SAN FRANCISCO – The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) today opened a second application period for its Equity, Engagement, and Education Grants, offering an opportunity for community-based organizations (CBO) and Tribes to apply for one-time funds to create or enhance ongoing engagement with CPUC decision-making. More than $2 million is available for distribution from the Equity, Engagement, and Education Grant account, with grants up to $200,000 per organization.
The Equity, Engagement, and Education Grant program aims to increase participation in CPUC decision-making processes and build the long-term capacity of CBOs and Tribes to make participation in the CPUC’s Intervenor Compensation program and other funding sources more accessible.
Approved projects in this category may include:
- Community engagement and outreach related to CPUC proceedings;
- Hiring the expertise necessary to actively participate in CPUC decision-making;
- Creating education, training, and curriculum programs; or,
- Partnership and coalition development to generate awareness of CPUC programs.
Earlier this year, the CPUC awarded $1.7 million from the Equity, Engagement, and Education Grant Account to support projects in 21 counties in California, including $725,000 specifically for Tribal communities.
This initiative is part of CPUC’s broader Equity and Access Grant Program, which empowers community-based organizations and Tribal communities by providing substantial funding to increase clean energy access and education within underserved and underrepresented communities.
More Details and How to Apply
Questions and support requests are encouraged at capacitygrants@cpuc.ca.gov.
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