CEC Distributed Resources for Innovative Vehicle Electrification Strategies (DRIVES) GFO
October 17, 2025
November 21, 2025
Background and Award Information
The California Energy Commission has released a solicitation for projects that will deploy commercial electric vehicle charging infrastructure paired with behind-the-meter microgrids. Projects must be eligible for, and enroll in either Pacific Gas & Electric’s “Flex Connect” or Southern California Edison’s “Automated Load Control Management System” pilots. Approximately $12 million is available for grants awarded under this solicitation. Maximum funding amounts range from $3.75 to $4.5 million, depending on project type, with 30% required match share for all projects.
Important Dates
Applications are due November 21, 2025.
If you have any questions regarding this opportunity, please contact Morgan Cox ([email protected]).