Communities in Charge is designed to catalyze new markets and swiftly deploy electric vehicle (EV) charging ports with intentional outreach, engagement, and technical assistance supporting the deployment of Level 2 Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE). Through identifying and prioritizing locations where community
members live and gather, Communities in Charge deploys Level 2 charging ports, and provides streamlined access to incentive funds for the benefit of communities.
The California Energy Commission (CEC) approved CALSTART to design and implement Level 2 EVSE incentive project(s) throughout California. CALSTART has dedicated staff members to the Program. Incentive totals for the launch of Funding Wave 3 of Communities in Charge shall be $30 million. This program is part of California Climate Investments, a statewide initiative that puts billions of Cap-andTrade dollars to work reducing greenhouse gas emissions, strengthening the economy, and improving public
health and the environment — particularly in disadvantaged communities

Detailed Implementation Manual HERE