The application deadline for both CalSHAPE programs has been extended. Applications are now due no later than 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 31, 2023.
Notices of Funding Availability for each program are now posted to the 20-RENEW-01 docket log. The notices provide information about the application period, eligibility of state agencies to apply along with all sites in a funding category, and available funding.
Applications are submitted electronically using the CalSHAPE Online System. An access link, instructions, and a video training can be found by visiting the CalSHAPE Webpage and clicking on the “Online System” expandable menu.
The California Energy Commission was authorized by Assembly Bill (AB) 841 (Chapter 372, Statutes of 2020) to design, administer, and implement the California Schools Healthy Air, Plumbing, and Efficiency Program (CalSHAPE). CalSHAPE includes two grant programs, CalSHAPE Plumbing and CalSHAPE Ventilation, for eligible parties within the service territories of the large electric and natural gas utilities in California.
Assembly Bill 841
(Ting, Chapter 372, Statutes 2020) authorizes the CalSHAPE Ventilation and CalSHAPE Plumbing programs
The CalSHAPE Plumbing Program provides grants to local educational agencies and state agencies to replace noncompliant plumbing fixtures and appliances that fail to meet water efficiency standards. CalSHAPE Plumbing Program prioritizes investments in schools in underserved communities.
- CalSHAPE Plumbing Program Commission Guidelines, Third Edition. Adopted December 14, 2022.
- CalSHAPE Plumbing Program Draft Commission Guidelines, Third Edition
- Plumbing Program Commission Guidelines. Adopted June 8, 2022.
- Notice of Funding Availability Round 4 Plumbing Program
Worksheets
Application Materials
- Plumbing Application Video Tutorial - Zoom
- Plumbing Application Tutorial Slides
- Plumbing Program Application Instructions Companion Document
- Plumbing Program Incurred Cost Companion Document
- Plumbing Applicant Application Checklist
- CalSHAPE Incurred Costs Applicant Checklist
Templates
The CalSHAPE Ventilation Program provides funding to local educational agencies for the reasonable costs of HVAC assessment, general maintenance and adjustment, filter replacement, and carbon dioxide monitor installation including certain repairs, replacements and other improvements to HVAC systems. CalSHAPE Ventilation prioritizes investments in facilities in underserved communities and those located near freeways or industrial facilities.
- Ventilation Program Commission Guidelines. Adopted June 8, 2022.
- Notice of Funding Availability Round 4 Ventilation Program
Frequently Asked Questions
HVAC Assessment Worksheets
- HVAC Assessment and Maintenance Pathway
- Limited or No Mechanical Ventilation Pathway
- Scheduled for Replacement Pathway
HVAC Assessment Report
Application Materials
- Ventilation Application Video Tutorial - Zoom
- Ventilation Application Tutorial Slides
- Ventilation Program Application Instructions Companion Document
- Ventilation Applicant Application Checklist
- CalSHAPE Incurred Costs Applicant Checklist
Templates
The CEC issues a notice of proposed award (NOPA) to an LEA following approval of a grant application. The NOPA Grant List provides a list of LEAs that have received a NOPA for a CalSHAPE Ventilation Program and/or CalSHAPE Plumbing Program grant and the award amounts. The list will be updated monthly.
- CalSHAPE Program NOPA Grant List (Updated 3/2023)
