California’s electric vehicle (EV) revolution is accelerating. California alone represented 31% of all U.S. EV sales in 2024, and overall, it has approximately five times more electric cars on its roads than any other state. With this surge in EV popularity comes unprecedented opportunities for businesses, property owners, and other organizations to participate in the state’s clean energy transition by installing commercial EV chargers to refuel these vehicles.
Various financial assistance programs can help break ground, literally and figuratively. A few such programs are available through the California Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Project (CALeVIP), offering funding that helps make DC fast chargers more feasible and accessible. Paired with BTC POWER’s proven hardware solutions and expertise, listed as one of the eligible equipment providers, the possibilities are bright.
CALeVIP funding represents the nation’s largest EV charging initiative, providing substantial rebates for installing publicly available EV charging stations within the state of California. This comprehensive program operates through multiple targeted projects, each designed to address specific infrastructure needs and community priorities. Let’s break down the currently available programs:
DC Fast Charging Programs:
- CALeVIP 2.0: Provides rebates up to 50% of approved project costs for DC fast charging, with incentives reaching up to $100,000 per active connector depending on power output and location
- Fast Charge California Project: A dedicated initiative specifically targeting high-powered DC fast charging infrastructure
Fast Charge California Project: Premium Incentives for High-Power Charging
The Fast Charge California Project represents the latest evolution in CALeVIP’s comprehensive approach to infrastructure development. This part of the CALeVIP funding offers:
- Up to 100% cost coverage for eligible projects, capped at $55,000 per charging port (150-274.99 kW) or $100,000 per charging port (275 kW+)
- Minimum installation requirement of 4 charging ports capable of 150kW guaranteed output
- Priority processing for ready-to-build projects in disadvantaged and low-income communities
- Streamlined approval for projects with issued permits and final utility service designs
What makes CALeVIP funding particularly attractive across all programs is its tiered application system that prioritizes pre-planned, shovel-ready projects, rewarding those who come prepared with comprehensive installation plans and qualified equipment partners.
The BTC POWER Advantage: CALeVIP-Ready Solutions
This is where BTC POWER becomes your strategic advantage to obtain funding and install field-proven, quality-manufactured EV charging infrastructure. Founded in 1999, BTC POWER has established itself as the leading manufacturer of electric vehicle charging systems in the North American market, with more than 25,000 charging systems sold worldwide.
In today’s funding landscape, domestic manufacturing isn’t just preferred, it’s often required. BTC POWER’s U.S. manufacturing capabilities comply with the “Buy America” standards established by the Federal Highway Administration, the Federal Transit Administration, and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. This compliance is critical for eligibility across multiple CALeVIP funding programs and other federal funding initiatives.
The Perfect Partnership: CALeVIP Funding Eligibility Meets Proven Performance
The relationship between CALeVIP and BTC POWER reached a significant milestone in March 2025 when BTC POWER’s chargers became officially listed on the California Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Project (CALeVIP) Eligible Equipment List. This qualification means customers can now access rebates and funding support across all CALeVIP funding programs for deploying BTC POWER’s industry-leading charging solutions.
For high-demand applications, BTC POWER offers its flagship Gen 4 All-in-One (AiO) DC fast charger. This system delivers industry-leading performance with power outputs ranging from 25kW to over 350kW. It features advanced liquid-cooled cables and scalable upgrade capabilities, making it ideal for the Fast Charge California Project and CALeVIP 2.0 initiatives.
This dual capability allows property owners and businesses to work with a single, trusted manufacturer. Whether implementing overnight charging solutions or rapid-refueling infrastructure, customers benefit from streamlined procurement, installation, and ongoing maintenance while maximizing eligibility across CALeVIP’s diverse funding opportunities.
Highlighting the Gen 4 All-in-One (AiO) product line, which meets the stringent technical requirements across CALeVIP’s various programs:
- OCPP 2.0.1 compliance for seamless network interoperability
- 150+ kW guaranteed output capability meeting Fast Charge California Project requirements
- ENERGY STAR certification as required by current CALeVIP standards
- Advanced features including liquid-cooled cables and scalable upgrade capabilities
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The Bottom Line: Your Gateway to California’s EV Infrastructure Future
California’s EV infrastructure goals are ambitious, with the state needing nearly 1.2 million public and shared chargers by 2030. CALeVIP’s comprehensive program portfolio represents unprecedented opportunities to participate in this transformation while receiving substantial financial support.
BTC POWER delivers the expertise, commercial-grade EV chargers and program-specific knowledge that make CALeVIP applications successful. With over 25 years in business and proven CALeVIP funding eligible EV chargers, they offer the stability that funding agencies and customers demand. When you’re ready to transform your property into an EV charging destination, CALeVIP funding combined with BTC POWER’s proven solutions creates an unbeatable pathway to success.
Schedule a meeting to get started with your CALeVIP funding today.
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