Santa Barbara Independent Real Estate 2/19/26

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JOSIAH HAMILTON

on the successful representation of the buyer at 633 Parra Grande Lane, Sold for $14,500,000.

JOSIAH HAMILTON

805.284.8835

Josiah@TheHamiltonCo.com

TheHamiltonCo.com DRE 01415235

MARSHA KOTLYAR ESTATE GROUP

on the successful representation of the seller at 2760 Sycamore Cyn Rd, Sold for $8,965,000.

on the successful representation of the buyer at 2760 Sycamore Cyn Rd, Sold for $8,965,000.

MARSHA KOTLYAR ESTATE GROUP

805.565.4014

Home@MKGroupMontecito.com

MontecitoFineEstates.com DRE 01426886

CLARKE

on the successful representation of the buyer at 526 San Ysidro A Road, Sold for $3,750,000.

CRISTAL CLARKE

805.886.9378

Cristal@Montecito-Estate.com

Montecito-Estate.com DRE 00968247

CRISTAL CLARKE

805.886.9378

Cristal@Montecito-Estate.com

Montecito-Estate.com DRE 00968247

JEANNE PALUMBO

on the successful representation of the seller at 1568 La Vista Del Oceano, Sold for $5,000,000.

JEANNE PALUMBO

805.689.1968

JeannePalumbo@bhhscal.com DRE 00620622

on the successful representation of the seller at 7040 Gobernador Cyn Rd, Sold for $2,840,635.

YOLANDA VAN WINGERDEN

805.570.4965

Yolanda@bhhscal.com AskYo.com DRE 01308141

C alcagno & H amilton Real Estate Group

MONTECITO & SANTA BARBARA’S #1 REAL ESTATE TEAM *

433 PASEO DEL DESCANSO | LISTED AT $3,295,000 | PRIVATE SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT

NEW LISTING | CALIFORNIA CONTEMPORARY IN COVETED SAN ROQUE

3 Bedrooms + Flex Space | 2 Bathrooms | Single Story | 0.19-Acre | Peabody Elementary District

Located on a private, gated corner lot, this beautifully renovated single-story residence blends timeless architecture with modern design. Meticulously reimagined, the home showcases vaulted ceilings, White Oak flooring, and exceptional craftsmanship throughout. An openconcept kitchen and dining area flow seamlessly to the outdoors through French doors, creating an ideal setting for both everyday living and entertaining, while the living room fireplace adds warmth and ambiance. The kitchen features premium appliances, a generous island, and custom cabinetry suited for elevated gatherings or casual use. The home offers 3 beds, 2 baths, plus a bonus room ideal for media, office, or fitness. Renovated bathrooms feature custom tile work, including a spa-inspired primary suite, while built-in bunk beds in the second bedroom add charm and versatility. Outdoors, meticulously landscaped grounds create a serene, private retreat with mature olive and fruit trees, layered greenery, pathways, multiple living areas, a rear deck, custom fire feature, and stone fountains. Moments from Upper State Street, museums, parks, and the historic Mission, this turnkey, design-forward residence embodies refined San Roque living.

Brighten Your Home with Flowers and Greenery

As an interior designer, I’m often asked what the simplest, most immediate way is to make a home feel more finished, welcoming, and alive. My answer is almost always the same: fresh flowers and greenery. While furniture, lighting, and architectural details create the foundation of a space, living elements bring it to life. Flowers and plants introduce movement, softness, and warmth in a way few other design elements can.

At their core, fresh botanicals are a powerful connection to nature. A room filled only with hard surfaces and structured forms can feel static, even if it’s beautifully designed. Greenery softens edges, balances clean lines, and adds an organic layer that makes a space feel human and lived-in rather than overly styled.

Creating Softness Through Color

One of the most impactful ways that flowers and greenery enhance a home is through color. Green, in all its variations, often acts as a neutral in interior design. It pairs effortlessly with warm woods, crisp whites, moody charcoals, and even bold hues. A simple arrangement of leafy branches can calm a vibrant room or add freshness to a monochromatic palette.

When working with flowers, I often recommend pulling colors already present in the space. If your living room features soft blush upholstery or warm terra-cotta accents, echo those tones in floral arrangements for a cohesive look. This repetition helps the room feel layered and intentional rather than merely decorative.

For spaces that feel flat or overly neutral, flowers are a low-commitment way to experiment with color. A vase of deep burgundy ranunculus or cheerful yellow tulips can instantly shift the mood of a room. The beauty is that flowers are temporary, allowing you to explore seasonal palettes or bolder hues without long-term commitment.

Using Scale to Add Warmth and Balance

Scale is just as important as color when incorporating flowers and greenery. Too small, and arrangements can feel insignificant or cluttered; too large, and they can overwhelm a space. The goal is balance.

In open areas such as entryways or dining rooms, largerscale arrangements work beautifully. I like to add a tall branch arrangement on a console table or a generous floral centerpiece to create a welcoming focal point. These larger gestures also add verticality, drawing the eye upward and making rooms feel more expansive.

Smaller moments matter too. A single stem on a bedside table or a petite arrangement on a bathroom vanity adds intimacy and softness. These subtle touches make a home feel thoughtfully curated, as if every corner has been considered.

Bringing Life into Everyday Spaces

Fresh flowers and greenery shouldn’t be reserved for special occasions. Incorporating them into daily life is what truly transforms a home. Kitchens benefit immensely from a small vase of herbs or seasonal blooms, adding warmth to an otherwise functional space. Bathrooms, often overlooked, feel instantly elevated with eucalyptus or a simple floral stem.

Don’t forget about transitional spaces: Hallways, stair landings, and mudrooms come alive with greenery. These areas are perfect for low-maintenance plants or sculptural branches that don’t require frequent attention but still deliver impact.

One of the most beautiful aspects of working with fresh botanicals is their natural imperfection. Unlike permanent décor, flowers change, open, and fade. That evolution brings a sense of ease and authenticity to a home. Slightly asymmetrical arrangements or loosely gathered stems feel far more inviting than rigid, overly polished displays.

A Finishing Touch That Makes a Home Feel Complete

Fresh flowers and greenery are often the final layer in a well-designed space. They soften hard lines, warm cool palettes, and introduce life in a way no other accessory can. Whether bold or understated, these natural touches create homes that feel welcoming, balanced, and deeply personal. In the end, design isn’t just about how a space looks, but how it feels. Flowers and greenery remind us that a home should feel alive, and that’s where true beauty begins.

864 Highland Drive #6

864HIGHLAND.COM | $749,000 OPEN SATURDAY 12-3

Tucked at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in the Highland Complex, this beautifully updated condo offers low-maintenance living near Honda Valley Park’s peaceful walking trails. Soaring ceilings fill the home with natural light, while fresh paint, new flooring, an updated bathroom, and new kitchen appliances create a crisp, move-in-ready feel. The loft adds valuable flex space, perfect for a home office, media area, or quiet escape, while covered carport parking and generous storage make daily living easy. Residents enjoy access to two pools, spa, sauna, a recreation room, and on-site laundry, perfect for easy, comfortable living. Conveniently located between the Mesa and downtown Santa Barbara

Enjoy complete ~1 acre Montecito center of this 2,300+ sq. ft. originally built features modern retains its rustic

Your Mesa Realtors

“Kyle and Mike are truly a dream to work with. I don’t think we could have navigated the purchase of our first home without them! Throughout the process they were exceedingly attentive, easy to communicate with, and thoughtful about our needs as buyers. We were blown away by their attention to detail, and level of time and investment. Even after the finalization of the sale, they continued to set up appointments on our behalf for home repairs, and guided us through planning the coming months. My partner and I cannot recommend them enough!”

Resting at the

is a charming Craftsman style home circa 1912. Today, it modern amenities, and still charm. Located in MUS. Rare ocean front estate on the Mesa! This spectacular 4bed/4.5bath ultra-luxury property boasts ~5,100+ sq. ft. of living space resting on over 1/2 acre of prime California coastline. Enjoy unparalleled ocean views from every corner of this contemporary home. Must see in person!

-Mara B.

1/2 acre ocean front lot! This is a once in a life time opportunity to purchase a vacant piece of ocean front property located in one of Santa Barbara’s most desirable neighborhoods. Build your dream home to the exact specifications that you desire. Panoramic ocean views! The Richardson Team

Mike and Kyle Richardson Team@mrrealtors.com 805.963.1704

Mike and Kyle Richardson Team@mrrealtors.com 805.963.1704

www.mrrealtors.com

www.sbrealtor.com

DRE Lic. #00635254 + #01902531

OPEN HOUSES Saturday 2/21

Goleta

7368 Hollister Avenue Spc 27, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 1-4, $589,000, Douglas Elliman of California, Inc, Melissa Borders 805-453-0842, DRE#01909480

945 Ward Drive, 1BD, 1BA, Sat 1-3, $845,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Brisaly Balderas 805-3354726, DRE#02128318

345 Kellogg Way #18, 3BD, 3BA, Sat 1-3, $1,079,000, Village Properties, Mandy Gocong 805-6984457, DRE#02219541

San Roque

3728 State Street Unit #135, 3BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $1,598,000, Village Properties, Marilyn Moore / Jennifer Grube 805-689-0507 / 213-399-5682, DRE#01255085 / #02132436

39 East Calle Crespis, 2BD, 2BA, Sun 2-4, $2,100,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Diane Waterhouse 805-886-2988, DRE#01257696

The Mesa

1070 Miramonte Drive #10, 1BD, 1BA, Sun 12-3, $725,000, Village Properties, Michael Dickman 805689-3355, DRE#02093312

969 Miramonte Unit 5, 2BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 12-2, $955,000, Douglas Elliman of California, William Turner 805-708-3236, DRE#01935111

1428 Shoreline Drive, 2BD, 1BA, Sun 1-3, $1,999,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Lizette Pedroza 805-350-6585, DRE#02160420 2417 Calle Lineras, 3BD, 3BA, Sat 11-4 & Sun 2-4, $2,275,000, Your SB Team LUXURY Keller Williams SB, Rachel Quittner 805-637-8932, DRE#02168513

1547 Shoreline Drive, 5BD, 5BA & 1PBA, Sun 1-3, $14,500,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Chris Palme 805-448-3066, DRE#00989478

Mission Canyon

2253 Las Canoas, 4BD, 3BA, Sat 2-4 & Sun 1-4, $2,450,000, Village Properties, Miranda Sundell / Brian King 805-393-3873 / 805-452-0471, DRE#02278410 / #01868186

718 Las Canoas Place, 4BD, 3BA, Sat 12-2, $3,295,000, Village Properties, David Magid 805-4510402, DRE#01964710

The Riviera

712 Arbolado Rd, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 1-3, $3,325,000, Village Properties, Liz Benson 805-402-1945, DRE#02252004

1145 Alameda Padre Serra, 4BD, 4BA & 1PBA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $3,495,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Ferenc Hodosy 805-4527516, DRE#01012341

1720 Mission Ridge Road, 3BD, 3BA & 1PBA, Sun 2-4, $3,695,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Kathy Henry 805-637-4400, DRE#01403548

Santa Barbara

1210 Cacique Street Spc 14, 2BD, 2BA, Thurs 10-12 & Sun 10-1, $299,000, Douglas Elliman, Gamaliel Ng / Gabriel Zepeda 805-873-0456 / 805-957-7839, DRE#02355401 / #02351960

1407 San Pascual Street, 1BD, 1BA, Sat 11-1, $775,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Luis Martinez 805-689-5656, DRE#02090082

864 Highland Dr #6, 1BD, 1BA, Sat 12-3, $789,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Lyndsey Jones 805-680-2856, DRE#02125898

110 S Salinas St Unit D, 4BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $1,200,000, Village Properties, Tiffany Dore / MarLa Gamberdella 805-689-1052 / 805-570-3407, DRE#01806890 / #02139725

918 North Milpas Street, 2BD, 1BA, Sat & Sun 2-4, $1,298,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Scott McCosker 805-451-1721, DRE#00494253

1831 Chapala St, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 1-3 & Sun 12-2, $1,329,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Jessica Stovall 805-6989416, DRE#01887272

134 Santa Paula Avenue, 4BD, 3BA, Sun 1-4, $1,395,000, Zia Group, Jonathan Gilkeson 805-335-4749, DRE#01898338

21 Betty Drive, 2BD, 1BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $1,395,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Gabe Grandcolas 805-450-4723, DRE#02136492

4712 Calle Reina, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 1-3, $1,399,000, Village Properties, Gary Welterlen 805-895-4744, DRE#01894704

& Sunday 2/22

4712 Calle Reina, 3BD, 2BA, Saturday 1-3, $1,399,000, Village Properties, Gary Welterlen 805-8954744, DRE#01894704

521 E Anapamu #C8, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 1-4 & Sun 1-3, $1,475,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Steve Breihan / Katinka Goertz / John Comin 314-753-1899 / 805-708-9616 / 805-689-3078, DRE#02244138 / #01871645 / #00662357

218 Santa Barbara St #D, 2BD, 2.5BA, Sat & Sun 12-4, $1,649,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Aaron Foster / Robert Walsmith Jr. 805-722-0072 / 805-720-5362, DRE#02305957 / #01932231

112 Santa Ana Ave, 7BD, 4BA, Sat & Sun 12:30-1, $1,675,000, JBR Broker Services, Judy Beth Replogle 805570-6164, DRE#00812543

1031 Sandpiper Ln, 4BD, 3BA, Sat & Sun 1-3, $1,895,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Deborah Samuel 805570-6680, DRE#02119798

610 W Valerio St & 1702

Sunset Ave, 6BD, 4BA, Sun 12-2, $1,895,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Valerie Menke 805-215-6733, DRE#02192021

3092 Calle Rosales, 2BD, 3BA, Sun 12-3, $2,125,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Lyndsey Jones 805-6802856, DRE#02125898

357 Oliver Rd, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 12-3 & Sun 1-3, $2,395,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Ava Ji / Nathasha Kucherenko 805-886-3831 / 515-778-8720, DRE#01964940 / #02312066

618 Anacapa Street #5, 3BD, 4BA, Sat 1-4 & Sun 1-3, $2,895,000, Village Properties, Braden Curtis / Bruce Frey 805-448-5870 / 805-5154135, DRE#02283881 / #02294679

433 Paseo Del Descanso, 3BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $3,295,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Jessie Sessions 805-709-0904, DRE#01937789

9 E Quinto St, 3BD, 2.5BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $3,300,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Arrianne Sandera / Ken Switzer 310-547-7401 / 805-6804622, DRE#01872853 / #01245644

105 W De La Guerra Street Unit F2, 2BD, 3BA, Sun 1-4, $3,350,000, Village Properties, Devin Wong 805451-6157, DRE#01976444

3855 Calle Cita, 4BD, 3BA, Sun 1-3, $3,495,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Caleb Overton 805-453-7080, DRE#02117608

2850 Torito Road, 3BD, 3BA & 1PBA, Sun 1-3, $4,900,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Kelly Vormelker 805-857-1114, DRE#02348530

1367 Via Veneto, 6BD, 6BA, Sun 1-4, $5,895,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Chase Enright 805-708-4057, DRE#01800599

Upper East

518 E Islay Street, 4BD, 4BA, Sat 1-3, $2,950,000, Village Properties, Thomas Johansen 805-886-1857, DRE#01401533

Montecito

713 Alston Rd, 3BD, 2BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $3,295,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Beverly Herrera / Mia Teetsel 805-755-8405 / 805-202-9118, DRE#01152828 / #01256862

2985 E Valley Rd, 3BD, 3BA, Sun 1-4, $4,000,000, Village Properties, Simone Eurich 805-455-7992, DRE#02105209

1493 Sycamore Canyon Road, 6BD, 8BA, Sat & Sun 1-4, $8,250,000, Village Properties, Spencer Cole 805-698-6673, DRE#02115510

Carpinteria

3950 Via Real #239, 2BD, 2BA, Sun 1-4, $845,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Marie Larkin 805-680-2525, DRE#00523795

3375 Foothill Road #921, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 12-3, $1,800,000, Village Properties, Michael Dickman 805689-3355, DRE#02093312

123 Polo Way, 3BD, 3.5BA, Sat & Sun 12-4, $3,400,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Cammie Calcagno-Newell 805-455-7661, DRE#02055049

OPEN HOUSES

121 Polo Dr, 4BD, 4.5BA, Sat & Sun 12-4, $3,900,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Cammie Calcagno-Newell 805-455-7661, DRE#02055049

105 Polo Way, 3BD, 3.5BA, Sat & Sun 12-4, $4,300,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Cammie Calcagno-Newell 805-455-7661, DRE#02055049

Santa Ynez Valley

3939 Mesa Cir Dr (Lompoc), 3BD, 2BA, Sat 1-3, $475,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Todd McChesney 805291-7902, DRE#00864365

639 Roskilde Rd, 2BD, 2BA, Sat 1-3, $682,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Judy Crawford 805-588-1425, DRE#01280176

201 Victory Dr, 3BD, 2BA, Sun 11-1, $875,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Candice Signa 805-680-7300, DRE#01226917

Saturday 2/21 & Sunday 2/22

420 Sycamore Dr, 5BD, 2BA, Sun 2-4, $1,125,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Candice Signa 805-680-7300, DRE#01226917

533 Pine Street, 2BD, 2BA, Sun 11-1, $1,350,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Brenda Cloud 805-901-1156, DRE#01772551

924 Skagen, 3BD, 2BA, Sat 12-3, $1,495,000, Village Properties, Elizabeth Breen 805 350-1182, DRE#02254500

1350 Willow St, 4BD, 2.5BA, Sat 1-3, $1,685,000, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties, Beau Staley 805-550-2408, DRE#02252461

926 Ranch View Lane, 4BD, 3BA, Sat 11-1, $2,149,000, Sotheby’s International Realty, Brenda Cloud 805-901-1156, DRE#01772551

Ventura

1127 Acadia Pl, 2BD, 1BA, Sun 12-3, $425,000, Village Properties, Jena Harris 805-331-3683, DRE#01930435

Consider the Condo

My first property was a condo. As a first-time homebuyer in the 805, it was what was within reach. It offered us more space than our rental and a quick walk to the beach, and we scrapped financially to make it happen.

this orbit, you might find current issues surprising if you are looking to buy, sell, or refinance a condominium locally.

As an entity with a fiduciary responsibility to uphold the laws and condition of the condominium complex, the homeowners’ association relies on volunteer decision makers (the board), and typically third-party management companies, to help them navigate all of the above and then some. Folks are expected to honor and respect the laws, regulations, and covenants, conditions, and restrictions (CC&Rs) set forth when a plot of land was transformed into a condominium complex, as well as those that continue to evolve.

Most folks in real estate know that “condos are a thing.” Under an ever-changing landscape of insurance options, state laws and local ordinances, management woes and neighborly complaints, historically recorded documents and real-life functionality lives the homeowners’ association (HOA) of a condominium complex. Yet, if you aren’t in

Different mortgage options exist depending on how much the melding of the HOA’s day-to-day activities align with guidelines. Guidelines vary according to the borrowers’ occupancy, loan type, and personal parameters, such as credit score and amount down. Let’s hit a few key points that are especially under scrutiny today. If the project meets all the basis set forth by Fanne Mae or Freddie Mac,

it is considered “warrantable.” If it doesn’t, then it is considered “non-warrantable.” This can mean strikingly different rates and terms for homeowners, ranging in swings from 2 percent in rate to 20 percent more in down payment.

Californians know the impact of insurability. Carriers have come in and out of the market, and notational disasters, tariffs, and labor and supply costs have caused premiums to increase and policies to be ever more creative. Because the HOA needs higher levels, and different types, of coverage than an individual homeowner, some have had to get more innovative to secure insurance protection. Maybe part of the HOA is near a creek, resulting in some units to be in a flood zone and some not. Maybe they have had to combine several policies to get hazard insurance coverage or look at cash versus replacement value options. Maybe they don’t have coverage that helps the building be rebuilt to today’s zoning standards or protects the HOA against fraud. Layers upon layers exist of insurance requirements when it comes to what a typically mortgage lender (such as Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac) would require to feel comfortable to lend.

So, why do lenders care? Collateral is a big part of lending. Besides your promise to pay, it’s the security to which your mortgage is tied. If you don’t pay your mortgage, then your lender could foreclose on your property and resell it in order to recoup the money they lent you. If that property is der-

elict, then it won’t fetch a good price, and lenders want the money they lent you and then some.

The good news is that options exist for most situations, and that many HOAs are actively working to get back on or stay on track for sustainability. Perhaps the balcony work required will be done soon, or perhaps the insurance need is met by multiple policies. Perhaps you don’t care that some antiquated, recorded document says that no children under the age of 16 may live in the complex. Perhaps you welcome the fact that the property can be rented on a shortterm basis. Knowing and understanding the potential risk and reward of purchasing any property is a requirement in my opinion.

As laws, regulations, and the marketplace continue to evolve, solutions will as well. The more creative the solution, though, the more expensive the option may be. Because density regulations will mean more condos than houses will most likely be built in the future, condominiums will continue to be a primary housing option for many in our community. Ask questions, set a plan, be open to adjustments, and your local lenders will continue to get you home.

Austin Lampson is a licensed mortgage professional and branch manager of Origin Point Mortgage. She has spent the last quarter-century helping her clients balance math and emotion to achieve their financial goals. Reach Austin at (805) 869-7100, austin@austinlampson .com, or visit austinlampson.com.

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SANTA BARBARA COUNTY SALES

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California’s EV Charging Milestone

The Trump administration has aggressively reversed U.S. climate policy, focusing on fossil-fuel expansion, withdrawing again from the Paris Agreement, and suspending wind and solar renewable energy projects by revoking federal permits. It is rolling back stringent fuel economy standards and boosting manufacturers’ profitability for high-margin gas-powered SUVs and trucks while slowing the shift toward electric vehicles (EVs). The U.S. is now producing more oil and natural gas than Saudi Arabia and Russia combined. The federal government has also ended the pause on liquified natural gas (LNG) exports. These policy reversals are out of step with the rest of the world.

California, however, is still forging ahead in its transition to electric mobility. By 2024, the Golden State had 178,500 publicly accessible EV charging stations, double the number from two years before. For comparison, this number is significantly greater than our state’s 120,000 gas nozzles. California is a leader, in the U.S. and globally, in shifting to sustainable transportation.

According to California Energy Commission’s data, most of the state’s chargers are Level 2, while only 17,000 are fast char-

gers. Most hybrid vehicles cannot use fast chargers, a factor that influences the higher demand for Level 2 ports. Home installations of EV ports have also been increasing with more than 700,000 Level 2 chargers now in place. This investment complements the state’s public EV infrastructure network.

Although the withdrawal of federal dollars is slowing the transition to clean, electric transportation and increasing greenhouse-gas emissions across the country, California remains committed to substantial investments in EVs. Much of this investment is designated for underserved communities across the state to ensure that EVs become accessible to a broader segment of the population, especially in lowerincome areas. California has not wavered on its goal to ban the sale of new gasolinepowered vehicles by 2035.

Perhaps California’s next innovation into clean energy will be to encourage the installation of solar photovoltaic arrays over parking lots linked to EV charging ports. Bidirectional charging software now allows drivers to help utilities even out their demand curve by offering (for compensation, of course) a small percentage of their EV’s stored electricity. This produces

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win-win savings: for the utility, the driver/ homeowner, and the community. These smart systems are becoming prevalent in Germany, the Netherlands, and elsewhere in Europe. France has recently mandated that all large parking lots be covered by solar panels.

California’s reaching the milestone of more EV charging stations than traditional gas stations, reminds us of the potential

for a greener future, even as federal policymakers and some industries push in the other direction.