Description
The EPIC Cost‑Share program provides up to $20 million in state cost‑share grants (maximum 50 % of a project’s total cost) to California entities that have already secured a federal award under an eligible FOA. Applicants must be registered with the California Secretary of State, submit a detailed project narrative, budget, CEQA compliance, and demonstrate that at least 25 % of EPIC funds benefit disadvantaged communities. The program focuses on applied R&D, technology demonstration, and market‑facilitation activities that advance California’s clean‑energy goals.
• Eligibility: public or private entities (excluding locally‑owned electric utilities) with a federal award and ability to provide ≥ 50 % match‑fund (cash or in‑kind).
• Funding limits: per‑FOA recommended CEC cost‑share ranges (e.g., $200 k–$750 k up to a $2 M cap); total pool $20 M.
• Requirements: CEQA review, prevailing‑wage compliance for public‑works, technology‑transfer allocation ≥ 5 % of CEC funds, and a detailed measurement‑and‑verification plan.
• Timeline: application submission via the CEC Grant Solicitation System by the FOA‑specific deadline, followed by verification of the federal award, CEC Letter of Intent, Business Meeting, and agreement execution; all work must be completed by 30 June 2031.