Forest Carbon Plan Implementation

California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE)

What does it fund?

CAL FIRE crews of wildland fire professionals dedicated to increasing the pace and scale of fuel reduction and land restoration treatments in support of the California Forest Carbon Plan. Crews are located around the State and conduct prescribed burns and other fuel reduction treatments to help protect communities from wildfires, create healthier and more climate-resilient ecosystems and watersheds, and stabilize carbon stored in natural lands.

Who is eligible for funds?

CAL FIRE

How do I access funds?

Legislative appropriation.

Funding timeline

No additional funds are available at this time.

Project Profiles

Read stories of projects funded by CAL FIRE.

Cumulative Statistics

As of November 30, 2023

$911.2 million collectively allocated to Sustainable Forest Programs

$110.1 million implemented

$19.4 million benefiting priority populations

12,541 MTCO2e GHG emissions reductions

502 projects implemented

2023 Achievements

Reporting period:
Dec 1, 2022 – Nov 30, 2023

$25.2 million implemented

0 MTCO2e GHG emissions reductions

378 full-time equivalent jobs reported

$5.0 million benefiting priority populations

0% benefiting disadvantaged communities

19% benefiting low income communities and households

80% benefiting other areas of California

Other Expected Benefits

10,290 acres of land restored

6,500 trees planted