52 California Energy Grants

52 Energy Grants for California

Discover grants for energy efficiency, clean energy programs, green technology, solar energy, and renewable energy development. Funding supports reduced energy use, infrastructure security, and economic growth through sustainable energy initiatives.

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Grants to USA Indian Tribes to Develop and Regulate Energy Resources

Deadline: 07/16/26

Grants to USA Tribal Energy Development Organizations and Indian Tribes to develop and regulate energy resources. Applicants must complete registrations before applying. Funding is intended for the development of a legal framework to regulate Tribal energy resourc...

GrantWatch ID#: 230014
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In-Kind Support to USA Transmission Operators to Increase Interconnection

Deadline: 07/23/26

In-kind support to USA and territories transmission owners and operators to increase the interconnection of energy resources. Through this opportunity, applicants will be matched with pre-approved providers that will assist with implementing solutions to improve b...

GrantWatch ID#: 229202
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Vouchers to USA Technology Developers for Testing New Approaches to Hydropower Generation

Deadline: 07/23/26

Vouchers for services to USA and territories technology developers for testing new approaches to hydropower generation. Funding is intended for materials, equipment, and structures that support the operation and/or construction of hydropower projects that capture ...

GrantWatch ID#: 230559
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Grants to USA Tribal Governments and Organizations for Energy Development

Deadline: 07/24/26

Grants to USA tribal governments and organizations for energy development. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for assessment and feasibility regarding the development and implementation of tri...

GrantWatch ID#: 228294

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Startups to Join a Business Development Program

Deadline: 07/26/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International startups in the energy field to participate in a business development program. Successful applicants will receive a variety of benefits, including coaching, mentoring, pitching, perks and deals, and support after comp...

GrantWatch ID#: 223236

Grants to California Nonprofits for Programs to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants of up to $5,000 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 v...

GrantWatch ID#: 185816

Grants to California Public and Private Entities to Develop Direct Air Capture Technologies

Deadline: 07/31/26

Grants to California public and private entities to develop technologies that remove greenhouse gas emissions. Funding is intended for demonstration and pilot projects related to advanced direct air capture technologies to remove carbon dioxide gas from the enviro...

GrantWatch ID#: 229040

Grants to California Agencies and Individuals for Projects that Reduce Vehicle Emissions

Deadline: 08/01/26

Grants to California public and private agencies, and individuals in eligible counties for projects that help to decrease emissions from motor vehicles. Funding is intended for projects that reduce pollution from vehicles, including vehicle electrification, adapti...

GrantWatch ID#: 143977

Grants and In-Kind Donations to USA and International Nonprofits for Energy Projects

Deadline: 08/01/26

Grants of up to $10,000 and grants of up to $15,000 and in-kind donations of solar energy products to USA and International nonprofit organizations in eligible regions to enhance the quality of life in local communities. Funding is intended to support activities t...

GrantWatch ID#: 167893

Grants or Investments to USA Qualifying Private Companies for Wood Facility Assessments

Deadline: 08/06/26

Grants or investments to USA qualifying private companies and organizations for assessment projects related to wood product manufacturing sites. Funding is intended for projects involving pre-development evaluations of closed wood facilities that could lead to red...

GrantWatch ID#: 230215

Opportunity for USA and Africa Young Researchers to Join a Symposium

Deadline: 08/09/26

Opportunity for USA and Africa early career scientists, engineers, and medical professionals to join a symposium on related topics. The purpose of this program is to increase dialogue and exchanges among young researchers in the United States and Africa. Topics co...

GrantWatch ID#: 230262

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Foundations, Organizations, Companies, and Entr...

Deadline: 08/19/26

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 ...

GrantWatch ID#: 215503

Grants to California Tribes and Public and Private Entities for Hydrogen Production Solutions

Deadline: 08/19/26

Grants to California tribes, public entities, and private entities for establishing hydrogen production and storage facilities. Funding is intended for the establishment of hydrogen production plants located alongside storage solutions in order to reduce the costs...

GrantWatch ID#: 229962

Opportunity for International Entrepreneurs for Social and Environmental Projects

Deadline: 08/31/26

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International individuals, social entrepreneurs, and businesses to participate in a contest to address social and environmental concerns. The contest is intended for young adults between the ages of 18 and 30 to devise solutions to...

GrantWatch ID#: 215166

Grants to USA, Canada, and UK Nonprofits for Programs that Help Local Communities

Deadline: 09/06/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and UK nonprofit organizations for programs that help local communities. Funding is intended for a variety of activities that expand equitable access to STEM learning, enhance community green spaces and nature, and support efforts to reduce ...

GrantWatch ID#: 212008

Cooperative Agreements and Grants to USA Agencies, Nonprofits, and Tribes for Water Conservati...

Deadline: 09/09/26

Cooperative agreements and grants to USA agencies, nonprofit organizations, utility providers, and tribes in multiple states and territories for water conservation projects. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to finalize. All...

GrantWatch ID#: 199061

Fellowships to USA Professionals for Projects Addressing Environmental Issues

Deadline: 09/15/26

Fellowships of $10,000 to USA professionals for projects addressing environmental issues. Project examples include, but are not limited to organization and partnerships, research and publications, and advocacy and communication. Projects should address one of the ...

GrantWatch ID#: 195630

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Environmental Activities and Projects

Deadline: 09/23/26

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 nece...

GrantWatch ID#: 212651

Grants and In-Kind Services to USA IHEs to Assist Students in the Development of Technological...

Deadline: 09/29/26

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 impa...

GrantWatch ID#: 181079

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits to Promote Renewable Energy

Deadline: 09/30/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for projects that promote renewable energy. Funding is intended to support socially responsible, community-based nonprofits that are developing a renewable energy project. The mission of the Foundati...

GrantWatch ID#: 192527

Grants to USA Institutions and Organizations for Scientific Research Studies

Deadline: 09/30/26

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 yi...

GrantWatch ID#: 202899

Grants to USA Nonprofits, For-Profits, IHEs, Agencies, and Tribes for Technical Education Prog...

Deadline: 10/01/26

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 mo...

GrantWatch ID#: 174409

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Energy-Related Projects

Deadline: 10/03/26 LOI Date: 08/07/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations for charitable projects related to energy. Applicants are required to submit an LOI prior to applying. Eligible energy projects include but are not limited to the installation of solar heating, solar...

GrantWatch ID#: 210688

Grants to USA and Israel Companies, Research Institutions, and IHEs for Joint Clean Energy Res...

Deadline: 10/06/26 LOI Date: 07/22/26

Grants to USA and Israel companies, research institutions, and IHEs for collaborative research and development projects addressing energy efficiency and sustainability. Interested applicants must meet with staff and submit an executive summary prior to the submiss...

GrantWatch ID#: 170929

Prizes to USA Entrepreneurs, Businesses, and IHEs to Advance Energy Storage Technologies

Deadline: 10/08/26 Conference Date: 08/06/26

Prizes to USA individuals, startups, entrepreneurs, businesses, and IHEs to advance energy storage technologies. The prize is intended to mitigate supply chain issues within the early stage of development of energy storage. The goal of the program is to accelerate...

GrantWatch ID#: 231009

Grants to USA Graduate Student or Team for a Project Proposal Addressing the Climate Crisis

Deadline: 10/31/26

Grants of $25,000 to a USA graduate-level student or team for a project proposal addressing the climate crisis. Funding is intended for those individuals enrolled full-time at a US-based university or college. Proposals must focus on a climate solution relevant to...

GrantWatch ID#: 216874

Grants to USA, Canada, and Mexico Nonprofits, Municipalities, and Associations for Programs to...

Deadline: 11/16/26

Grants to USA, Canada, and Mexico 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...

GrantWatch ID#: 167553

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Research Institutions for Studies Related to Waste Ma...

Deadline: 12/01/26

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, an...

GrantWatch ID#: 170682
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Grants to California Nonprofit Community and School Groups for Projects that Enhance the Commu...

Deadline: 12/10/26

Grants of up to $4,500 to California nonprofit community and school groups for activities to enhance the community in eligible locations. Funding is intended for community beautification projects as well as for projects to improve the environment. Grants may be al...

GrantWatch ID#: 147823
Upcoming

Grants to California Entities for Fast EV Chargers

Deadline: 01/14/27

Grants to California property agents, businesses, nonprofit organizations, government entities, and Tribes to acquire and install fast EV chargers throughout the state. Funding is intended for installation in public locations including medical facilities, grocery ...

GrantWatch ID#: 219953
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Grants to USA Private Sector Entities for Environmental Projects and Programs

Deadline: 01/15/27

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 m...

GrantWatch ID#: 200120

Award to a USA, Canada, or International Individual for Research and Innovation in the Field o...

Deadline: 01/20/27

Award to a USA, Canada, or International individual or group of individuals to recognize outstanding contributions to the field of environmental sustainability. Nominations will be accepted for scientists, urban development experts, economists, energy specialists,...

GrantWatch ID#: 177460
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Grants to USA and Israel Businesses for Commercial Technology Development

Deadline: 01/21/27 LOI Date: 11/23/26

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 ran...

GrantWatch ID#: 174416

Grants to USA, Canada, and International Nonprofits for Projects to Benefit Local Communities

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA, Canada, and International nonprofit organizations to directly benefit young people and communities where the funding source has a business presence. Focus areas include resilient communities, protected planet, indigenous reconciliation, and career r...

GrantWatch ID#: 165145

Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofits for Action Programs to Protect the Environment

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Canada grassroots nonprofit organizations for environmental preservation programs. Funding is intended for projects in the focus areas of climate solutions, agricultural transformation, thriving communities, and healthy land and waters. The goal ...

GrantWatch ID#: 185169

Grants to USA and Canada Organizations to Develop New Energy-Saving Initiatives in Quebec

Deadline: Ongoing

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 transp...

GrantWatch ID#: 185958

In-Kind Support to USA Faculty at IHEs to Receive Surplus Laboratory Equipment for Energy-Rela...

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind support to USA faculty at IHEs to receive surplus laboratory equipment for energy-related programs. Faculty may receive a wide range of equipment and training apparatuses, including but not limited to amplifiers, oscilloscopes, mass spectrometers, and powe...

GrantWatch ID#: 195967

Grants to California Agencies and Fire Protection Districts to Increase the Use of Clean Techn...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California local government agencies and fire protection districts in eligible locations to update emergency vehicles. Funding is intended to outfit diesel vehicles, including fire apparatus, water tenders, ladder trucks, and pumper trucks, with the late...

GrantWatch ID#: 197937

Grants and Loans to California Individuals in Eligible Regions for Capital Improvements to Liv...

Deadline: Ongoing

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...

GrantWatch ID#: 205522

In-Kind Support to California Homeowners to Implement Energy-Reducing Home Improvements

Deadline: Ongoing

In-kind support to California qualifying homeowners and tenants to implement energy-reducing home improvements in eligible areas. Funding is intended to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and lower energy costs by installing energy-saving appliances and home upgrades...

GrantWatch ID#: 214374

Loans to USA Power Supply Providers to Construct, Expand, and Maintain Electric Distribution F...

Deadline: Ongoing

Loans to USA power supply providers, including nonprofit and for-profit organizations, Tribes, and government agencies to construct, expand, and maintain electric distribution facilities in rural areas. Funding is intended to improve electric service in rural area...

GrantWatch ID#: 214813

Loans to USA Corporations, Utility Districts, Nonprofits, and Agencies to Implement Energy Eff...

Deadline: Ongoing

Loans to USA and territories corporations, utility districts, cooperatives, nonprofits, and agencies to implement energy efficiency measures in rural areas. The loans are intended to fund upgrades and/or replacements that will provide small businesses and rural fa...

GrantWatch ID#: 214818

Grants to USA Nonprofits for Initiatives on Middle School Education and/or Solar Energy

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA nonprofit organizations for initiatives that have significant impact on either middle school education or solar energy in underserved communities. Applicants must contact the funding source prior to submitting a letter of intent. Funding is intended ...

GrantWatch ID#: 216878

Loans to California K-12 Schools for Renewable Energy Projects and Retrofits for Energy Effici...

Deadline: Ongoing

Loans to California K-12 schools for renewable energy projects and retrofits for energy efficiency. The program is intended to allow school districts, charter schools, state special schools, and county offices of education to make capital improvements. Eligible pr...

GrantWatch ID#: 220677

Grants to California Nonprofits, Educational Institutions, and Agencies for Community Greening...

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants of up to $2,500 to California nonprofit organizations, educational institutions, and government entities for community greening projects in eligible regions. Funding is intended for projects to improve energy efficiency and promote conservation. Projects mu...

GrantWatch ID#: 223125

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International Startups to Participate in an Accelerator Progr...

Deadline: Ongoing

Opportunity for USA, Canada, and International startups to participate in an accelerator program related to ocean protection and commercialization. In addition to a monetary investment from the funding source, participants will receive operational support, strateg...

GrantWatch ID#: 223259

Incentives to California Nonprofits and Agencies to Purchase or Lease Electric Vehicles

Deadline: Ongoing

Incentives to California nonprofit entities, government agencies, and residents in eligible counties for the purchase or lease of electric vehicles. Incentive amounts will be doubled for low-income residents. Eligible vehicles include new or used hydrogen-fueled, ...

GrantWatch ID#: 225044

Grants to USA and Canada Nonprofits for Environmental Protection Initiatives

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA and Canada grassroots nonprofit organizations for environmental protection initiatives in areas where the funding source has a presence. Funding is intended to support activities in the following focus areas: agricultural transformation, climate solu...

GrantWatch ID#: 228683

Grants to California Low-Income Households for Energy-Saving Home Improvement Projects

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to California low-income households for energy-saving home improvement projects. Priority is given to vulnerable populations, including families with young children, individuals with disabilities, and the elderly. The purpose of the program is to reduce fam...

GrantWatch ID#: 228838

Grants to USA Industry, Agencies, and IHEs for Resource and Energy Conservation Research

Deadline: Ongoing

Grants to USA industry groups, agencies, and IHEs for resource and energy conservation research. Applicants are advised that required registrations may take several weeks to complete. Funding is intended for a wide range of research topics including recycling, nan...

GrantWatch ID#: 228970