Valley
Clean Air Now

Meet the group improving their region's air quality, one car at a time.

PAID CONTENT FOR

California's San Joaquin Valley has some of the worst air quality in the United States.

The region's residents, and especially its most disadvantaged populations, are vulnerable to the severe impacts of chronic pollution.

But with any problem comes solutions. A nonprofit group called Valley Clear Air Now (Valley CAN) is working to repair the region's air by fixing cars. With a mission to improve public health and quality of life in disadvantaged communities, Valley CAN promotes vehicle repair and replacement programs across eight California counties. They also aim to educate, train, and inspire a new generation of technicians with a focus on and expertise in electric vehicles.

So far, Valley CAN has completed more than 30,000 repairs. In the process, they are preventing smog, saving people money, and helping the climate. Watch and discover more about Valley CAN and the team of people working to create a brighter future for us all.

WATCH THE VIDEO

Thanks to the sponsors of the clean air and climate programs featured in this video.

GM's Commitment
With the support of General Motors, Valley CAN has expanded its electric vehicle maintenance training program to be available to students at a total of five community college campuses throughout the San Joaquin Valley.
"General Motors wants to make mobility safer, more accessible, and more environmentally friendly for all," said Terry Rhadigan, executive director of corporate giving at GM. "We're proud to work with Valley CAN to support greater access to electric vehicle maintenance training programs in California, helping to meet the growing demand for highly skilled electric vehicle technicians."
Learn more about GM's commitment and shared vision for an all-electric future.

MEET THE TEAM

Together, these California residents are making a difference in the San Joaquin Valley.

**Tom Knox**
Executive Director
Valley Clean Air Now

**Jamie Hall**
Senior Strategist
Electric Vehicle Policy & Market Development General Motors

**Rocky Carlisle**
Smog Operations Manager
Valley Clean Air Now

**Michael Weepers**
Instructor
Electric Vehicle Maintenance Program at Merced College

**Luis Soto**
Logistics Coordinator
Valley Clean Air Now

**Amanda LeBlanc**
Student
Electric Vehicle Maintenance Program at Merced College

**Fernando Carrasco**
Student
Electric Vehicle Maintenance Program at Merced College

SEE THE WORK

View the photo gallery to see Valley CAN in action.

California's San Joaquin Valley has some of the worst air quality in the United States. As we look ahead to an all-electric future, it'll be crucial to help transform communities that are hardest hit by climate issues.1 / 12