The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has approved over $1.2 million in new grants for community-based organizations in Los Angeles County through its Clean Energy Access: LA County TECH (CEA-LAT) program. The announcement also included details on the next grant application window, which will open on February 2, 2026.
The CEA-LAT Grant Program is designed to support organizations that conduct outreach and education related to the Technology for Equipment and Clean Heating (TECH) Clean California initiative. These efforts aim to inform residents about building decarbonization, clean energy technologies, healthier homes, and available incentives.
On December 4, 2025, the CPUC awarded a total of $581,824 to three nonprofit groups: Climate Resolve received $200,000; El Sol Neighborhood Educational Center was granted $199,971; and International Institute of Los Angeles received $181,853. These organizations are expected to offer multilingual workshops, grassroots engagement activities, educational materials, and technical assistance. Their work will focus on communities within the Aliso Canyon Disaster Area and the San Fernando Valley.
In addition to these awards, CPUC staff allocated $715,109 in ministerial grants to five other nonprofits: Breathe Southern California ($137,284), East LA Community Corporation ($149,995), Pacoima Beautiful ($144,083), ONEgeneration ($133,803), and US Green Building Council California ($149,944). The goal is to increase awareness about decarbonization technologies and connect residents with incentives offered by TECH Clean California.
The next opportunity for funding begins February 2, 2026. Eligible applicants must be nonprofit organizations based in Los Angeles County with 501(c)(3) status. Each organization may apply for up to $200,000 in funding. Projects that serve the Aliso Canyon Disaster Area or San Fernando Valley will receive priority consideration.
Qualifying activities include community outreach and education programs, staff training initiatives, project impact evaluations, and coordination with TECH Clean California program implementers. Applicants are encouraged to review grant guidelines before applying.
Questions regarding the application process can be directed via email at capacitygrants@cpuc.ca.gov.
According to information from the CPUC website (https://www.cpuc.ca.gov/industries-and-topics/electrical-energy/demand-side-management/technology-and-equipment-for-clean-heating-tech-clean-california/clean-energy-access-la-county-tech-grant-program), this grant program forms part of a broader strategy by the commission aimed at expanding equitable access to clean energy solutions while supporting healthier living environments throughout California.
“The CPUC regulates services and utilities, protects consumers, safeguards the environment,” according to information provided by the commission. “Visit www.cpuc.ca.gov for more information.”
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