GFO-24-612 Depot Charging and Hydrogen Refueling Infrastructure for Zero-Emission Medium- and Heavy-Duty On-Road, Off-Road, and Specialty Vehicles

The California Energy Commission's Clean Transportation Program has announced a competitive grant opportunity with a total funding pool of up to $20 million to support the deployment of depot charging stations and hydrogen refueling infrastructure. The focus of this initiative is to facilitate the adoption of zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty vehicles across various sectors, including on-road, off-road, and specialty vehicles, by providing the necessary infrastructure to enable their widespread use. The solicitation aims to accelerate California’s transition to cleaner transportation options by funding projects that expand the availability of charging and refueling facilities in the state. Proposals are due by July 11, 2025, and the program is open to organizations classified under the Small, Local, and Emerging Business (SLED) category, with a contract size ranging from $200,000 to $20 million. Interested applicants can find more details and submit their proposals through the designated online portal. The primary contact for this solicitation is Brad Worster, reachable via email at [email hidden] or by phone at [phone hidden]. This initiative underscores California’s commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting sustainable transportation infrastructure to support zero-emission vehicle adoption statewide.