Sales and Use Tax Exclusion (STE) Program

The California Alternative Energy and Advanced Transportation Financing Authority (CAEATFA) supports California's mission to provide financial incentives to cutting-edge companies by offering a sales and use tax (STE) exclusion to manufacturers that promote alternative energy and advanced transportation. These manufacturers create tens of thousands of high-paying, permanent jobs that bolster the state's economy. The STE Program is currently authorized through 2025.

Please see our Updated Notice of Sales and Use Tax Exclusion Program 2023 Calendar Year Application Periods

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• Application Materials
• List of Emerging Strategic Industries
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Fee Schedule
• STE Program Regulations and Current Regulatory Actions
• Approved Applicant Information - Next Steps
• STE Program Applications Considered to Date
• STE Program Staff Reports