The California Energy Commission is the state's primary energy policy and planning agency. Established by the Legislature in 1974 and located in Sacramento, seven core responsibilities guide the Energy Commission as it sets California energy policy:

CalNEXT’s vision is to identify emerging technology trends and bring commercially available technologies to the energy efficiency program portfolio. CalNEXT will track and vet the efficacy and claims of these technologies, products, and solutions to assess and confirm their potential energy savings and operational performance, help estimate long-term cost-effectiveness, prioritize technologies with significant energy savings opportunities, and identify potential barriers to market adoption.

Since 1918, Panasonic has grown to become one of the largest technology producers in the world — from producing the latest in batteries used in today's most renowned electric vehicles, to leading a variety of consumer electronics sectors and innovations in the built environment. At Panasonic, technology isn’t just about advancing society. It’s about preserving the world we all live in. By bringing disruptive innovations together, Panasonic is creating the technologies that move us toward a more sustainable future.

Toyota Boshoku, one of the world’s premium interior systems suppliers and filter manufacturers, develops and produces interior, filtration, and powertrain components. With world headquarters in Kariya City, Japan, Toyota Boshoku Corporation owns Toyota Boshoku America (TBA) based in Erlanger, Kentucky. TBA and its affiliates employ over 11,000 Team Members in 18 locations throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, and Argentina.

Seoul Semiconductor develops and commercializes light-emitting diodes for automotive, general illumination, specialty lighting, and backlighting markets. Based in South Korea, it is one of the largest LED manufacturers globally.

Signify is the world leader in lighting for professionals, consumers, and lighting for the Internet of Things. Their energy efficient lighting products, systems and services enable their customers to enjoy a superior quality of light, and make people’s lives safer and more comfortable, businesses more productive and cities more livable.