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3CE Announces New Department of Energy Solutions to Advance Local Clean-Energy Projects

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5 October 2026

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Fusion42 · 5 October 2026 · Fusion42 review

Central Coast Community Energy (3CE) approved a $500 million FY 2026-27 budget focused on advancing local clean energy projects through the new Department of Energy Solutions, supporting EV charging, distributed generation, battery storage, and customer energy optimisation in California's Central Coast region.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Climate Tech.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

3CE's new department opens a clear path for local clean energy companies to partner on projects that enhance grid reliability and EV infrastructure. You can now pitch solutions that meet concrete local demand backed by public funding in California's Central Coast.

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