High Road Training Partnership California Solar for All Program – PY 25-26

Workforce Services Information Notice

WSIN24-43

Issued: May 22, 2025

The Employment Development Department (EDD), on behalf of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the State of California Energy Commission (CEC), announces the availability of up to $7 million in Inflation Reduction Act funding for Program Year 2025-26.

Purpose of the Grant

This grant will foster four regional hubs that will design new and/or support the expansion of existing solar & storage installation training programs, including earn-and-learn models such as pre-apprenticeships and apprenticeships that cover both technical skills and job quality aspects, job readiness, and personal development, and offer wraparound support services, such as childcare assistance and transportation options, to ensure barriers to participation are minimized.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants include public agencies, private non-profits, or tribal governments. Individuals and for-profit entities are not eligible to apply. Applicants must clearly demonstrate their ability to provide services to the targeted population.

Informational Webinar

The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) will be hosting an informational workshop on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at 2:30 PM. This workshop will provide further details and updates.

Interested applicants can register for the workshop through the CPUC website.

Application Deadline

We anticipate this SFP will be available in August 2025. Please monitor the EDD’s Workforce Development Solicitation for Proposals website for more information.

Inquiries

If you have any questions, please contact the Grants and Solicitation Unit at WSBSFP1@edd.ca.gov.

/s/ KIMBERLEE MEYER, Chief
Central Office Workforce Services Division

Federal Funding Disclosure: This California Solar for All Program is funded by a grant award of $7 million (100%) from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, with $0 (0%) financed from non-federal sources.