The drive towards an electrified future is accelerating, supported by a robust framework of incentives and grants designed to promote the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) and the expansion of EV charging infrastructure. From tax credits and rebates to grants that cover installation costs, California is setting the pace for EV infrastructure growth, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and clean transportation. Whether you’re a business owner looking to install EV charging stations, a commercial property manager aiming to enhance your amenities, or an environmentally conscious resident, understanding the available incentives is the first step towards tapping into the state's electrifying potential. Here’s a list of the 30 electric vehicle charging incentives and grants in 2024 that pave the way to access funding in California, fueling a greener tomorrow.
List of Electric Vehicle Charging Incentives
Alameda Municipal Power (AMP) Multi-Family Building Rebates: AMP offers up to $8,000 per Level 2 EV charging station (limit of 6) for multi-family building customers. This rebate can cover costs, including the charging stations, installation, and permitting. A pre-qualification process with an AMP EV Advisor is required.
AMP Commercial Customer Rebates: Commercial entities can also benefit from AMP's rebate program, offering up to $6,000 for each Level 2 EV charging station (limit of 6) at non-residential service addresses. This program is open to commercial and non-profit organizations, schools, churches, government entities, and customers in specific AMP rate categories. Pre-qualification through an AMP EV Advisor is necessary.
Antelope Valley Air Quality Management District (AVQMD) Reimbursement: AVQMD offers up to 70% reimbursement for equipment and installation of EV charging stations, targeting various locations, including LEED-certified buildings and public transit areas. This program operates on a first-come, first-served basis.
Burbank Water and Power Commercial Rebate Program: Businesses can receive up to $15,000 per charging station through BWP's Commercial Electric Vehicle Charging Station Rebate Program, helping offset costs for purchasing and installing EV charging stations.
CALeVIP 2.0 Golden State Priority Project (GSPP): Opening soon for Northern and Southern California, this program offers rebates for eligible DC fast chargers, with incentives up to $100,000 per connector or 50% of total approved project costs. Projects in disadvantaged or low-income community census tracts are prioritized. The application window is from September 13 to November 17, 2023.
California Energy Commission (CEC) Drayage Public Set-Aside Grant Program: Offering up to $22.275M for public and private entities to purchase L2 and DC fast chargers for drayage fleets, CEC provides reimbursements up to 75% of eligible project costs, with higher incentives for equity applicants. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis starting October 19, 2023.
City of Palo Alto Utilities (CPAU) EV Charger Rebates: Schools, non-profits, and multifamily properties in the CPAU service area can receive up to $80,000 for installing shared-use EV chargers. Contact CPAU at utilityprograms@cityofpaloalto.org or (650) 729-2064 for more information.
Communities in Charge Program: Focusing on Level 2 EV charging stations in key community locations, this program offers a base incentive of up to $3,500 per eligible connector or 75% of eligible costs. Additional incentives are available for specific project sites. The next application window is expected later this year.
Glendale Water & Power EV Rebate Program: Offers up to $50,000 or 50% of the total project cost for commercial and multi-family building customers installing EV charging stations, with higher incentives for eligible criteria.
Hybrid and Zero Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP): Launching in April 2021, this program offers rebates from $45,000 - $150,000 based on weight class, with additional incentives for projects in disadvantaged communities and specific sectors. Available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Liberty Utilities Drive Program: With a rebate budget of $1,750,000, this program offers up to $2,500 eligible costs for installing chargers at commercial sites. Available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Marin Clean Energy (MCE) Charging Station Program: Provides up to $3,000 per Level 2 charging port for 2-20 ports per site at workplaces and multifamily properties, with an additional $500 per port for using 100% renewable energy.
Peninsula Clean Energy's EV Ready Program: A $28 million program to install 3,500 charging ports in San Mateo County, offering up to $90,000 for installing level 2 stations at commercial sites, with various incentives for different properties.
PG&E’s EV Fleet Program: Supports level 2 and DC fast chargers with rebates covering 50% of the cost of an eligible charging station up to $42,000, plus additional incentives for specific vehicles.
PG&E's EV Fast Charge Program: Facilitates construction of electrical infrastructure for EV charging at selected sites.
PG&E Multifamily and Small Business EV Charger Program: Install L1 and L2 chargers at no cost to property owners, covering networking and software fees for two years.
PG&E's EV Charge, Schools, Parks, and Beaches Program: Offers rebates up to $15,500 for Level 2 school stations, with additional support for State Parks and beaches.
Pasadena Water & Power’s Commercial Charger Incentive Program: Offers a $3,000 rebate for smart Level 2 charging stations, with up to $6,000 per charger at specific sites.
Property Assessed Clean Energy ("PACE") Financing: Enables property owners to finance energy improvements, including EVSE installation, repayable through a special assessment on the property.
Redding Electric Utility (REU) Rebate: Offers up to $6,000 per eligible DCFC charging station, with a Demand Fee credit for qualifying chargers.
Sacramento County Incentive Project (CALeVIP): Provides $14 million in rebates for eligible EV chargers in Sacramento County, with $7.7 million for Level 2 chargers and $6.3 million for DC fast chargers.
SDG&E Power Your Drive for Apartments and Condos: Offers rebates for EV charging infrastructure, with various options for infrastructure ownership. Programs are set to reopen in Q3 2023.
SDG&E Power Your Drive Fleets: Provides rebates ranging from $3,000 to $75,000 per charger, with additional incentives for specific sectors and disadvantaged communities.
Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) Commercial Electric Charger Incentive Program: Accepts applications for Level 2 and DC fast chargers, offering $1,500 per Level 2 EV charging port and up to $100,000 for each DC fast charger project.
San Luis Obispo Air Pollution Control District’s Alt Fuel and Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Program: Offers funding for up to 50-60% of eligible costs, with higher funding under specific guidelines. Applications are accepted until funds are exhausted.
San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District Charge Up! Program: Grants offering 50-100% of eligible project costs, with funding available from October 1, 2023, on a first-come, first-served basis.
San Joaquin Valley Incentive Project: Funding for Level 2 projects in San Joaquin and Kern Counties, offering reimbursements of up to $6,000 per Level 2 Charger.
Silicon Valley Power Rebate: Up to $500 for installing an EV charging station, with additional grants for specific housing units.
Southern California Edison’s (SCE) Charge Ready Program: Offers rebates for qualified EV charging equipment and site make-ready, with specific incentives for small sites and new construction.
Southern California Edison's (SCE's) Charge Ready Transport (CRT) Program: Provides support for fleet operators acquiring electric vehicles, including low-to-no-cost electrical system upgrades.
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