CA Gov't Code Section 15814.10

To help implement the policy set forth in Section 25008 of the Public Resources Code, the board may develop energy and water conservation and cogeneration and alternative energy and water supply sources at state facilities in accordance with this chapter. The intent of the Legislature in enacting this chapter is to provide a mix of financing options for the development of cost saving state energy and water conservation projects. It is further the intent of the Legislature that, prior to using revenue bonds, the board consider other financing options available and the effect of the bond issuance on the bond market.