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Agricultural Electrification Program
Reminder: Eligibility is changing October 1, 2026. Please see the eligibility tab for details.
Overview
The Ag Electrification Program provides rebates to Central Coast Community Energy (3CE) customers who replace fossil fuel powered agricultural equipment with new, all-electric equipment. Eligible equipment includes irrigation pumps, farm tools, utility vehicles, and other equipment.
Why Electrify?
Superior technology requiring less maintenance, and possible operational cost savings.
Reduce greenhouse gas emissions; increase operational sustainability.
Steps to Electrify Your Ride
Step 1
Apply on our website (eligible applicants will be awarded on a first come, first served basis), until funds have been fully awarded
Step 2
Rebates will be processed by 3CE Finance Department staff and sent as a check in the mail to the address provided on the application
Step 3
Upon full distribution of the program rebate budget, the program will close. Applicants will be notified of the program closure and encouraged to reapply at the beginning of the next fiscal year
Who Is Eligible?
Central Coast Community Energy (3CE) customers whose primary business is agriculture food production and/or agriculture food processing. 3CE customers on an eligible agricultural rate at time of equipment purchase are also eligible.
Customers/applicants who are replacing equipment destroyed due to a Governor-declared natural disaster (e.g., flooding, wildfire) will be eligible for enhanced incentives.
Project Eligibility
Customers who can confirm small business status will, if awarded, receive enhanced incentives.
What is defined as a small business?
“Small business” shall be defined as set forth in Government Code Section 14837(d)(1) and means an independently owned and operated business that is not dominant in its field of operation, the principal office of which is located in California, the officers of which are domiciled in California, and which, together with affiliates, has 100 or fewer employees, and average annual gross receipts of fifteen million dollars ($15,000,000) or less over the previous three years, or is a manufacturer, as defined in subdivision (c), with 100 or fewer employees.
Rebates
Each fiscal year (which runs Oct. 1 – Sept. 30), eligible customers can receive up to two rebates for two projects.
Applications for purchases made between August 1, 2025 and July 31, 2026 must be submitted by September 30, 2026.
Applications for purchases between August 1, 2026 and September 30, 2026 can be submitted either:
- By September 30, 2026 for the program design and under the terms and conditions relevant at the time of application submission.
- Or between October 1, 2026 and September 30, 2027 for the program design and under the terms and conditions that are relevant at the time of application submission.
Eligible equipment/project types include
Applications are processed in the order they are received and are subject to available funding. 3CE reserves the right to change program design, including eligibility and rebates, at any time. Please read the program Terms and Conditions for full details. Program design is expected to change on October 1, 2026. 3CE will provide more information on the website in late September 2026.
| Tier 1 | Tier 2 |
|---|---|
| Harvest equipment | Forklifts |
| Utility vehicles/haulers (ATV, OHV, etc.) | Irrigation pumps |
| Tractors (compact < 60hp) | Chillers/boilers/refrigeration |
| Other equipment justified at 3CE’s discretion | Tractors (standard > 60hp) |
| Other equipment justified at 3CE’s discretion |
Voices From
Your Community
“Our team couldn’t be any more stoked about our new Polaris Ranger EV. From moving tools and veggies to flattening pasture for sheep paddocks, it is transforming farm operations! This vehicle is charged with electricity provided in part by our solar panel array. A huge thanks to Central Coast Community Energy for grant funding which covered 90% of the purchase of this electric vehicle.”
“Electric tractors have replaced some of our small diesel ones. They’ve helped us with cultivating, seeding, and spreading compost. They aren’t emitting any fumes and they are a lot quieter.”
“We appreciate the fact that 3CE’s Ag Electrification Program is offering help to smaller-sized farms. Clean energy solutions will require a lot of innovation to attain the emissions goals that California has set. We had already purchased a 5KW solar array and two Tesla Powerwalls, so obtaining an electric tractor is another big step forward. These funds are a major help to reach Winfield Farm’s goal to attain a 100% solar electric farm.”
Resources
Document Checklist
What You Need to Apply
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A brief description of your business and project, including site location
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Details regarding the ag electrification project:
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Type of all-electric equipment
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Cost of all-electric equipment, including associated fees such as labor/installation, charging stations, or software
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Old equipment information, if applicable
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Disaster recovery information (for customers replacing damaged equipment resulting from declared disasters), if applicable:
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Insurance documentation
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Photo evidence
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You can apply for one or more rebates in any order
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If applying as a small business, you will need to upload your last three years of tax returns
You may also upload supporting documents if available: Project schedule, equipment technical specifications, quotes or supplier estimates.
Ag Electrification Concierge Service
Are you ready to install Direct Current Fast Charge (DCFC), or Level 3 electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) to support the transition to electric vehicles for your Ag operations? Central Coast Community Energy can point you in the right direction. Our Concierge Service can evaluate your property, design a charging station plan, help you with bids from contractors, guide you through construction, and work with you to apply for rebates.
This service is available to 3CE Ag customers with existing properties and do not currently have charging stations installed. Complete the form and a concierge will be in touch!
Consumer Reports
Owning an electric vehicle can help you save $6,000 to $12,000 over the life of the vehicle compared with a comparable gas-powered vehicle. New federal tax credits from the Inflation Reduction Act may provide up to $1,100 in savings during the first year of ownership.
Learn More
Electric For All
Powered by Veloz, Electric For All is a consumer-focused program working toward 100% electric vehicles on the road. Launched in 2018, it brings together consumer tools, resources, and EV education to help you understand your options and make the right choice for you, your community, and the environment.
Learn MoreWhat to Expect
Thank you for your interest in 3CE’s Ag Electrification Rebate program. Please read the following instructions before completing the application.
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To apply, you must be a customer of Central Coast Community Energy (3CE). If you are not sure if you receive Central Coast Community Energy’s services, please call 1-877-455-2223 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday - Friday to speak with a Local Customer Service Representative.
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Before applying, please check the Application Checklist to get all of the required information ready.
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- Type of equipment
- Cost of equipment
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Disaster recovery information (for customers replacing damaged equipment resulting from declared disasters), if applicable.
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- Insurance documentation
- Photo evidence
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You can apply for one or more rebates in any order.
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You must fill in all fields that are marked with an “*”. Please complete the application as well as you can. If you provide incorrect or incomplete information and/or documentation it may take longer to process your application.
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If you have questions or need help, please check the Frequently Asked Questions on 3cenergy.org. For more help, please contact customer service at 1-877-455-2223 or email NorthSupport@3ce.org (for customers in the PG&E service area) or SouthSupport@3ce.org (for customers in the SCE service area).
Please note: You cannot save and return to this application once you begin. If you leave this application before it is complete, you will have to start over.