{"id":94297,"date":"2026-09-10T15:25:18","date_gmt":"2026-09-10T15:25:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kempower.com\/?p=94297"},"modified":"2026-09-17T20:12:03","modified_gmt":"2026-09-17T20:12:03","slug":"calevip-funding-2026-what-cpos-need-to-know-about-fccp-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kempower.com\/america\/calevip-funding-2026-what-cpos-need-to-know-about-fccp-2\/","title":{"rendered":"CALeVIP Funding 2026: What CPOs Need to Know About FCCP-2"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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CALeVIP Funding 2026: What CPOs Need to Know About FCCP-2<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Looking for <\/b><\/mark>a comprehensive info package? Download our CALeVIP FCCP-2 Essentials Checklist <\/a>at the bottom of this page.<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

CALeVIP FCCP-2 is a California funding opportunity for eligible public DC fast-charging projects.<\/strong> The next application window opens October 7, 2026<\/strong>, with at least $27.6 million available statewide<\/strong> and rebates of up to $100,000 per charging port<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For charge point operators planning new public charging sites in California, the program could significantly improve project economics \u2014 but project readiness will matter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is CALeVIP FCCP-2?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Fast Charge California Project 2 (FCCP-2)<\/strong> provides incentives for eligible public EV fast-charging infrastructure in California. Projects can include between four and 20 charging ports<\/strong>, with incentive levels based on the guaranteed charging power available per port. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

FCCP-2 funding can also support more than charging equipment. Eligible costs can include installation, design and engineering, extended OEM warranty, and qualifying networking and service agreements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How much CALeVIP funding is available?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

FCCP-2 offers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • $55,000 per port<\/strong> for 150\u2013274.99 kW<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • $100,000 per port<\/strong> for 275 kW or higher<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    With up to 20 eligible ports per site, qualifying projects at the highest incentive tier could receive significant funding support<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Who is FCCP-2 designed for?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    FCCP-2 is focused on publicly accessible EV charging<\/strong>. Projects must meet program requirements related to site type, charging availability, power capacity, equipment eligibility and other project criteria. For California CPOs already developing public fast-charging sites, this makes FCCP-2 particularly relevant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Why does Tier 1 readiness matter?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    One of the most important elements of FCCP-2 is Tier 1 project readiness<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Only projects that meet the program\u2019s Tier 1 requirements when they apply are eligible for funding. Because applications are handled on a first-come, first-served basis, CPOs should evaluate their project readiness well before the October 7 application opening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Understanding those requirements early can help operators identify potential gaps before the funding window opens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Is your project ready for CALeVIP FCCP-2?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Kempower has created a CALeVIP FCCP-2 Essentials Checklist<\/strong> for California CPOs preparing for the upcoming funding round. Use the checklist to review the key requirements, project considerations and readiness items you should have on your radar before applying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Download the CALeVIP FCCP-2 Essentials Checklist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Program rules, funding levels and deadlines are subject to change. Always verify current requirements against the official FCCP-2 Implementation Manual before applying.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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