All eligible costs are listed in the 2017 Carl Moyer Guideline and include:
1. Cost of design and engineering
a. (i.e., labor, site preparation, Americans with Disabilities Act accessibility, signage).
2. Cost of equipment
a. (e.g., charging/fueling units, electrical parts, materials).
3. Cost of installation directly related to the construction of the station.
4. Meter/data loggers.
5. On-site power generation system that fuels or powers covered sources
a. (i.e., solar and wind power generation equipment).
6. Federal, Sales and other taxes
7. Shipping and deli​v​ery costs
Ineligible Costs:
1. Upgrades to existing infrastructure that do not increase output capacity
2. Fuel and energy costs.
3. Non-essential equipment hardware.
4. Operation cost
a. (e.g., operational fees, maintenance, repairs, improvements, spare parts).
5. Extended warranty.
6. Insurance.
7. Data collection and reporting.
8. Grantee administrative costs.
9. Travel/lodging.
10. Employee training and salaries.
11. Legal fees.
12. Real estate property purchases/leases.
13. Performance bond costs.
14. Construction management.
15. Stormwater plan costs.
16. Security costs.
17. Testing and soil sampling
18. Hazardous materials, including permitting, handling, and disposal.
Step 3: Submit your application!
Online applications will become available on June 24, 2024, and will need to be submitted electronically. Applicants are highly encouraged to start preparing now to ensure the best possible funding opportunities.
Other Resources:
California Energy Commission:
https://www.energy.ca.gov/programs-and-topics/programs
Sac to Zero:
https://sactozero.com/