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GFO-25-307: Direct Air Capture Pre-Commercial Demonstration

Supports carbon-capture innovators developing pre-commercial demonstration projects for deployment readiness.

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GFO-25-307 is a California Energy Commission grant solicitation under the EPIC (Electric Program Investment Charge) program, funding pre-commercial demonstration of direct air capture (DAC) technology alongside associated community engagement activities. EPIC is funded by a ratepayer surcharge on electricity customers of California's three largest investor-owned utilities — Pacific Gas and Electri…

What this grant funds

Funds pre-commercial direct air capture demonstration projects and associated community engagement activities in California under the EPIC program, with applications due July 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.—
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