State Water Efficiency And Enhancement Program

California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA)

What does it fund?

Projects that reduce water use, enhance or replace on-farm pumps, motors, and irrigation systems, and facilitate fuel conversion.

Who is eligible for funds?

California agricultural operations (excluding government and academic operators).

How does this program provide benefits to priority populations?

Residents in project locations and of nearby disadvantaged communities benefit from the improvements in air quality and public health created by efficiency improvements and conversion to renewable fuels.

How do I access funds?

Apply through a statewide competitive process.

Funding Timeline

This program has no additional funds available from California Climate Investments, but it continues with other funding sources.

Project Profiles

Read stories of projects funded by this program.

Cumulative Achievements

As of November 30, 2023

$66.1 million allocated

$61.8 million implemented

$22.9 million benefiting priority populations

743,672 MTCO2e estimated GHG emissions reductions

598 projects implemented