California approves $95M plan to expand EV and hydrogen
The funding will support the deployment of electric vehicle charging and hydrogen refueling infrastructure, strengthening California’s zero-emission transportation network.
The California Energy Commission (CEC) has approved a $95.2 million investment plan to accelerate the deployment of zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) infrastructure across the state, supporting the expansion of electric vehicle (EV) charging and hydrogen refueling networks.
The funding will be distributed through the CEC’s Clean Transportation Program during the current fiscal year, with additional allocations planned through 2028-2029. The initiative is designed to support light-, medium- and heavy-duty zero-emission vehicles while reinforcing California’s position as a leading market for clean transportation infrastructure.
Under the approved plan, $48 million will be allocated to light-duty EV charging infrastructure, with a focus on direct current (DC) fast charging and charging at or near residential locations. Another $30.2 million will support medium- and heavy-duty charging infrastructure serving freight, ports, public fleets and school buses. The program also dedicates $15 million to hydrogen refueling projects and $2 million to workforce training and development.
According to the CEC, at least half of the funding must benefit low-income and disadvantaged communities. As of March 2026, more than 62% of Clean Transportation Program investments had been directed toward projects serving those areas.
“Funding made through the Clean Transportation Program, along with significant investment from other public and private sector partners, has made California the nation’s leader in EV charging and hydrogen refueling infrastructure,” said CEC Commissioner Nancy Skinner.
Since 2008, the Clean Transportation Program has invested more than $2.7 billion in clean transportation projects. The program has supported the installation or planning of more than 52,000 charging ports and funded over 100 hydrogen refueling stations across the state
