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Find similar grantsA statewide competitive grant program to fund clean-energy community microgrids in disadvantaged and vulnerable communities. It allocates project funding for the design and development of multi-customer, front-of-the-meter community microgrids.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Projects can serve as a model for communities across California to use local renewable energy and long-duration storage to improve resilience. Specific eligibility would be through the administering utility companies. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $14 million per project. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Microgrid Incentive Program (MIP) is funded by California Public Utilities Commission (administered by PG&E, Southern California Edison, San Diego Gas and Electric). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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Microgrid Incentive Program (MIP) is sponsored by California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC). The Microgrid Incentive Program provides funding for clean energy microgrids to support the critical needs of vulnerable communities impacted by grid outages and to test new technologies or regulatory approaches. The program aims to increase electricity reliability and resiliency. It allocates funds for Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), Southern California Edison (SCE), and San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) service territories.
Connecticut Microgrid Incentive Program is a grant from the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) that funds microgrid development to maintain power for critical facilities during electrical grid outages. Established under Public Act 12-148 in response to severe weather events causing widespread outages, the program provides grants of up to $500 per kW to eligible projects. Critical facilities as defined by state law include hospitals, police stations, fire stations, and other essential public safety buildings. Eligible applicants include residents, businesses, and local governments in Connecticut. There is currently no open Request for Applications. Interested parties should monitor the DEEP website for future funding rounds.
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Read articleThe Rural Utilities Service published the ARC Program on September 14, 2026. Same IRA Section 22004 authority that carried the $9.7 billion New ERA program, redirected to nuclear power supply and transmission efficiency. Letters of Interest open October 19 and close November 20.
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