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GFO-25-605: Reliable Electric Charging for Eligible School-bus Sites (RECESS)

Funds school-bus charging infrastructure for community electrification and mobility to strengthen real-world implementation.

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GFO-25-605, titled Reliable Electric Charging for Eligible School-bus Sites (RECESS), is a California Energy Commission grant solicitation under the Clean Transportation Program. The program was established by AB 118 (2007) and extended through July 2035 by AB 126, funded by vehicle registration and smog abatement fees. RECESS specifically targets the installation of reliable electric vehicle char…

What this grant funds

Funds reliable electric vehicle charging infrastructure at eligible school bus sites in California under the Clean Transportation Program, with applications due August 31, 2026.

Key facts
CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.One-off
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.31 Aug 2026
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.—
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—
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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: www.energy.ca.gov