Energy Innovation
The California Energy Commission invests more than $150 million annually in scientific and technological research to:
- Expand the use of renewable energy
- Build a safer and more resilient energy system
- Advance zero-carbon technologies for homes, businesses, and transportation
- Implement a more decentralized electric grid
- Improve the affordability, health, and comfort of California’s communities
- Support California’s local economies and businesses
- Ensure California’s transition to a low-carbon economy benefits diverse businesses, disadvantaged- and low-income communities, and tribes.
Highlighting Innovation by the Numbers
$1+ Billion
In CEC funding awarded to organizations working to bring innovative new solutions to California's energy sector
$6+ Billion
In private investment raised by businesses after receiving CEC funding and support
650+
Project Sites in California that have demonstrated new energy technology solutions with CEC funding
Investment Areas
Learn about the key areas of focus for CEC-funded research.
Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
Resiliency & Safety
Building Decarbonization
Grid Decarbonization & Decentralization
Industrial & Agricultural Innovation
