Food Production Investment Program
California Energy Commission (CEC)
What does it fund?
Grants for food processors to implement projects that reduce GHG emissions and onsite energy consumption.
Who is eligible for funds?
California food processors.
How does this program provide benefits to priority populations?
Higher application scores are awarded to projects that are located within and provide a benefit to disadvantaged and low-income communities. Many food processing facilities are located within and around priority population communities. By funding cleaner technologies and more-efficient equipment, the majority of projects result in reduced criteria air pollutant emissions for these communities. Other projects also support jobs or provide educational and community capacity building opportunities.
How do I access funds?
Apply through a statewide competitive process.
Funding timeline
The 2025 grant solicitation is expected to open in March and close in June. Please visit the program website for updated timeline information.
Project Profiles
Read stories of projects funded by this program.
Cumulative Statistics
As of October 31,
implemented
benefiting priority populations
MTCO2e estimated GHG emissions reductions
projects implemented
Other Expected Benefits
Achievements
implemented
MTCO2e GHG emissions reductions
benefiting disadvantaged communities
benefiting disadvantaged communities
benefiting low-income communities
benefiting other areas of California
full-time equivalent jobs reported