Charging and Refueling Infrastructure for Transport in California

The GFO-24-602: Charging and Refueling Infrastructure for Transport in California Provided Along Targeted Highway Segments (CRITICAL PATHS) 2.0 is an active grant funding opportunity from the California Energy Commission’s (CEC) Clean Transportation Program. This competitive grant offers up to $30 million for projects focused on designing, building, and operating publicly accessible zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) hydrogen refueling and charging infrastructure for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles. Target areas include priority populations, defined as disadvantaged or low-income communities, along designated highway corridors in California. Key Dates: Release Date: October 16, 2024 Submission Deadline: January 15, 2025, by 11:59 pm Questions Deadline: November 6, 2024, by 5:00 pm Applicants are required to submit proposals via the CEC’s new Energy Commission Agreement Management System (ECAMS). To apply, applicants must have or create a user account in ECAMS, and guidance is available through the User Registration Instructions. This funding aims to advance the infrastructure for MDHD ZEVs in priority communities, aligning with California’s goals for clean, accessible transportation solutions.