Fluorinated Gases Emission Reduction Incentives

California Air Resources Board (CARB)

What does it fund?

Installation of climate-friendly, ultra-low global warming potential (GWP) refrigerant technologies in newly constructed and existing supermarkets. Funding is also directed towards refrigeration system retrofits in existing supermarkets, replacing high-GWP refrigerants with lower-GWP refrigerants.

Who is eligible for funds?

California businesses or owners or operators of a retail food facility.

How does this program provide benefits to priority populations?

Higher application scores are awarded to projects that are located within disadvantaged and low-income communities.

How do I access funds?

Apply through a statewide competitive process.

Funding timeline

Check the program website for updated timeline information.

Project Profiles

Read stories of projects funded by this program.

Cumulative Statistics

As of November 30, 2023

$11.0 million allocated

$1.0 million implemented

36,715 MTCO2e estimated GHG emissions reductions

15 projects implemented