Awards & Recognition

Recognition from public agencies and media outlets reflects Aura Planning's work in environmental justice, clean air, and inclusive workforce education.

We Prosper Together

September 14, 2026

Aura Planning featured in Project IGNITE video

We Prosper Together features Aura Planning and Founder and President Angelina Moradzadeh in a video spotlighting Project IGNITE, Green Technical Education and Employment's hands-on training initiative for Sacramento-area youth. The program builds technical skills and confidence for advanced manufacturing and engineering careers, prioritizing underserved young people while welcoming adults seeking new career pathways.

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Abridged PBS KVIE

June 3, 2026

Project IGNITE featured for inclusive technical education

Abridged reported on Project IGNITE's hands-on manufacturing education model and named Aura Planning as a lead organization helping underserved Sacramento-area students access robotics, 3D printing, soldering, and industry exposure.

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GSC

March 24, 2026

GSC profiles Project IGNITE's manufacturing career pathways

GSC highlights Aura Planning and Green Tech's Project IGNITE as a model for introducing young people to modern manufacturing. The feature follows Aura's George Suarez, the program's lead instructor, and explores how hands-on training in electronics, SOLIDWORKS, CAD/CAM, CNC machining, and professional skills can turn curiosity into career possibilities.

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California Air Resources Board

February 19, 2026

CARB highlights Aura's CLEAN Air partnership

CARB's Environmental Justice page recognizes The CLEAN Air Project as a collaboration with Aura Planning and Community Resource Project, focused on reducing air pollution impacts, improving indoor air quality, strengthening public health, and creating clean energy career pathways.

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California Energy Commission

December 5, 2025

CEC highlights Del Paso Heights Zero Emission Mobility Hub

The Del Paso Heights Zero Emission Mobility Hub, designed and managed by Aura Planning for Green Technical Education and Employment, is an initiative championed by the Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District and SMUD to expand equitable access to clean transportation. The CEC has highlighted local mobility hubs as part of California's work to transform transportation and advance a 100% clean energy future.

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EVS36 International Electric Vehicle Symposium

June 11–14, 2023

Powering E-Mobility Hubs in Underserved Communities

Aura Planning Founder and President Angelina Moradzadeh co-authored this EVS36 paper on lessons from Sacramento's first e-mobility hub, including community-informed design, transportation equity, and utility partnerships.

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Expert in project management, grant writing, and innovative technology solutions. True collaborators who bring out the best in teams.

Leadership TeamSacramento Public Library

Outstanding at translating complex environmental concepts into clear, accessible insights for communities. Brings both technical precision and compassion to environmental justice work.

Community Air Protection TeamCalifornia Air Resources Board

Critical partner for moving complex grant-funded projects from concept to completion while keeping community benefit at the center.

Sustainability & Community PartnershipsSacramento Municipal Utility District

Exceptional at bridging public agencies, private industry, and community organizations. Committed to environmental stewardship, economic development, and workforce equity.

Leadership TeamCommunity Resource Project, Inc.