IMPORTANT NOTICE:
The EGRIP application period opens on November 6, 2026 at 1:00 PM PDT and will close on Friday, February 26, 2027 at 1:00 PM PDT.
Link to EGRIP Program Announcement: PA 2027-04
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What is EGRIP?
The Emergency Generator Replacement Program (EGRIP) is a replacement program targeting stationary emergency standby diesel-fueled generators located within the overburdened communities of the South Coast Air Basin. The program aims to reduce emissions by scrapping and replacing uncertified, Tier 1, and Tier 2 permitted diesel-fueled internal-combustion generators with zero-emission or near zero-emission solutions. EGRIP is funded through the California Air Resources Board’s (CARB) Climate Heat Impact Response Program (CHIRP).
Background:
In 2021, in response to projected energy supply shortfalls during periods of extreme heat, Governor Newsom issued a Proclamation of a State of Emergency that allowed certain generators and other backup power sources to operate beyond their normal emissions limits during periods of grid instability and electrical shortages. The Climate Heat Impact Response Program (CHIRP) incentive was established in response to this Proclamation and is intended to help mitigate the additional emissions associated with these emergency actions. In May 2026, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) awarded South Coast AQMD $5,447,221 to support the replacement of emergency standby generators.
The Emergency Generator Replacement Program (EGRIP) was developed by South Coast AQMD to implement CHIRP funds by targeting the replacement of older diesel-fueled emergency generators located within overburdened communities across the South Coast Air Basin.
Who is Eligible for Funding?
Owners and operators of permitted uncertified, Tier 1, and Tier 2 emergency standby diesel-fueled generators ≥50 hp with operations that are domiciled in overburdened communities within South Coast AQMD jurisdiction. Applicants must be able to demonstrate compliance with state and South Coast AQMD rules and regulations throughout the contract term.
For a map of eligible communities, please reference the CalEnviroscreen map linked here: https://oehha.ca.gov/calenviroscreen/sb535
What Types of Projects Qualify for EGRIP?
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Project Type
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Funding Maximum*
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Per Award Cap
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Alternative-Fuel or Alternative-Fuel Hybrid Replacement**
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50% or $1,000 per kW*** whichever is less
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Up to $250,000
for alternative fuel
Up to $350,000 for alternative fuel hybrid
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Near-Zero Replacement Technologies (e.g. linear generators)
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70% or $2,500 per kW whichever is less
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Up to $500,000
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Near-Zero Replacement CARB Certified Distributed Generation (DG) Technology **
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70% or $2,500 per kW whichever is less
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Up to $500,000
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Near-Zero Replacement with Solar and/or BESS Technology
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80% or $3,000 per kW whichever is less
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Up to $700,000
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Zero-Emission Replacement
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85% or $3,500 per kW whichever is less
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Up to $1,000,000
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*At least 15% cost-share is required by the Applicant. Cost-share may be waived for publicly owned schools, universities, colleges, and hospitals.
***or equivalent HP/kVA where applicable
How Do I Apply for EGRIP Funding?
To apply for EGRIP funding, please create an account through South Coast AQMD’s Grant Management System (GMS) at gms.aqmd.gov
Once an account has been created, you may log-in to create, edit and submit grant applications for EGRIP and other open South Coast AQMD incentive programs. Up to six projects may be added in each application.
Note: If you plan to have your application completed by a third-party consultant, please make sure the third-party also creates their own GMS account before working on your application. When creating new applications, you will be given the option to grant access to a registered third-party consultant.
Please check our main webpage www.aqmd.gov/EGRIP regularly for updates on future funding opportunities and solicitations and/or sign-up for our e-newsletter to receive information on incentive programs.
How will Applications be Evaluated?
South Coast AQMD will prioritize eligible projects using the following criteria:
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Criteria #
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Criteria
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Percentage
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1
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Project Readiness
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25%
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2
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Project Usage and Cost-Effectiveness
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25%
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3
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Application Completeness
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25%
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4
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Project Type
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25%
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Total
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100%
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Please refer to Program Announcement for full descriptions of each of the above evaluation criteria.
Useful Links and Resources:
For additional questions on EGRIP, please contact egrip@aqmd.gov.
To sign up for EGRIP or other incentive program updates, please click here.