This grant funding opportunity seeks to demonstrate innovative charging technologies and/or business models that address the unique needs of medium- and heavy-duty (MD/HD) vehicles and fleets. The solicitation is administered by the California Energy Commission's Fuels and Transportation Division under the Clean Transportation Program.
Applicants are expected to develop and propose solutions that advance the state's clean transportation goals by showcasing novel charging approaches specifically designed for medium- and heavy-duty vehicle applications. The initiative recognizes that MD/HD vehicles have distinct operational requirements and charging infrastructure needs compared to light-duty vehicles, and seeks demonstrations of technologies or business models that effectively address these specific challenges.
Key Dates:
- Release Date: May 8, 2023
- Pre-Application Workshop: May 18, 2023, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM (Remote Access Only)
- Questions Deadline: May 26, 2023, 11:59 PM
- Submission Deadline: November 3, 2023, 11:59 PM
- Last Awarded Date: January 9, 2024
The solicitation has been awarded, and interested parties should contact the Energy Commission agreement officer referenced in the Notice of Proposed Award cover letter for additional information or clarification on the program requirements.