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Low Emission Truck and Bus Purchase Vouchers

Through the Hybrid and Zero Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP) and Low NOx Engine Incentives, the California Air Resources Board provides vouchers to eligible fleets to reduce the incremental cost of qualified electric, hybrid, or natural gas trucks and buses at the time of purchase. Vouchers are available on a first-come, first-served basis and range from $2,000 to $315,000. Only fleets that operate vehicles in California are eligible. Voucher amounts vary depending on whether the vehicles are located in a disadvantaged community. For more information, including a list of qualified vehicles and other requirements, see the HVIP website.

Plug-In Hybrid and Zero Emission Light-Duty Vehicle Rebates

The Clean Vehicle Rebate Project (CVRP) offers rebates for the purchase or lease of qualified vehicles. Qualified vehicles are light-duty zero emission vehicles and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) the California Air Resources Board (ARB) has approved or certified. The rebates are for up to $4,500 for fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs), $2,000 for plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs), $1,000 for PHEVs, and $750 for zero emission motorcycles. Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis to individuals, business owners, and government entities in California that purchase or lease new eligible vehicles. Residents of San Diego County may be eligible for a preapproved rebate through the CVRP Rebate Now pilot. Manufacturers must apply to ARB to have their vehicles included in the CVRP.

• $150,000 for single filers
• $204,000 for head-of-household filers
• $300,000 for joint filers

Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Rebate - LADWP

The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) provides rebates to commercial customers toward the purchase of Level 2 EVSE. Commercial customers who purchase and install EVSE for employee and public use can receive up to $5,000 for each charger, with up to $750 in additional rebate funds per extra charge port. Eligible customers may qualify for up to 40 rebate awards depending on the number of parking spaces at the installation site. EVSE must be installed within the LADWP service area. Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis through June 30, 2021, or until funds are exhausted. For program guidelines and application materials, see the Charge Up L.A.! website.

Ethanol and Renewable Diesel Volume Rebate Program - Propel Fuels

Propel Fuels offers a rebate to qualified fleet customers for monthly purchases of more than 500 gallons of E85 (flex fuel) and renewable diesel. Fleet customers must purchase the fuel directly from Propel public retail locations using the Propel CleanDrive Fleet Card. The program offers a rebate of $0.03 per gallon for purchases of less than 1,000 gallons of biofuel per month, and $0.05 per gallon for purchases of 1,000 gallons or more per month. The rebate is applied at the end of each monthly billing cycle. For more information, see the Propel Clean Fleet Solution website.

Alternative Fuel and Advanced Vehicle Rebate - San Joaquin Valley

The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District (SJVAPCD) administers the Drive Clean! Rebate Program, which provides rebates for the purchase or lease of eligible new vehicles, including qualified natural gas, hydrogen fuel cell, propane, all-electric, plug-in electric vehicles, and zero emission motorcycles. The program offers rebates of up to $3,000, which are available on a first-come, first-served basis for residents and businesses located in the SJVAPCD. For more information, including a list of eligible vehicles and other requirements, see the SJVAPCD Drive Clean! Rebate Program website.

Plug-In Hybrid and Zero Emission Light-Duty Public Fleet Vehicle Fleet Rebates

The Clean Vehicle Rebate Project (CVRP) offers rebates to eligible state and local public entities for the purchase of qualified light-duty fleet vehicles. The rebates are for up to $3,500 for plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, $4,500 for plug-in electric vehicles, and $7,000 for fuel-cell electric vehicles the California Air Resources Board (ARB) has certified. Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Manufacturers must apply to ARB to have their vehicles considered for rebate eligibility. Each entity may receive up to 30 rebates annually and cannot receive CVRP incentives for the same vehicle. Public fleets located in disadvantaged communities are eligible for increased incentives. Funding is only available for qualified fleets located in disadvantaged communities (verified October 2019). For more information, including a list of eligible vehicles, locations, and entities, see the For Public Fleets website. (Reference California Health and Safety Code 44274 and 44258)

Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Loan and Rebate Program

The Electric Vehicle Charging Station Financing Program (Program), part of the California Capital Access Program (CalCAP), provides loans for the design, development, purchase, and installation of EVSE at small business locations in California. The Program may provide up to 100% coverage to lenders on certain loan defaults. Lenders must apply to the California Pollution Control Financing Authority (CPCFA) to participate and enroll each qualified EVSE loan through CalCAP. Upon approval, CPCFA will pay a premium into the lender's loan loss reserve account for up to 20% of the loan amount and contribute an additional 10% for installations in multi-unit dwellings and disadvantaged communities.

Small businesses are eligible for a rebate of 50% of the loan loss reserve amount after the small business repays the loan in full or meets monthly payment deadlines over a 48-month period. Eligible borrowers must be small businesses with 1,000 or fewer employees and must maintain legal control of the EVSE for the entire loan period. The maximum loan amount is $500,000 per qualified small business and can be insured for up to four years.

The California Energy Commission funds the Program. For more information, including EVSE technical requirements and eligibility requirements for both borrowers and lenders, see the Program website.

Natural Gas Vehicle (NGV) Incentives

The Institute of Transportation Studies at University of California Irvine administers the Natural Gas Vehicle Incentive Project (NGVIP) to provide funding for qualified NGVs. Eligible vehicles include new on-road natural gas light-, medium-, or heavy-duty vehicles that are fully warrantied and meet California Air Resources Board requirements. Each applicant must complete a NGVIP reservation form and receive a confirmed reservation before purchasing an eligible NGV. Each applicant may apply for up to 30 incentives. Vehicles must operate on natural gas at least 90% of the time for three years after purchase. Incentives are available on a first-come, first-serviced basis and the amounts are based on the NGV's gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) as follows:

The California Energy Commission Clean Transportation Program funds the NGVIP. Funding availability is based on confirmed reservations. For more information, including vehicle eligibility requirements and exclusions, see the NGVIP website.

Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) and Charging Incentives - Sonoma Clean Power

Qualified Sonoma Clean Power (SCP) customers are eligible to receive a free EVSE that can be connected to Wi-Fi and communicate with the SCP GridSavvy Community. Customers are responsible for shipping and installation costs. Customers may also receive $5 per month for connecting the EVSE to the GridSavvy Community. Other terms and conditions may apply. For more information, including frequently asked questions, see SCP's GridSavvy website.

Plug-In Electric Vehicle (PEV) Rebate - PG&E

Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) provides rebates of $800 to residential customers who purchase or lease an eligible PEV. Residential account holders may apply on behalf of a PEV owner in their household or their tenant in a multifamily household with the vehicle owner's permission. For more information, including additional eligibility requirements and how to apply, see the PG&E Clean Fuel Rebate website.

Residential Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Incentives - SMUD

Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) offers residential customers a $599 rebate or a free Level 2 (240 volt) EVSE. Rebates or chargers are available to SMUD residential customers with the purchase or lease of a new plug-in electric vehicle (PEV). To be eligible for the rebate or charger, completed applications must be postmarked within 180 days of the date of purchase or lease of the PEV. Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, including the rebate application, please see SMUD's PEV Incentive website.

Plug-In Electric Vehicle (PEV) Rebate - SCE

Southern California Edison's (SCE) Clean Fuel Reward Program provides rebates of up to $1,000 to residential customers who purchase or lease an eligible new or used PEV. Residential account holders may apply on behalf of a PEV owner in their household. For more information, including additional eligibility requirements and how to apply, see the SCE Clean Fuel Reward Program website.

Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Credit - PG&E

Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) administers the Clean Fuel Rebate program, which offers an annual bill credit for CNG account holders that purchase CNG as a transportation fuel from a PG&E station. Customers must have an active CNG transportation fueling account. The program is available through 2023, or until funds are exhausted. Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, see the Clean Fuel Rebate website.

Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Rebate - South Coast and MSRC

The South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) and the Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee's (MSRC) Residential Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Incentive Pilot Program offers rebates of up to $250 towards the purchase of a qualified residential Level 2 EVSE. Additional rebates of up to $250 are available for low-income residents. Funding is available on a first-come, first-served basis to residents within the SCAQMD jurisdiction. Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, including application guidelines, see the Residential EV Charging Incentive Pilot Program website.

Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Rebate - Burbank Water and Power (BWP)

BWP provides rebates to commercial and residential customers toward the purchase of Level 2 EVSE. Commercial customers who purchase and install EVSE can receive up to $2,000 for each charger and up to four rebates per fiscal year. Residential customers who install a charger can receive up to $500 and will be placed on BWP's time-of-use electric rate. Applications must be submitted no later than four months from the date of purchase. Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are exhausted. For program guidelines and application materials, see the Charging Station Rebate website.

Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Rebate - Fresno County

The Fresno County Incentive Project (FCIP), funded by the California Energy Commission, offers rebates of up to $4,000 for single port EVSE and up to $7,000 for dual port EVSE toward the purchase and installation of the unit. Eligible applicants include businesses, non-profit organizations, or government entities based in California, or with a California-based affiliate, as well as property owners or entities with property owner authorization to install EVSE. Qualifying installation sites are commercial, workplace, multi-unit dwelling, or public facilities located in Fresno County. Funding is not currently available at this time (Verified February 2020). For more information, see the FCIP website.

Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Rebate - Southern California

The Southern California Incentive Project (SCIP), funded by the California Energy Commission as part of the California Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Project (CALeVIP), offers rebates of up to $70,000 per direct current (DC) fast charger for installations at new sites and 75% of total project costs, up to $40,000, per DC fast charger for installations at replacement or make-ready sites. Installations in disadvantaged communities are eligible for rebates for 80% of the total project cost, up to $80,000, per DC fast charger, regardless of installation site type.

Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and applicants must reserve rebates prior to purchasing and installing EVSE. Eligible applicants include businesses, non-profit organizations, California Native American Tribes listed with the Native American Heritage Commission, or public or government entities. Qualifying installation sites must be accessible 24 hours a day and be located in Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County, or San Bernardino County. For more information, including funding availability, see the SCIP website.

Multi-Unit Dwelling (MUD) and Workplace Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Incentives - PG&E

Pacific Gas & Electric's (PG&E) Electric Vehicle (EV) Charge Network Program provides installation support and funding for multi-unit dwellings and workplaces in the PG&E territory to install PG&E approved EVSE in parking areas. To qualify, facilities must equip at least ten adjoining parking spaces with EVSE. Eligible expenses include the cost of installation and a portion of the EVSE unit cost, up to $1,500 per port. For more information, including funding availability, see the PG&E EV Charge Network Program website.

Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Rebate for Businesses - SCE

Southern California Edison's (SCE) Charge Ready Program offers rebates for commercial customers toward the purchase and installation of a minimum of ten Level 1 or Level 2 EVSE, or a minimum of five Level 1 or Level 2 EVSE in disadvantaged communities. To qualify, customers must own, lease, or operate a site where vehicles are typically parked for at least four hours. Eligible expenses include the costs associated with electrical upgrades and part or all of the costs of the EVSE and installation. Rebate amounts vary. Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, including funding availability, see the Charge Ready Program website.

Residential Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Rebate - Pasadena Water and Power (PWP)

PWP provides rebates of $600 for residential customers toward the installation of a WiFi enabled EVSE, or $200 toward the installation of a non-WiFi enabled EVSE. Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, including how to apply, see the PWP Residential Electric Vehicle and Charger Incentive Program website.

Plug-In Electric Vehicle (PEV) Rebate - Pasadena Water and Power (PWP)

PWP provides rebates of $250 to residential customers who purchase or lease an eligible new or used PEV. An additional $250 is available for eligible PEVs purchased or leased from a Pasadena dealership. Customers participating in PWP's income-qualifying programs may also qualify for an additional $250 rebate, for a total of $750. Rebates are available for PEVs purchased or leased on or after August 1, 2018. Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, see the PWP Residential Electric Vehicle and Charger Incentive Program website.

Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Rebate - Antelope Valley

The Antelope Valley Air Quality Management District’s (AVAQMD) AFV Program offers rebates of up to $1,000 to residents toward the purchase or lease of a new AFV. Additional rebates of up to $1,500 are available for income-eligible residents. Qualifying technologies include, but are not limited to, all-electric, plug-in hybrid electric, and compressed natural gas. AFVs purchased or leased outside of the AVAQMD jurisdiction are eligible for half of the rebate amount. For more information, including how to apply, see the AVAQMD AFV Program website.

Clean Vehicle Rebate - El Dorado County

The El Dorado County Air Quality Management District (AQMD) offers rebates of up to $1,000 to residents toward the purchase or lease of a new zero emission vehicle (ZEV) or partial-ZEV, as defined by the California Air Resources Board. To qualify, vehicles must be owned or leased for at least three years within El Dorado County. For more information, see the AQMD Grants and Incentives website.

Vehicle Emissions Reduction Incentives - San Joaquin Valley

The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District (SJVAPCD) administers the Vanpool Voucher Incentive Program (VVIP), which provides funding for residents to participate in vanpools and reduce or replace single occupant vehicle commutes in the San Joaquin Valley. Residents may receive up to $360 per year. Vanpool agencies interested in participating in the program must submit an application to SJVAPCD and sign a contract to become a VVIP partner. For more information, see the SJVAPCD VVIP website.

Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Rebates for Businesses - SMUD

Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) offers rebates to commercial customers for the purchase and installation of Level 2 EVSE and direct current (DC) fast chargers at their workplace or multi-unit dwelling (MUD). Eligible applicants may receive up to $80,000 per DC fast charger, $5,500 per connector for a Level 2 EVSE installed at workplaces, and $6,500 per connector for a Level 2 EVSE installed at MUDs. Installations located in disadvantaged communities are eligible for increased rebate amounts. For more information, including eligibility requirements and how to apply, see the SMUD Business Electric Vehicles and Sacramento County Incentive Project websites.

Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Rebate - Alameda Municipal Power (AMP)

AMP provides rebates of up to $800 to residential customers and up to $5,000 to commercial customers toward the purchase of Level 2 EVSE. Customers may apply for multiple rebates at a time. Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, see the AMP Electric Vehicles website.

Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Rebates - Anaheim Public Utilities (APU)

APU provides rebates of up to $500 for residential, commercial, and industrial customers for the purchase and installation of EVSE at their home or business. Customers are eligible for up to five rebates.

APU offers rebates to commercial, industrial, and municipal customers of up to $5,000 per charger to purchase or install publicly-available Level 2 EVSE, or up to $10,000 to purchase or install Level 2 EVSE at schools or affordable housing, or publicly-available direct current (DC) fast chargers. Rebates are limited to a maximum of four EVSE per customer per year. Additional terms and conditions apply.

APU will also pay for any associated permit fees. For more information, including how to apply, see the Personal EV Charger Rebate and Public EV Charger Rebate websites.

Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Rebate - Glendale Water and Power (GWP)

GWP provides rebates to commercial and residential customers toward the purchase of Level 2 EVSE. Commercial or multi-unit dwelling customers who purchase and install EVSE can receive up to $2,000 for each charger and up to four rebates. Residential customers who install a charger can receive up to $500. Applications must be submitted no later than four months from the date of purchase. Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are exhausted. For program guidelines and application materials, see the GWP Electric Vehicles website.

Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Rebate - Sacramento County

The Sacramento County Incentive Project (SCIP), funded by the California Energy Commission as part of the California Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Project (CALeVIP), offers rebates in the following amounts for installations at new, replacement, or make-ready sites:

Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and applicants must reserve rebates prior to purchasing and installing EVSE. Eligible applicants include businesses, California Native American Tribes listed with the Native American Heritage Commission, or government entities. Qualifying installation sites must be located in Sacramento County and DC fast charger installations must be publicly accessible 24 hours a day. Additional site requirements apply. For more information, including funding availability, see the SCIP website.

Commercial Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Rebate - Pasadena Water and Power (PWP)

PWP provides rebates of $3,000 per port for commercial, workplace, multi-unit dwelling (MUD), and fleet customers for the installation of networked Level 2 EVSE, or rebates of $1,500 per port for non-networked Level 2 EVSE. PWP also provides rebates of $6,000 for the installation of direct-current (DC) fast EVSE or Level 2 EVSE installed at select sites. Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, including how to apply, see the PWP Commercial Electric Vehicle and Charger Incentive Program website.

Used Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) Incentive - Peninsula Clean Energy (PCE)

PCE and Peninsula Family Service (PFS) offer $4,000 to qualified San Mateo County residents to be used as a down payment for the purchase of a used PHEV. To be eligible, San Mateo County residents must meet maximum annual income requirements, be able to charge the PHEV at home or work, and qualify for a PFS vehicle loan. Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, see the DriveForward Electric website.

All-Electric Vehicle (EV) Rebate - MCE

The MCEv Program offers a $3,500 rebate for the purchase or lease of a new EV for income-qualifying customers. To be eligible for the rebate, an applicant must live in MCE’s service area, be a MCE customer, and meet at least one of the qualifying income requirements. For more information, including how to apply, see the MCE EV Rebates website.

Multi-Unit Dwelling (MUD) and Workplace Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Rebate - MCE

MCE provides installation support and funding for installation of approved EVSE at MUD and workplaces in MCE territory. To qualify, facilities must install at least two charging ports. Eligible expenses include the cost of installation and a portion of the EVSE unit cost, up to $3,000 per port. For more information, including how to apply and eligible EVSE, see the MCE Electric Vehicle Charging & Rates website.

Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Rebate - Azusa Light & Water

Azusa Light & Water offers a $150 rebate to customers for the purchase of an ENERGY STAR certified Level 2 EVSE. For more information, see Azusa’s Plug-in Electric Vehicles website.

Used Plug-in Electric Vehicle (PEV) Rebate Program - LADWP

The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) offers rebates up to $1,500 to residential electric customers for the purchase of eligible used PEVs. Additional terms and conditions apply. For program guidelines and application materials, see the Charge Up L.A.! website.

Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Incentives for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Fleets - PG&E

Pacific Gas & Electric’s (PG&E) EV Fleet Program offers competitive incentives to facilitate the installation of EVSE for medium- and heavy-duty vehicle fleets. PG&E offers dedicated electrical infrastructure design and construction services and reduced costs for electrical infrastructure work. Entities eligible to receive rebates for the purchase and installation of new EVSE include schools, transit agencies, and disadvantaged communities. Rebates are available in the following amounts:

Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, see the PG&E EV Fleet Program website.

Electric Vehicle (EV) Incentives for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Fleets - PG&E

Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) offers rebates for the purchase of electric fleet vehicles. Applicants are limited to 25 vehicle rebates per site. EV rebates are available in the following amounts:

Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, including eligibility requirements, see the PG&E EV Fleet Program website.

Plug-In Electric Vehicle (PEV) Rebates for Fleet Vehicles (SMUD)

Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) offers rebates to businesses for the purchase of new commercial light-, medium-, and heavy-duty PEVs. Rebates are available in the following amounts:

Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, including how to apply, see the SMUD Business Electric Vehicle website.