The California Energy Commission (CEC) has launched a new $55-million program that offers rebates of up to 100% of the installation costs for EV fast chargers at businesses and public sites in the state.
The Fast Charge California Project is part of the California Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Project (CALeVIP), which has supported the deployment of nearly 10,000 EV chargers since 2017.
To qualify for incentives, sites must be publicly accessible, and offer DC fast charging. Up to 100% of the project cost may be covered, but awards are capped at $55,000 per port for chargers with capacities between 150 kW and 275 kW, and $100,000 per port for capacities over 275 kW.
Eligible locations include convenience stores, gas stations, retail centers, parking lots and other high-traffic destinations. Priority will be given to locations in tribal areas, disadvantaged communities and low-income communities—areas often underserved by fast charging infrastructure.
Before applying for incentives, charging projects must be ready to build, with a final utility service design and all required permits in hand. Applications will be accepted through October 29, 2025. Full eligibility requirements are available on the Fast Charge California Project web site.
“This is the biggest CALeVIP project ever. It’s the first to be statewide, and it’s the first to cover up to 100% of eligible costs,” said Hannon Rasool, Director of the CEC Fuels and Transportation Division.
“This program is designed to get fast chargers in the ground—fast,” said Evan Wright, Director of EV Infrastructure and Operations at the Center for Sustainable Energy, the program’s administrator.
Source: California Energy Commission