56 California Energy Grants

Grants to California nonprofit organizations for energy projects and programs to improve health, the environment, and the economy in eligible areas. Funding is intended for program costs that will help execute the projects, such as supplies, capital purchases, equipmen...

Grants to California Native American tribes and organizations, and public and private entities to provide under-resourced communities with technical assistance in seeking funding for zero-emission vehicle infrastructure. Applicants are advised that required registratio...

Grants of up to $50,000 to USA and Colombia institutions of higher education for collaborations on climate change solutions. Applicants are required to join the funding source's network prior to applying for a grant. Funding is intended to promote partnerships between ...

Fellowships to USA individuals from BIPOC backgrounds to obtain professional experience in environmentalism and conservation. The purpose of the program is to provide BIPOC professionals with opportunities to gain professional opportunities and career development in th...

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for environmental projects. Applicants must contact program staff before applying. Funding is intended for activities that assist in keeping drinking water clean, protected, affordable, accessible, and managed as a public necessity...

Grants to USA and territories visual arts schools, institutions, museums, and nonprofit arts organizations for initiatives related to energy usage. Applicants are required to take an eligibility quiz prior to submitting a full application. Proposals may be submitted fo...

Grants of up to $3,000 to California nonprofit organizations, agencies, public schools, tribal governments, and community groups in eligible locations for projects to benefit the local community. Program focus areas include sustainability, food security and education, ...

Grants and loans to USA, Puerto Rico, and US Virgin Islands agricultural producers and small non-urban businesses for environmentally friendly energy solutions. Applicants are advised that required registrations must be completed prior to applying. Funding is intended ...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International early-stage energy startups to join a 9-week accelerator program. Participating startups will benefit from personalized mentoring, networking, training, pitch deck design services, and access to resources to foster busines...

Scholarships of $2,000 to USA individuals to pursue professional development training. The purpose of the program is to empower Americans to progress in their careers. Scholarships may be used for vocational training in the following industries: transportation, technol...

Grants to California public and private entities for projects to improve and expand infrastructure to charge electric vehicles. Funding is intended to increase the availability of charging stations at critical junctures such as high-density living areas, downtown, airp...

Grants to USA small and medium-sized manufacturing facilities and waste and water treatment facilities for projects to improve energy efficiency. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to finalize. Funding is intended for applicants t...

Grants to USA local educational agencies partnering with schools, nonprofit organizations, for-profit organizations, and community partners for activities that reduce energy consumption in public K-12 schools across the country. Funding is intended to support projects ...

Grants to California qualifying public and private entities for research and development projects that address climate change objectives. Funding is intended to support projects that integrate climate adaptation considerations into the state's electricity system. Fund...

Opportunity for USA for-profit solar photovoltaic equipment manufacturers to compete for prizes to develop more environmentally sustainable PV modules and inverters. Companies will compete for cash prizes for registering products that meet high standards of sustainabil...

Opportunity for USA individuals, IHEs, agencies, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, and other inventors to develop innovative energy storage solutions. This challenge is meant to focus on less conventional use cases such as energy storage in extreme climates or re...

Grants to USA academic, governmental, and industry entities to facilitate the development of geothermal technologies in underserved areas of the country. The purpose of the program is to encourage projects that address barriers to development, such as financial constra...

Grants and in-kind services to USA and territories colleges and universities to assist students in the development of technological innovations with market potential. Funding is intended to support engineering or science-based innovations that have a positive impact on...

Grants to California nonprofit organizations to benefit local communities in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support organizations that address the areas of education, workforce development, environment, healthy communities, and economic vitality. This grant p...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International libraries to reduce electricity costs. Funding is intended for customers of the funding source who are interested in installing solar panels. Priority will be given to libraries with relatively new roofs that can accommodate the...

Grants to USA and territories port authorities, government agencies, tribes, public agencies, and special purpose districts to improve transportation through ports. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. The purpose of th...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International research institutions for studies related to the management of solid waste. A pre-proposal must be submitted prior to applying. Research priorities include addressing the impacts of climate change, emerging contaminants, and adv...

Opportunity for USA startup businesses to participate in a program to test or deploy innovative prototypes or services addressing climate change issues in Alaska. Funding is intended to assist early-stage companies seeking to secure initial customers. Companies must de...

Opportunity for USA IHEs, non-federal agencies, nonprofit organizations, utilities, other energy sector partners, software developers, and scientists to improve electric sector systems. Funding is intended for partnerships of utility and energy sector companies with so...

Grants to California public and private entities for the creation of EV charging infrastructure in eligible regions. Funding is intended to support travel in rural areas. At least half of the total project costs must be focused on low-income and disadvantaged communiti...

Cooperative agreements to USA IHEs, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, agencies, and Tribes for research and development projects on bio-based chemicals. Applicants must submit a concept paper and complete required registrations prior to submitting a full applicat...

Cooperative agreements to USA and territories for-profit organizations for the research and development of innovative solar power technologies. Applicants must submit a concept paper and complete required registrations prior to submitting a full application. Funding is...

Grants and vouchers to USA and territories state governments, local government agencies, and tribal organizations to reduce carbon emissions and create jobs in the clean energy sector. Applicants must complete required registrations prior to submitting an application. ...

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International foundations, organizations, companies, design studios, social enterprises, and entrepreneurs to participate in a contest to help solve societal concerns. The purpose of the contest is for applicants to address one or more ...

Cooperative agreements to USA and territories IHEs, nonprofit and for-profit organizations, agencies, and Tribes for research related to clean energy for all types of vehicles. Applicants are required to submit a concept paper and complete required registrations prior ...

Awards to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations and enterprises in recognition of exceptional sustainability projects. Funding areas of interest include food, health, energy, water, climate action, and global high schools. Eligible applicants must pres...

Grants to USA private sector entities for wide-scale projects and activities that will improve the environment. Funding is intended for projects focused on climate, clean energy, clean water, and cleaning up toxins and waste. Typical costs funded include project manage...

Grants to USA and Israel businesses for collaborative technology projects with commercial potential. Applicants are required to meet with a staff member and submit an executive summary prior to applying. Funding is intended to support the development of a wide range of...

Cooperative agreement to a USA or territories IHEs, nonprofit organizations, for-profits, tribes, and government agencies to address the supply chain of the energy industry. Applicants are advised that the required registrations must be completed prior to applying. The...

Grants to USA and Israel scientists affiliated with nonprofit research institutions for collaborative agricultural research projects. Funding is intended to support projects in any stage of research and development, including applied or strategic research and integrate...

Grants to USA nonprofit and for-profit organizations, IHEs, government agencies, and Tribal Nations for technical education programs. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. The purpose of the program is to produce more qu...

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofit organizations, municipalities, social enterprises, and Indigenous groups for activities to benefit communities where the funding source has a business presence. Funding is intended to support programs and projects in the areas of envi...

Grants to USA and Canada nonprofit and charitable organizations in multiple states and provinces for programs that benefit local communities served by the funding source. The grant is intended to support impactful projects, events, and initiatives in the areas of educa...

Grants to USA and Canada organizations to develop new energy-efficiency solutions in Quebec. Funding is intended for creative projects that can be used by customers in a range of sectors, including the commercial, residential, industrial, institutional, and transportat...

Grants of up to $55,000 and grants of up to $80,000 to USA and Israeli scientists affiliated with qualified institutions for collaborative research projects in various technological disciplines. Program areas include communications, circuits, and sensing-systems; elect...

Grants to USA research institutions and organizations for scientific studies related to the environment, physics, computing, and energy. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for research that yields ...

Grants and loans to California individuals in eligible regions for capital improvements to living spaces. Funding is intended for individuals from low-income households. Grants and loans are available for renovations to enhance health and safety, energy efficiency, and...

Tax credits of up to $4,500 and tax credits of up to $7,500 to USA individuals and their businesses for the purchase of plug-in hybrid, fuel cell electric, and all-electric cars, light trucks, and passenger vehicles. Credits are available for eligible newly purchased o...

In-kind grants of volunteer support to USA and territories agencies, nonprofit organizations, schools, and tribes to address community needs. Applicants must complete a concept form prior to completing a full application. The program is intended to support projects rel...

Grants to California public and private entities for projects and programs to remove carbon from the atmosphere. Eligible projects include but are not limited to pilot research test centers and technology research, development, demonstrations, and prototypes. The purpo...

Loans to California government agencies, special districts, tribes, IHEs, public care institutions, and hospitals for energy-conserving capital projects. Loans are intended to be repaid from energy cost savings. Eligible projects are those with proven energy and demand...

Loans to California school districts, charter schools, county offices of education, and state special schools for energy-saving practices and equipment purchases. Eligible projects and programs are those that have proven energy and demand cost savings. The program is i...

Grants to USA scholars for research projects to advance clean energy technology and innovation. Funding is intended for projects that build multidisciplinary networks, generate novel research, disseminate information for decision-making, and train the next generation o...

Grants to USA, Canada, and International companies and entities for projects to develop or demonstrate innovative clean energy technologies. Funding is intended to help develop technologies that have the potential to displace carbon-intensive technologies. The purpose ...

Rewards to California eligible households and residents to reduce energy use. The reward program is intended to motivate participants to lower their energy use when electricity demand is particularly high. Enrolled funding source members who reduce energy usage will re...