This session highlights innovative GHG mitigation strategies being employed in rural, mountainous environments. Without these strategies, these regions would likely be left behind in the achievement of an equitable energy transition. Presenters will describe approaches to drive decarbonization and how they can be scaled to other jurisdictions. The Town of Truckee is pioneering building electrification efforts, launching residential & small business initiatives supported by creative funding mechanisms. The Climate Transformation Alliance, a public-private partnership committed to carbon neutrality, will present insights on fostering community buy-in and accelerating mitigation efforts through strategic knowledge exchange. As another approach, Sierra Business Council’s Go Electric Truckee Tahoe program is tackling electrification workforce and market barriers by training contractors and providing coaching for home and building owners. Participants will gain actionable strategies for overcoming electrification and climate mitigation challenges in rural and market-constrained environments. This session will showcase how governments, businesses, and communities can work together to transform climate goals into tangible results.