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Key commercial EV incentives to take advantage of in California
PowerFlex’s team of policy and incentives experts have identified these high-priority programs that maximize savings for customers.
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Browse the full list of incentive programs available in your area that can significantly reduce your EV charging implementation costs.
State EV Rebates, Tax Credits, Grants, and Incentives in California
County EV Rebates, Tax Credits, Grants, and Incentives in California
Utility EV Rebates, Tax Credits, Grants, and Incentives in California
Zipcode EV Rebates, Tax Credits, Grants, and Incentives in California
EV Incentives by Use Case
Unsure about the right programs for you? Learn which incentives apply to your specific needs.
Fleet
Common Use Cases
Depot Charging
Overnight Level 2 for light-duty fleets; targeted DCFC for turn-back or midday top-ups.
Route Reliability
Smart scheduling and load management to ensure vehicles are ready for first shift.
Cost Control
Minimize make-ready and service upgrade costs; optimize charging against tariffs.
Scalability
Build a phased roadmap that aligns infrastructure with fleet rollout.
Incentives Leveraged
Utility Make-Ready + Per-Port Rebates
Covered site work and per-connector incentives for Level 2/DCFC.
Rate Programs and Demand Relief
Preferential EV rates, demand charge alternatives, and managed charging credits.
Air District and State Grants
Funding for depot charging, with adders for priority/disadvantaged areas.
Federal Tax Credits
Credits for qualifying commercial charging equipment; stack where allowed.
Parking
Common Use Cases
Public Access Charging
Add revenue-generating Level 2 in garages and lots; DCFC in high-turnover locations.
Tenant/Visitor Amenities
Increase occupancy and customer satisfaction with visible EVSE.
Load Management
Avoid panel upgrades by dynamically allocating power across ports.
Monetization
Flexible pricing, dwell-time strategies, and integrations with PARCS.
Incentives Leveraged
Utility EVSE Rebates and Make-Ready
Per-port incentives and covered site work where available.
Local/County Funds
Programs targeting public-access charging in urban cores.
Air District Grants
Competitive awards for Level 2 and DCFC; higher awards in priority areas.
Federal Tax Credits
Equipment credits for commercial chargers.
Municipalities
Common Use Cases
Public and Workplace Charging
Serve residents, visitors, and municipal fleets with mixed L2/DCFC.
Grant-Funded Deployments
Align project scopes with grant scoring for equity, access, and emissions reduction.
Budget Predictability
Leverage incentives to stretch capital across multiple sites and districts.
Resilience
Keep critical charging available during outages with smart controls.
Incentives Leveraged
State and Air District Grants
Funding prioritizing public access, equity zones, and municipal fleets.
Utility Programs
Make-ready for city-owned sites; per-port incentives for L2/DCFC.
Federal Funding
Credits for charging equipment; potential formula/competitive grants.
Local Programs
County/city allocations for curbside, parks, and public lots.
Universities
Common Use Cases
Campus-Wide Charging
Faculty, student, and visitor charging across lots/garages with smart balancing.
Fleet and Shuttle Electrification
Depot charging for campus operations and transit fleets.
Access and Policy
Permit-based pricing, time-of-use strategies, and occupancy analytics.
Sustainability Leadership
Progress toward climate commitments and mobility goals.
Incentives Leveraged
Utility Make-Ready + EVSE Rebates
Infrastructure support and per-port funding for Level 2/DCFC.
Air District Grants
Awards for public-access and fleet charging, with equity adders where applicable.
Federal Tax Credits
Eligible equipment credits for institutional deployments.
Local/Regional Programs
Targeted funds for education and public-access sites.
Healthcare Facilities
Common Use Cases
Patient and Staff Charging
Reliable Level 2 across visitor and employee parking; reserved access where needed.
Critical Operations
Redundant controls and uptime SLAs for hospital-grade reliability.
Wayfinding and Accessibility
ADA-compliant layouts and clear signage for ease of use.
Cost and Capacity
Load management to avoid upgrades in constrained electrical rooms.
Incentives Leveraged
Utility EVSE Programs
Per-port rebates and make-ready for hospital campuses.
Air District/Local Grants
Funding for public-access and workforce charging.
Federal Tax Credits
Commercial charging equipment credits; potential stacking where allowed.
Rate Optimization
EV-friendly tariffs and managed charging credits where offered.
Workplaces
Common Use Cases
Employee Amenity
Tenant attraction/retention with reliable Level 2; optional dedicated bays.
Portfolio Scalability
Standardized hardware, software, and billing across multiple assets.
Cost Recovery
Flexible pricing models and pass-through billing for tenants.
Electrical Efficiency
Dynamic load sharing to maximize ports without major upgrades.
Incentives Leveraged
Utility Make-Ready and Per-Port Rebates
Reduce capex for multi-tenant office properties.
Local Programs
Funds targeting commuter charging and business districts.
Federal Tax Credits
Credits for qualifying workplace chargers.
Rate Programs
Time-of-use strategies and demand relief options where offered.
Multifamily
Common Use Cases
Resident Charging
Assigned or shared Level 2 in garages/lots with reservation tools.
Fair Billing
Driver-specific pricing and submetering to allocate costs accurately.
Space and Power Constraints
Use load management to expand capacity without panel upgrades.
Property Value and Leasing
EV amenities to increase NOI and reduce vacancy.
Incentives Leveraged
Utility MUD-Focused Programs
Higher per-port incentives and make-ready for multifamily properties.
Local/State Grants
Funds prioritizing equitable access and shared housing.
Federal Tax Credits
Credits for commercial-grade charging equipment.
Rate Options
EV tariffs to minimize operating costs.
Hospitality
Common Use Cases
Guest Experience
EV charging as a premium amenity; attract higher-value bookings and events.
Public Access Revenue
Open select ports to the public during off-peak to drive ancillary revenue.
Brand and Sustainability
Promote green credentials across flags and independent properties.
Site Constraints
Compact footprints with smart load sharing to avoid costly upgrades.
Incentives Leveraged
Utility EVSE Rebates + Make-Ready
Per-port support for hotel and resort sites.
Local Tourism/Economic Programs
Grants prioritizing visitor-serving infrastructure.
Air District Grants
Awards for public-access L2 and DCFC in destination areas.
Federal Tax Credits
Equipment credits to reduce upfront capex.
Key State Organizations
Understand the major players who create and influence climate action policies in California.
Relevant Organizations:
California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC)
California Energy Commission (CEC)
California Building Standards Commission (CBSC)
Investor-Owned Utilities:
Bear Valley Electric Service (BVES)
P.O. Box 1547
42020 Garstin Road
Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
(909) 866-4678 (tel)
Liberty Utilities (a.k.a. CalPeco for California Pacific Electric Co.)
933 Eloise Ave
South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
800.782.2506 (tel)
Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E)
77 Beale Street
San Francisco, CA 94105
(415) 973-7000 (tel)
Publicly Owned Utilities:
Alameda Municipal Power
P.O. Box H
2000 Grand Street
Alameda, CA 94501-0263
510.748.3905 (tel)
Anaheim, City of Public Utilities Department
Anaheim City Hall West
201 South Anaheim Blvd., Suite 802
Anaheim, CA 92805
714.765.5156 (tel)
Azusa Light and Water
P.O. Box 9500
729 North Azusa Avenue
Azusa, CA 91702
Real-World Examples from California Businesses
Common Questions about Commercial EV Incentives in California
Does location matter when looking for potential incentives?
What’s the difference between “Rebate Type” options?
What does “Max Rebate” mean?
What are the differences in rebate amounts between programs?
Can you stack incentives for a given project?
What’s the difference between application types and windows?
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