Water-Energy Grant Program
California Department of Water Resources (DWR)
What does it fund?
Commercial and institutional water-energy efficiency programs or projects, and residential water-energy efficiency programs or projects benefiting disadvantaged communities.
Who is eligible for funds?
Local agencies, joint power authorities, and nonprofits.
How does this program provide benefits to priority populations?
Projects benefiting disadvantaged communities received higher funding priority rankings.
How do I access funds?
Apply through a statewide competitive process.
Funding Timeline
No additional funds are available at this time.
Project Profiles
Read stories of projects funded by this program.
Cumulative Statistics
As of November 30, 2023
$48.0 million allocated
$37.2 million implemented
$23.3 million benefiting priority populations
388,322 MTCO2e estimated GHG emissions reductions
96,555 projects implemented
2023 Achievements
Reporting period:
Dec 1, 2022 – Nov 30, 2023
$0.1 million implemented
1,499 MTCO2e estimated GHG emissions reductions
665 full-time equivalent jobs reported
2023 Benefits to Priority Populations
21% benefiting disadvantaged communities
79% benefiting other areas of California
Other Expected Benefits
46,747,229 gallons water saved
22,630 kWh energy saved