|
|
|
|
Save thousands on an electric vehicle
while incentives last!
|
|
EV ownership is within reach — power up your savings before funding expires.
|
|
It’s never been easier or more affordable to get an electric vehicle. Federal EV tax credits are still up for grabs (but not for long) and state incentives are full steam ahead. In other words, now is the time to claim your savings on an EV.
Explore available programs designed to help you make the switch to electric for less:
|
|
-
IRS Clean Vehicle Tax Credit: up to $7,500 — ending September 30
-
DCAP Clean Cars 4 All Program: up to $12,000
-
DCAP Financing Assistance Program: up to $7,500
-
3CE Electrify Your Ride Residential Program: up to $4,000
-
SBCE Residential EV Rebate Program: up to $4,000
-
SCE Pre-Owned EV Rebate Program: up to $4,000
-
PG&E Pre-Owned EV Rebate Program: up to $4,000
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
If you want to claim EV funding available now, we can help. CEC can assist you in finding and accessing funding for an EV or EV charger — we’ve helped nearly 1,000 residents, businesses, and nonprofits navigate incentives, making their switch to electric more affordable. You could be next!
What we do:
-
Help you understand the EV buying process
-
Identify the funding programs you’re eligible for
-
Assist you through incentive application processes
Don’t miss the chance to upgrade your ride for less and take a step toward a positive climate future.
To get started:
-
Visit https://cec.pub/JulyEVSavings and fill out the EV Assistance sign-up form,
-
Email CEC Climate Programs associate Kat Orellana at korellana@cecmail.org, or
-
Call Kat Orellana at (805) 730-0209
|
|
|
Join a free DCAP assistance session
|
|
Through the California Driving Clean Assistance Program (DCAP), income-eligible Californians can save up to $12,000 to purchase or lease an EV. Combined with other incentives, participants could save up to $24,000 on a new EV or $24,000 on a used EV. CEC is hosting free in-person and virtual application assistance sessions through August. If you qualify, join us at one of the below events so we can help you claim incentives available through DCAP.
|
|
Lompoc Public Library
501 E North Ave
Lompoc
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
CEC’s Environmental Hub
1219 State St.
Santa Barbara
|
|
|
August 6 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Virtual Sessions
(join from anywhere!)
|
|
|
August 20 5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Success Story:
How Marilee Went Electric — and Saved $21,500!
|
|
|
|
Santa Barbara artist Marilee Krause dreamed of going all-electric but didn’t think it was financially possible until she learned about EV incentive programs. With CEC’s help, Marilee found out she qualified for four incentive programs totaling $21,500 — enough to fully cover the cost of her all-electric 2017 Chevy Bolt.
The affordable condo community where she lives offers a public EV charging station, making it easy for Marilee to power up and hit the road. Now, she’s not only saving money on fuel, she’s proudly part of the Central Coast’s shift toward a more sustainable, fossil-free future.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Introducing Central Coast AgLink – A New Way to Access Support for Your Land
We are excited to launch Central Coast AgLink (CCAL), a free platform that streamlines support for land stewardship and creates a stronger, more connected agricultural community on the Central Coast.
Farmers, ranchers, and land stewards: No matter the size or your operation or the type of land stewardship project you’re interested in, CCAL can help. This free service can help you find funding, plan your project, and connect you with partners to reach your goals faster. Fill out a quick two-minute form and CEC will reach out to get started.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Climate Fridays Santa Barbara
Friday, August 1, 2025 (AND every first Friday in 2025)
3:30 – 5:00 p.m.
CEC’s Environmental Hub
1219 State St., Santa Barbara
Join CEC, the Society of Fearless Grandmothers Santa Barbara, and the Santa Barbara Sierra Club on the first Friday of each month. At these events, climate activists, students, community partners, and friends gather to learn about regional climate change issues and how to take collective action to protect our planet. August’s gathering will focus on extreme heat and how we can work to address its impacts. Hear from CEC’s Em Johnson, Jen Hernandez from Central Coast Alliance United for a Sustainable Economy (CAUSE), and more. Learn more and register.
|
|
Santa Barbara SUNDay Celebration
Sunday, September 21, 2025
1:00 – 4:30 p.m.
Santa Barbara Public Library
40 East Anapamu St., Santa Barbara
Join us for a local celebration of clean energy progress as part of the national SUNDay of action, led by Third Act. This free, festival-style event will feature speakers, kids’ activities, community booths, and resources to help electrify your home or business. Come take part in building a sun-powered future for Santa Barbara County and beyond! Hosted by CEC, Sierra Club Santa Barbara/Ventura, the Society of Fearless Grandmothers, Clean Coalition, the City of Santa Barbara, the City of Santa Barbara’s Sustainability & Resilience Department, and the Santa Barbara Public Library. Learn more and register.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Support Critical Work Like This
|
|
Recognized as a 2020 California Nonprofit of the Year and a City of Santa Barbara Climate Hero, CEC is led by CEO Sigrid Wright, 2022 Congressional Woman of the Year. See our most recent impact report to learn how we are serving California’s Central Coast by advancing rapid and equitable solutions to the climate crisis.
|
|
Learn more about how you can invest in CEC’s work to accelerate regional climate solutions at cecsb.org/donate.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
