategies for effectively engaging with the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) on broadband issues. Tomorrow's webinar is presented by @OakUndivided; register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F…
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Be on the lookout for the application for the next cohort opening soon! In the meantime, check out this blog post reflecting on where the program has been and where it's headed next. (2/2) cafwd.org/news/empowering-th…
We are thrilled to announce the CA FWD Young Leaders Program (YLP)—an evolution of the Young Leaders Advisory Council (YLAC)—designed to empower and elevate the next generation of policy, industry, and nonprofit change makers! (1/2)
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We are thrilled to announce the CA FWD Young Leaders Program (YLP)—an evolution of the Young Leaders Advisory Council (YLAC)—designed to empower and elevate the next generation of policy, industry, and nonprofit change makers! (1/2)
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Save the date! Join us for the 2025 CA Economic Summit Oct. 21-23, in Stockton! We are thrilled to connect w/ leaders in Stockton to showcase all the N. San Joaquin Valley has to offer! Subscribe to stay in the loop on Summit news, registration & more: cafwd.org/newsletter/
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Check out our very own Executive Director of Programs, Nuin-Tara Key, on @InterchangeShow talking climate resilience!
Why utilities need to rethink climate adaptation finance 🎧 Utilities play a critical role in strengthening climate resilience - but how do we get them to take action? @solarsylvia_ discusses with @MoveCAFWD. Listen to the full episode now. okt.to/kzYLu7
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Excited to share the Building a New California Economy: 2025 Vision, outlining the work we are leading in 2025, w/ the goal of building a New CA Economy that is resilient, sustainable & inclusive so people across every region & community can prosper!👇cafwd.org/resources/building…
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UNITE-LA stands with Angelenos across the region whose lives and well-being are being impacted by the L.A. County fires. Please click here for helpful resources for individuals and families: bit.ly/4h1jU8O
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Check out the Summit recap video! The event featured leaders from every corner of the state gathered w/ a shared purpose: to build a sustainable, resilient & inclusive economy in this moment of transition. We are excited to continue the momentum this year! youtube.com/watch?v=eyV7a0r6…
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Elections discussion happening now, w @CASenCaballero Chet Hewitt @SHFCalifornia @jodihicks & Kate Gordon @MoveCAFWD
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