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PowerForward Grant Program is sponsored by CALSTART / California Energy Commission. PowerForward is California's equity-first, market-accelerating, Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) battery-manufacturing infrastructure grant program. It offers up to $35 million in grant funds with a focus on environmental impact, community engagement, and workforce development.
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{{ZEV Battery Manufacturing}} Expanding California's leadership in domestic battery supply chains Expanding California's leadership in domestic battery supply chains Notice of Proposed Awards Now Available Funded total: $ 0 Million, $ 0 Million Used To Transform Battery Manufacturing CALSTART, with support from New Energy Nexus (NEX), manages the PowerForward – Battery Manufacturing Grant Program, funded by the California Energy Commission (CEC).
PowerForward is California’s market-accelerating, $35 million grant program designed to: Attract and retain zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) battery manufacturing in California Directly and indirectly create high-quality jobs Create positive economic impacts that benefit local communities and priority populations Contribute to California's goal of zero-emission transportation ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS?
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Private, for-profit businesses with projects in California. Minimum possible award in each category is $5 million, and maximum is $17. 5 million. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $5,000,000 - $17,500,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
PowerForward Grant Program is funded by CALSTART / California Energy Commission. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in California. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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