Sempra Energy Foundation, the charitable giving arm of Sempra Energy (NYSE: SRE), today announced $250,000 in grants to 10 community colleges in California to provide scholarship support for students seeking certification or training for “green” jobs. “The Sempra Energy Foundation is committed to supporting educational programs that will inspire the future leaders of our community,” said Jessie J. Knight, Jr., chairman of the board of directors of the Sempra Energy Foundation and executive vice president of external affairs for Sempra Energy. “The grants will help educate community college students in environmental sustainability and prepare them for careers in green job fields.” The $250,000 grants will provide financial support for underserved students in San Diego, Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Kern, Riverside, Orange and Imperial counties. The scholarships will go to students enrolled in educational and training programs in science, technology and engineering to promote new advances in environmental compliance, sustainability planning and alternative energy.