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PASADENA, CA — Today, the California Energy Commission (CEC)-funded Energy Infrastructure Incentives for Zero-Emission (EnergIIZE) Commercial Vehicles Project opened its first MCS infrastructure funding lane to accelerate the deployment and installation of MDHD vehicle infrastructure at California ports and rail terminals. The EnergIIZE Project is accepting applications now on a first-come, first-served basis, through February 26, 2026, at 5 p.m. PT.

“The CEC and EnergIIZE teams continue to provide bold vision and tireless efforts that can turn innovation into reality,” said Tesi Bravo, Deputy Director of EnergIIZE, CALSTART. “By advancing charging technology and aligning with market innovation, we are ensuring that California stays ahead in building a cleaner, smarter, and more resilient transportation future.”

This lane is intended to serve projects exclusively working in drayage operations that are private, public, or shared. It offers a maximum project award of $2.5 million and provides funding for hardware, software, maintenance, and warranty products such as MCS equipment, transformers, utility service upgrades, fleet management software, and demand management software. View the MCS Infrastructure Funding Lane Fact Sheet now to see what else is covered.

Projects will be awarded first that display readiness to launch with proper documentation at the time of application. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the MCS Application Kit and Implementation Manual (on the “Resources” page) before submitting applications through the Incentive Processing Center.

The Benefits of MCS Chargers

Long-distance drivers, and those on fixed delivery routes, will find that MCS chargers are a desirable option for rapid battery charging. MCS allows a heavy-duty battery electric truck to reach a nearly full charge in less than 1 hour; this helps drivers maximize productivity before taking required resting breaks. These chargers are also safe and reliable, as they incorporate advanced cooling mechanisms that prevent vehicles from overheating at charging stations.

Project Background

The EnergIIZE Commercial Vehicles Project is a part of a statewide effort to increase market demand for commercial MDHD zero-emission vehicles. Funded by the CEC’s Clean Transportation Program and developed in close coordination with equity partners, including Tetra Tech, project funding will provide the infrastructure needed to support the transition of old, polluting MDHD equipment to zero-emission battery electric and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles.

Learn more about how EnergIIZE can supercharge the future of electric trucks in California through the official website and email the project team with questions: infrastructure@calstart.org.

 

About CALSTART

A mission-driven industry organization focused on transportation decarbonization and clean air for all, CALSTART has offices in New York, Michigan, Colorado, California, Florida, and Europe. CALSTART is uniquely positioned to build the national clean transportation industry by working closely with its more than 210 member companies and building on the lessons learned from the major programs it manages for the State of California. CALSTART manages more than $1 billion in vehicle incentive and technical assistance programs in the United States and is leading a global effort to build the zero-emission commercial vehicle market.

About the CEC

The CEC is the state’s primary energy policy and planning agency. It has seven core responsibilities: advancing state energy policy, encouraging energy efficiency, certifying thermal power plants, investing in energy innovation, developing renewable energy, transforming transportation, and preparing for energy emergencies. For more information, visit https://www.energy.ca.gov.