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Clean Energy Tax Provisions

Inflation Reduction Act 

The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 aims to lower energy costs, increase cleaner production, and reduce carbon emissions by 2030. These goals will be achieved through several tax provisions, including tax credits and loan programs. 

More information on key tax provisions for industries can be found to the right.

California Energy Design Assistance (CEDA)

The California Energy Design Assistance (CEDA) program promotes the electrification and decarbonization of new building construction or major renovation. CEDA works in collaboration with project teams to reduce energy demand, consumption, and carbon emissions.

CEDA offers incentives to help offset the costs of decarbonization measures, project design, and reward buildings of the future that implement high performance measures and electrification.

Information on CEDA eligibility can be found to the right.

    CEDA Eligibility

    California Energy Design Assistance is available for commercial, public, industrial, agriculture, and high-rise multifamily projects. To qualify, participating projects should meet energy design assistance eligibility requirements, including

    • In the early design phases

    • Located in a PG&E, SCE, SoCalGas, or SDG&E service territory with an eligible rate structure

    • Project team interest and committed to evaluating energy efficiency options

    • New construction or a major alteration

    • Owners pay/will pay the Public Purpose Program surcharge on the account where the Energy Efficiency (EE) measure are installed

    • No double-dipping incentives with other utility sponsored ratepayer energy efficiency programs for the same measures

    • Allow access to project site at project completion for verification of installed measures

    FY 2025 Vehicle Technologies Office Program - Wide Funding Opportunity

    National Energy Technology Laboratory 

    This funding opportunity supports research, development, demonstration, and deployment (RDD&D) activities that drive innovation to reduce the energy use and cost of transporting people and goods across the United States. The goal is to expand consumer and business choices, accelerate the adoption of advanced vehicle technologies, and enhance U.S. competitiveness. Expected outcomes include safer and more reliable batteries, more convenient travel, lower driving costs, higher vehicle and system efficiency, and a more resilient supply chain. 

    This NOFO (Notice of Funding Opportunity) invites proposals focused on innovative solutions for both on- and off-road vehicles. Priority areas include advancements in battery technologies for light- and heavy-duty vehicles, smart charging infrastructure, sustainable agriculture practices, workforce development, and the demonstration and deployment of these technologies. 

    Eligible applicants include U.S.-based: 

    • Institutions of higher education 

    • For-profit organizations 

    • Nonprofit organizations 

    • State and local governments 

    • Indian Tribes (as defined in 25 U.S.C. § 53041) 

    • Consortia comprising any of the above entities 

       

      Application Deadline: July 18, 2025 

     

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    Inland SoCal for Advanced Manufacturing

    A National Department of Energy Initiative to Attract Clean Energy Manufacturers in Southern California

    The Inland SoCal for Advanced Manufacturing initiative led by Blended Impact is comprised of a consortium across economic development, education, research institutions, trade organizations, local and state government, labor, and nonprofit community benefit organizations all focused on increasing economic development activity in the two-county footprint of Inland Empire, California by attracting at least one clean energy manufacturer during the 2024-2025 period.

     

    The consortium is working to grow a clean energy hub in Inland Southern California and have a range of programs and incentives to help you expand. 

     

    Advanced manufacturing companies can take advantage of the following incentives: 

    • Free technical assistance and additional resources from partner organizations including incentive navigation and site selection assistance.
    • Robust State of California incentives including potential tax credits and grants
    • Up to $25,000 in expansion assistance to qualified companies
    • Opportunity to participate In SoCal Accelerate Hub programs for statewide recognition.
    • Opportunity for national recognition as part of a DOE initiative 

     

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    Bipartisan Infrastructure Law

    Infrastructure Investment Jobs Act (IIJA)

    The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, officially known as the Infrastructure Investment Jobs Act (IIJA), is a landmark legislation that represents a significant federal investment on rebuilding America’s competitiveness and infrastructure through a wide range of projects. A huge allocation in the investment is dedicated to upgrading the country’s power infrastructure and funding new programs to support the deployment of clean energy technologies, accelerating our transition to a zero-carbon emission economy. 

    Click the link below to visit the Department of Energy’s website and view all available solicitations and funding opportunities relating to clean energy.

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    California Energy Commission

    Energy Partnership Program

    The California Energy Commission’s Energy Partnership Program assists in implementing energy-saving solutions for buildings and new construction projects with the goal of reducing energy costs. 

    This program offers technical support by covering up to $20,000 of consulting fees with experienced engineering and architectural consultants. The cost of a study depends on the facility size, type, and scope of the project. If the cost of the study exceeds $20,000, the applicant may opt to share in the cost or reduce the scope.

    Applicants from the following agencies are eligible to apply: 

    • Cities

    • Counties

    • County Offices of Education

    • Special districts

    • Public hospitals

    • Public care facilities

    • Public Colleges or Universities

    The program is continuously open with no final filing date. However, program funds are limited, so filing promptly helps increase the chance of receiving assistance. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

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    California Competes Tax Credit

    Income Tax Credit

    The California Competes Tax Credit (CCTC) is an income tax credit available designed to attract businesses that want to locate in California or stay and grow in California. Administered by the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz), this incentive is available for businesses of any industry, size, or location compete for over $180 million available in tax credits by applying in one of the three application periods each year.

    For fiscal year 2025-2026, GO-Biz will accept applications for the California Competes Tax Credit during the following periods:

    • July 21, 2025 – August 11, 2025
    • January 5, 2026 – January 26, 2026
    • March 2, 2026 – March 16, 2026

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    Sales and Use Tax Exclusion (STE) Program for California Manufacturers

    Incentives For Cutting-Edge Companies in Alternative Energy and Advanced Transportation

    The STE Program offers tax exclusions for California manufacturers purchasing products, components, or systems, helping to reduce costs and promote innovation. Administered by the California Alternative Energy and Advanced Transportation Financing Authority (CAEATFA), the program supports the state’s mission to incentivize cutting-edge companies in alternative energy and advanced transportation. These businesses drive economic growth by creating tens of thousands of high-paying, permanent jobs. The program is authorized through 2025.

    Application Periods:

    Applications must be submitted by noon PT on the last day of the following periods:

                    •              December 13, 2024 – January 30, 2025

                    •              June 27, 2025 – July 11, 2025

                    •              September 26, 2025 – October 10, 2025

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    Carbon Capture Demonstration Projects Program 

    Carbon Capture Demonstration Projects Program

    The U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations (OCED), in partnership with the Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management (FECM) and the National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL), has released a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to support integrated carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS) projects. The goal of this NOFO is to catalyze large-scale investment in low-carbon energy and industrial sectors by enhancing funding in established areas and expanding CCUS deployment across new markets.  

    Eligible applicants include: 

    • County, state, and local governments 

    • City or township governments 

    • Special district government 

    • Native American tribal governments (federally recognized) 

    • Nonprofit organizations (with or without 501(c)(3) status) 

    • For-profit organizations, including small businesses 

    • Public and private institutions of higher education 
       

    Application Deadline: July 1, 2025 

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    California Sustainable Energy

    Entrepreneur Development Initiative (CalSEED) 

    The California Sustainable Energy Entrepreneur Development Initiative (CalSEED) provides crucial funding and support to innovators and entrepreneurs aiming to bring early-stage clean energy concepts to market.

    CalSEED focuses on helping early-stage entrepreneurs develop projects that address clean energy, efficiency, and storage needs, with a strong emphasis on equity. The initiative ensures that these technologies are designed to benefit California's most vulnerable populations.

      About CalSEED

      As the first step in California’s innovation pipeline, the program incubates energy concepts and readies them for investment and deployment by providing:

      • Targeted professional development services including mentorship with seasoned professionals, legal counsel, expert guidance, and training to support technology refinements, market development, and commercialization.

      • Direct, non-dilutive grant-based funding to advance clean energy innovations to commercialization ($200K for Concept Awards, and a $500K Prototype Award to winners of the annual Business Plan Competition).

      • Access to key accelerator and incubator programs and test facilities.

      • Enhanced access to private capital.

      CalSEED is open to applications from individuals, businesses, and nonprofits working on early-stage innovations, ranging from initial concepts to basic prototypes. The program specifically targets hardware, software, or integrated solutions that are at Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) 2-4, as defined by the U.S. Department of Energy.

       

      Self-Generation Incentive Program

      Supporting Businesses with Rebates

      The Self-Generation Incentive Program (SGIP) supports businesses with rebates for installing energy storage technology at non-residential facilities. These storage technologies include battery storage systems that can function during a power outage. 

      The “Equity” and “Equity Resiliency” SGIP rebates lower the cost of energy storage technology to almost, if not completely, free of cost. 

      Depending on which category a customer is eligible for, they can receive $850 per kilowatt hour under the “Equity” Category or $1,000 per kilowatt-hour under the “Equity Resilience” Category. These rebate amounts can cover most, if not all, of the costs associated with installing an energy storage system.

       

        About SGIP

        Local Program Administrators are conducting robust outreach on SGIP in Riverside County. Depending on your utility provider, reach out to the local program administrator to learn more about eligibility and incentive levels: 

        Contact Us

        Kimberly Wright
        Economic Development Manager 
        Riverside County Office of Economic Development 

        Email: [email protected]