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Clean Transportation Program Hydrogen Infrastructure Project Opportunity (HIPO) (GFO-25-607) is sponsored by California Energy Commission. This grant opportunity funds the deployment of hydrogen refueling infrastructure for light-, medium-, and/or heavy-duty on-road fuel cell electric vehicles.
Applicants may propose new hydrogen refueling stations, reopening temporarily non-operational stations, or supplemental funding for previously awarded stations that are fully permitted but lack capital to finish construction. Operations & Maintenance (O&M) funding is also available as an add-on.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Not explicitly stated for small businesses, but the program funds hydrogen refueling infrastructure. Open to public and private entities. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $45,000,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
The published deadline was July 20, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Clean Transportation Program Hydrogen Infrastructure Project Opportunity (HIPO) (GFO-25-607) is funded by California Energy Commission. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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