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Distributed by the Department of Energy
Match funding requirement: 0–50%; depends on type of project
Ability to stack with other programs: TBD
The 2023 Vehicle Technology Office Program Wide Funding Opportunity includes the development of wireless charging concepts for heavy-duty vehicles, hydrogen combustion engines, and reducing the “soft costs” of electric vehicle infrastructure as topic areas of interest.
Distributed by the Department of Transportation (DOT)
The application deadline occurs on a rolling basis
The Rural and Tribal Assistance Pilot Program intends to advance transportation infrastructure in rural and tribal communities. This includes funding light-, medium-, and heavy-duty charging, infrastructure planning, and technical assistance. For more information on updates, webinars, and if your project’s area is considered rural, please visit the Build America Bureau website.
Distributed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
The application deadline occurs on an annual basis
The Public Assistance Program aims to fund net-zero energy projects, including restoring public charging infrastructure damaged by natural disasters. Eligible applicants include state, tribal, territories, local governments, and some private non-profits. The federal share of the cost is 75-90%. For more information on applying and the timeline, please visit the website.
Distributed by the Department of Energy
The Loan Program Office’s Title 17 Clean Energy Financing provides financing for projects that deploy clean energy technologies or employ innovative clean energy supply chains. Among other areas, the program finances alternative fuel distribution facilities (e.g. for hydrogen) and advanced manufacturing practices for EV charging infrastructure.
Distributed by the Federal Transit Administration
Match funding requirement: 20%
The Accelerating Innovative Mobility initiative funded 25 projects in FY 2020 to develop and test innovative mobility solutions such as service models, equipment, and software, including autonomous and/or electric vehicles.
Distributed by the Federal Transit Administration
Match funding requirement: 20%
The Innovative Mobility Innovation program funded 25 projects in FY 2019 focused on mobility on demand, transit automation, and mobility payment integration. For example, the Connecticut Department of Transportation was awarded IMI funding to test automated, electric buses along a bus rapid transit corridor.
Distributed by the Joint Office of Energy and Transportation through the Department of Energy.
Funding timeline: TBD
Match funding requirement: 0–50%, depending on the project
The Ride and Drive Electric program provides funds to deploy a robust EV charging network, including resiliency planning, equitable business model and workforce development, and increasing capacity for validation tests and performance assessments of charging stations. The latest funding round closed on Aug. 25, 2023.
Distributed by the Department of Agriculture, Rural Development
The window for applications is open year-round
As part of the Community Facilities Direct Loan and Grant Programs, the Community Facilities Grant Program provides additional funding, along with that for vehicle acquisition for communities in rural areas. The terms for grant approval are:
2. Maximum of 55 percent when the proposed project is:
3. Maximum of 35 percent when the proposed project is:
4. Maximum of 15 percent when the proposed project is:
Distributed by the Department of Transportation, Federal Transit Administration (FTA)
The application deadline was February 13, 2024 for FY 2024.
The Enhanced Mobility of Seniors & Individuals with Disabilities Program is intended to fund mobility for senior citizens and individuals with disabilities by providing funds for programs to serve the special needs of transit-dependent populations beyond traditional public transportation services and the Americans with Disabilities Act complementary paratransit services. Funding allocations are based on the following percentages and the number of older adults and people with disabilities in the area:
Applicable funding includes technical assistance, workforce development, infrastructure planning, light- to heavy-duty EV charging infrastructure, and light- to heavy-duty EV purchases or leases. For more information, please visit the website.
Distributed by the Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
The application deadline is closed for fiscal year (FY) 2023
The Nationally Significant Federal Lands and Tribal Projects Program (NSFLTP) funds projects of national significance for construction, reconstruction, or rehabilitation of transportation facilities within, adjacent to, or providing access to Federal or Tribal lands. This includes light-duty EV charging infrastructure. A State, county, or unit of local government may only apply for funding under the NSFLTP Program if sponsored by an eligible Federal land management agency (FLMA) or federally recognized Tribe.
Distributed by the Department of Transportation, Federal Transit Administration (FTA)
Applications to the FTA are open every funding round through fiscal year (FY) 2026
The Tribal Transit Formula Grants provide federally recognized tribes funding for capital, operating, planning, and administrative expenses for public transit projects that meet the growing needs of rural tribal communities. This includes funding for infrastructure planning, medium- to heavy-duty EV charging infrastructure, and medium- to heavy-duty EV purchases or leases. To receive formula funds, a tribe must report annually to the National Transit Database (NTD). The tiers to the funding formula include:
For additional resources, please visit the grant website.
Distributed by the Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration (EDA)
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Applications will be done through EDA's Economic Development Grants Experience (EDGE) portal
The Planning and Local Technical Assistance Grant Program serves to support recipients with short-term and state-planning investments designed to guide the eventual creation and retention of high-quality jobs, particularly for the unemployed and underemployed in the nation’s most economically distressed regions. This funding can be used for EV technical assistance, infrastructure planning, and workforce development. To view the regional offices, Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) number, and states served, please visit the website.
Distributed by the Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration (EDA)
The application deadline has passed for 2023 and we await more details for 2024 program funding.
Applications will be done through EDA's Economic Development Grants Experience (EDGE) portal
The Build to Scale (B2S) Program seeks to strengthen regional economies for startup businesses. There are two categories of how the funding can be used and amount awarded per level:
This funding can be used for medium- to heavy-duty EV charging infrastructure and workforce development. For more information, please refer to the Notice of Funding (NOFO) on the website.
Distributed by the Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration (EDA)
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis
Applications will be done through EDA's Economic Development Grants Experience (EDGE) portal
The Research and National Technical Assistance Grant supports research and technical assistance projects. This includes workforce development and technical assistance relative to EVs. This application has a two-step process: (1) the Concept Proposal and (2) the Full Application.
Distributed by the Department of Energy (DOE).
Began on April 25, 2023
Funding is available until funds are expended
The Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program seeks to reduce emissions while improving energy efficiency in the transportation sector. The grant aligns with the Justice40 Initiative‘s efforts of building a clean and equitable energy economy that prioritizes disadvantaged communities. The funds can be used for light-duty EV charging infrastructure and infrastructure planning. The grant seeks to achieve or contribute to the following in DACs:
For local governments and Indian tribes only: there is a limitation on utilizing EECBG Program formula grant funds for the development and capitalization of a Revolving Loan Fund of greater than 20% of the award allocation or $250,000. Eligible entities may contribute grant funding to an existing revolving loan fund – they need not establish a new one. For more information, please visit the website.
Distributed by the Department of Labor (DOL)
The application window for Round 6 opens on April 2, 2024
The Workforce Opportunity for Rural Communities (WORC) Initiative provides grant funds to enable impacted communities to develop local and regional workforce development solutions aligned with existing economic development strategies and community partnerships to promote new, sustainable job opportunities and long-term economic vitality. Eligible applicants are those in the following rural
communities:
Funding opportunities are announced in rounds. For more information, please visit the website.
Distributed by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA)
The application deadline occurs on a rolling annual basis
The Formula Grants for Rural Areas (5311) provides capital, planning, and operating assistance to states and tribal nations to support public transportation in rural areas with populations of less than 50,000 in regions where the public relies on public transit. This funding can be used for infrastructure planning, technical assistance, workforce development, medium- to heavy-duty EV charging infrastructure, and medium- to heavy-duty EV purchases or leases. For funding and matching, see below for the federal share:
For more information, please visit the website.
Distributed by the Department of Transportation (DOT)
The application deadline occurs on a rolling annual basis
As part of the Public Transportation on Indian Reservations Program, the Tribal Transit Competitive Program sets aside funding from the Formula Grants for Rural Areas program to include a funding opportunity for tribal nations. This funding can be used for infrastructure planning, light- to -heavy-duty EV charging infrastructure, and light- to -heavy-duty EV purchases or leases. For more information, please visit the website.
Distributed by the Department of Transportation (DOT)
The application deadline occurs on an annual rolling basis.
The Rural Surface Transportation Grant Program supports projects that improve and expand our nation’s surface transportation infrastructure in rural areas. At least 90% of rural funding must be awarded in $25 million or greater amounts. Eligible projects include light-duty EV charging, transit EV charging, commercial EV charging, infrastructure planning, and workforce development. For more information, please visit the website.
Distributed by the Department of Transportation, Federal Transit Administration (FTA)
The window for applications is closed for fiscal year (FY) 2023
This program provides capital, planning, and operating assistance to urbanized areas and to governors for transit capital and operating assistance in urbanized areas and for transportation-related planning. Funding can support rural areas if the service provided also impacts a rural area. The funds can be used for transit EV charging, infrastructure planning, workforce development, and medium- or heavy-duty vehicle acquisition. Please see below for funding match information:
For more information please visit the website.
Distributed by the Department of Transportation
The window for applications is closed for fiscal year (FY) 2023
This program, otherwise known as the National Infrastructure Project
Assistance program, supports large, complex projects that are difficult
to fund by other means and likely to generate national or regional
economic, mobility, or safety benefits. This includes funding for light-duty EV chargers, commercial EV chargers, and infrastructure planning. For more information, please visit the website.
Distributed by the Denali Commission, an independent federal agency
The application window is open until the funds are expended
This program assists the Denali Commission in lowering the cost of energy for families and individuals in areas with extremely high per-household energy costs (275% of the national average or higher) in the Denali Commission service area. For the purposes of this program, the high energy cost benchmarks effective are:
For more information, please see the website.
Distributed by the U.S Department of Agriculture
Applications are closed on April 9, 2024
There two types of UAIP Grants: Planning Projects and Implementation Projects. The estimated funding floor is $75,000 and the funding ceiling is $350,000.
UAIP Grant projects can focus on improving food accessibility, enhancing
educational opportunities, supporting new farmers by covering business
and startup expenses, and formulating policies addressing urban
production requirements such as zoning. Projects are expected to be
completed in 36 months; those with less than 36 months in duration will not be considered.
Distributed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Rural Development
The window for applications is quarterly
The Intermediary Relending Program provides 1% low-interest loans to locality lenders or “intermediaries” that re-lend to businesses to improve economic conditions and create jobs in rural communities. Intermediaries relending the capital to other parties with a maximum loan of $250k or 75 percent of the total project. The quarterly windows for applying to this competitive fund are:
Distributed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Rural Development
The window for applications is to be determined for fiscal year (FY) 2024
This program assists energy providers and other eligible entities in lowering energy costs for families and individuals in areas with extremely high per-household energy costs in rural areas. Applicants can receive between $100,000 to $3 million in funds. For more information, please visit the website.
Distributed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Rural Development
The window for applications is to be determined for fiscal year (FY) 2024
Match funding requirement: At least 25 percent cash equity
This program provides funding for distributed generation projects, including generation from renewable resources, providing more power supply options for rural communities. EV chargers are included in this funding, with eligible applicants being:
Please visit this website for additional information on how the funds can be utilized and requirements.
Distributed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Rural Development
The window for applications is open year-round
This program makes insured loans and loan guarantees to finance the construction of electric distribution, transmission, and generation facilities in rural areas. Applicants must be retail or power supply providers. The loan guarantees up to 100% credit with 100% of the construction work plan financed. For more information, please see the website.
Electric Infrastructure Loan & Loan Guarantees, Light-Duty EV Set-Aside
As part of the Electric Infrastructure Loan & Loan Guarantee Program, this program sets aside funding for light-duty EV procurement for applicants. Eligible applicants are nonprofit and cooperative associations, tribes, public bodies, and other utilities in rural areas.
Distributed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Rural Development
The window for applications is open
This program provides loans to finance energy efficiency and conservation projects for commercial, industrial, and residential consumers. This includes light-duty EV charging and infrastructure planning. Applicants must be in a rural area as well as be a utilities and/or an entity in the business of providing:
For more information, please visit the website.
Distributed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Rural Development
The window for applications is closed
This program’s funds may be used for the purpose of implementing energy efficiency measures to decrease energy use or costs for rural families and small businesses. This includes light-duty charging and light-duty EV acquisition. Eligible applicants for the program are:
For more details, such as the terms of the loan, please visit the website.
Distributed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Rural Development
The window for applications is closed
The Rural Placemaking Innovation Challenge assists rural communities in creating plans to enhance capacity for multiple purposes, including EV charging in the community.
Distributed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Rural Development
The window for applications is year-round
This program offers loan guarantees to lenders for their loans to rural businesses. This includes funding for light-duty EV chargers, infrastructure planning, and workforce development. Eligible applicants include the following lenders:
For more information, please visit the website.
Distributed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Rural Development
The window for applications is closed
The Rural Business Development Grants provides technical assistance and training for small rural businesses for activities related to rural EV charging, and more. Smaller grant funding requests are given higher priority.
Distributed by the USDA Rural Development
The application deadline has passed for fiscal year 2023
The Rural Energy for America Program Energy Audit provides funding for an energy audit process to determine eligibility for the Renewable Energy Development Assistance. This allows applicants to receive renewable energy technical assistance with a site assessment. This can be used for EV charging station site assessment.
Distributed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Closed January 2024
The 2023 Clean School Bus (CSB) Rebate Program offers school districts, tribal organizations, and eligible contractors the opportunity to replace existing school buses with clean and zero-emission models. The last round of Clean School Bus funding included additional funding for ADA-compliant buses and shipping costs for awardees in Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, and Northern Mariana Islands.
Distributed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Priority Climate Action Plans due to EPA by March 1, 2024
Implementation Applications are Due April 1, 2024
The Carbon Pollution Reduction Grant Implementation Grants: General Competition awards funding to state and local governments, agencies, and tribes to implement greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction measures as identified in a Priority Climate Action Plan (PCAP) developed under a CPRG planning grant. Lead organizations who have been awarded under the CPRG Planning Grant OR state and territorial agencies, municipalities, air pollution control agencies, and tribes that did not directly receive planning grant funds can seek funding to implement one or more measures included in an applicable PCAP.
Distributed by Federal Highway Association
Awarded January 2024
First Round of 10% NEVI set aside — grant program subject to change for round 2
The Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Reliability and Accessibility Accelerator program aims to increase the reliability of the national public charging network, by providing grants to state and local governments to help them address broken and non-operational EV chargers. The program covers repair or replacement of chargers currently listed on the Alternative Fuels Data Center’s (AFDC) Station Locator as temporarily unavailable.
Distributed by the Federal Transit Administration
Community Match Requirement: Up to 20% depending on project
Applications due April 25, 2024
The Grants for Buses and Bus Facilities Program allows eligible entities to replace and rehabilitate buses and related equipment. The program also allows eligible entities to modify low- or no-emission vehicle facilities. The program is focused on allowing communities to increase the quality of and access to clean transportation. Funding for the program is provided through competitive grants and formula allocations. Recipients of grant funds who plan to use funds for zero-emission vehicles are required to devote 5% of funds to workforce development. Program updates and applications can be found here.
Distributed by the Department of Transportation/Federal Transit Authority
Applications released annually.
The Electric or Low Emitting Ferry Pilot Program provides grants for the purchase of electric ferries and associated charging infrastructure.
Distributed by the Federal Highway Administration
Application window: Applications closed, will reopen in 2024
Match funding requirement: 20% local match
The Discretionary Grant Program for Charging and Fueling Infrastructure consists of $2.5 billion million dollars to complement the build-out of EV charging infrastructure along alternative fuel corridors. States, cities, metropolitan planning organizations, and local governments are eligible recipients and can receive the grant.
Of the $2.5 billion, $1.25 billion is set aside for community and corridor grants, with priority given to applications serving rural areas, low- and middle-income areas, and in areas with a high ratio of multi-unit dwellings to single-family homes.
The Charging and Fueling Infrastructure program includes two streams of funding; one focused on community charging and one focused on corridor charging. Though each stream has distinct eligibility, public entities are allowed to peruse both grant funding opportunities in one application allowing funding to move farther, faster.
Businesses that want to install EV charging stations should partner with local governments and cities to become a “site host” for charging infrastructure. Under this grant, the charging infrastructure must be located on a public road or in other publicly accessible locations, such as public buildings, public schools, public parks, or in publicly accessible parking facilities owned or managed by a private entity.
Program updates will be posted here. and the EC’s resources on CFI can be found here.
Distributed by the Internal Revenue Service
Available from Jan. 1, 2023–Dec. 31, 2032
As of January 1, 2023, the The Used Clean Vehicle Tax Credit will allow individuals to receive a tax credit of 30% of the sale price, with a maximum credit of $4,000 for a used electric vehicle. Individuals will also be able to “transfer” the credit to a qualified dealer and receive the credit as a point-of-sale incentive instead of a tax credit.
To qualify, a vehicle must meet all of these requirements:
For more information on qualified vehicles, please visit the website. For the full listing of vehicles, please visit fueleconomy.gov.
Distributed by the Department of Energy to each state
Funded from Aug. 26, 2022–Sept. 30, 2026
The State Energy Program (SEP) provides funding and technical assistance to states for various programs and projects that enhance energy security and increase energy affordability. Projects that involve the build-out of EV charging infrastructure and infrastructure planning are eligible activities under the SEP program, particularly for rural areas. Technical assistance is also offered through the program. Investments to enhance the resilience of critical infrastructure, such as the electric grid, are eligible, along with investments that expand the use of renewable energy sources and infrastructure needs for the transmission and distribution system, which support EV charging. Projects for workforce development are also eligible.
Local governments and cities should take note of this program and partner with states on EV projects and/or programs. Learn more about the State Energy Program here.
Distributed by the Federal Highway Administration to each state
Funded from Oct. 1, 2021–Sept. 30, 2026
The Surface Transportation Block Grant (STBG) Program provides funding to states for specific projects that address state and local transportation needs. States are required to work together with regional transportation planning organizations and metropolitan planning organizations to decide how best to use some of the funding. States may also use up to 15% of the funding on critical rural freight corridors. Changes in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law now allow for EV charging infrastructure and vehicle-to-grid infrastructure to qualify as eligible projects.
Distributed by the Federal Aviation Administration
Application deadline: Nov. 1 (annual deadline)
The Voluntary Airport Low Emissions Program supports airports and associated entities in improving the air quality at airports in nonattainment areas. Funding can be used towards installing electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, infrastructure planning, and EV acquisition.
Distributed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)
Funded from Oct. 1, 2021–Sept. 30, 2026
The USDA Assistance for Rural Cooperative supports rural communities in enhancing the resiliency and reliability of rural electric systems.
Distributed by the Department of Transportation
The application deadline is February 28, 2024
The Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity is for road, rail, transit, and port projects that work towards achieving national objectives. The eligibility requirements of RAISE allow state and local level entities to obtain funding for multimodal, multi-jurisdictional projects that are more difficult to support through traditional DOT programs. The program includes funding for light- to heavy-duty charging infrastructure and light- to heavy-duty EV purchasing or leasing. For more information, please visit the website.
Distributed by the Federal Highway Administration
Funded from Oct 1, 2021–Sept 30, 2026
Match funding requirement: 20%
Ability to stack with other programs: TBD
The Reduction of Truck Emissions at Port Facilities Grant Program provides funding to study truck idling and zero-emission alternatives at ports.
Additionally, the program provides funding to eligible entities for deployment projects in or adjacent to ports that reduce port emissions.
Eligible projects must reduce emissions from truck idling at ports and may include:
Funding will be made available each fiscal year.
Distributed by the Department of Agriculture, Rural Development The window for applications is quarterly
The Rural Economic Development Loan & Grant Program provides funding for rural EV charging station projects through local utility organizations, who in turn, pass through to local businesses as the ultimate recipients. For the grant program, recipients can receive a max of $300,000. For the loan program, it is a zero-percent interest with a max of $2 million. The quarterly windows for applicants are:
Distributed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture
Application windows: See below
Match requirement: 60% for a grant, 25% for a loan
Ability to stack with other programs: TBD
The Rural Energy for America Program Renewable Energy Systems and Energy Efficiency Improvement Guaranteed Loans and Grant program provides funding to agricultural producers and small businesses in rural locations for the purchase, installation, and construction of energy efficiency improvements, which may include commercial EV charging infrastructure and EV acquisition according to the Department of Transportation rural toolkit.
Application windows begin on the following dates:
Distributed by the Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration
Funded from Oct 1, 2022–Sept 30, 2026
FY24 Applications due on April 30, 2024
The Port Infrastructure Development Program supports planning and technical assistance for the electrification of ports. EV charging infrastructure for electric drayage vehicles and medium- and heavy-duty EVs, as well as related grid upgrades, are also eligible.
View the FY24 grant opportunity here.
Distributed continuously by the U.S. Department of Commerce
Match Funding Requirement: Cost share is required for projects funded under this NOFO; at least 20% of total project costs based on the relative needs of the region
Ability to stack with other programs: Yes, but any awarded federal funding must be disclosed in the application
The Public Works and Economic Adjustment Assistance Program (PWEAA) provides grants to states, nonprofits, tribal entities, local governments, and educational institutions for projects in distressed communities, including those impacted by changes to the coal economy. The financial investment provides resources to meet the construction or infrastructure design needs of communities so they can be more economically competitive. Projects can include the installation of EV charging infrastructure, workforce development for EV projects, and EV infrastructure planning. Applications will be done through EDA’s Economic Development Grants Experience (EDGE) portal.
Distributed by the Federal Highway Administration
Funded from Oct 1, 2022–Sept 30, 2026
Match funding requirement: TBD
Ability to stack with other programs: TBD
The Neighborhood Access and Equity grants program will allow eligible applicants to plan and enact projects that improve connectivity in neighborhoods that have been negatively impacted by mass transportation. There are eight categories of eligible applicants: a state or local government; a political subdivision of a state; an Indian tribe; a territory of the U.S; a special purpose district or public authority with a transportation function; a metropolitan planning organization; and a nonprofit organization or institution of higher education that has a partnership with any of the preceding seven eligible applicant categories. Eligible projects include those that support technologies (like EVs), infrastructure (EV charging infrastructure), and activities that reduce surface transportation associated with greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution.
A portion of funding is set aside for economically disadvantaged communities.
Program details will be linked to this page as they become available.
Distributed by the Federal Highway Administration
Funded from Sept. 30, 2022–Sept. 30, 2027
Match funding requirement: 20%
The National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) formula funds will go directly to states to allow for the construction of EV charging infrastructure along identified alternative fuel corridors.
How each state implements the awarded funding is determined by each state’s approved NEVI plan. Businesses located along the identified alternative fuel corridors can elect to be a “site host” for the EV charging stations. Businesses must be located no more than one mile off the corridors and must also meet other parameters, such as lighting and public amenity (i.e., restroom) requirements, in addition to the power capability for the EV charging stations.
The Joint Office of Energy and Transportation offers technical assistance to applicants.
Distributed by IRS
Funded from Jan 1, 2023 - Dec 31, 2032
The New Clean Vehicle Tax Credit (30D) will allow individuals to receive a credit of up to $7,500 of a new electric vehicle. The individual must meet certain income requirements, and the qualified vehicle must also meet certain requirements such as MSRP price, final assembly and requirements for how the minerals in the battery and battery components were sourced. As of December 31, 2023, individuals will also be able to “transfer” the credit to a qualified dealer and receive the credit as a point-of-sale incentive instead of a tax credit.
If you take possession of a new EV on or after April 18, 2023, it must meet critical mineral and battery component requirements to fully qualify for the credit. Under this ruling, the amount of credits received are the following
For more information on qualified vehicles, please visit the website. For the full listing of vehicles, please visit fueleconomy.gov.
Distributed by the Environmental Protection Agency
Funded from Dec. 14, 2022–Sept. 30, 2031
Match funding requirement: none
Ability to stack with other programs: TBD
EPA’s Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle Program will provide rebates and/or grants to eligible applicants for the incremental cost of replacing non-zero emission vehicles with EVs or installing EV charging infrastructure; for workforce development and training to support the maintenance of EV charging stations; or for planning and technical activities. Eligible applicants include states, local governments, Indian tribes, and nonprofit school transportation associations. The grants and/or rebates can only be used to replace Class 6 or 7 vehicles, however. A specific amount of funding is set aside for replacing vehicles in non-attainment areas. See the program’s RFI here.
Distributed by the Federal Transit Administration
Funded from Oct 1, 2021–Sept 30, 2026
2024 proposals due on April 25
Match funding requirement: At least 15% in the case of the purchase or lease of a transit bus and at least 10% for EV charging infrastructure
Ability to stack with other programs: Yes
The Low or No Emission vehicle program allows eligible applicants to purchase low- or no-emission transit buses. The Low-No program focuses on lessening emissions from public transit buses. Eligible applicants include states, local governments, and Indian tribes. 25% of Low-No funding is allocated for low-emission vehicles, and 75% is allocated for zero-emission vehicles. Program funding may also be applied to workforce training and EV charging infrastructure.
Distributed by Department of Transportation to each state
Funded from Oct. 1, 2021–Sept. 30, 2026
Match funding requirement: 5-10% if on the Interstate System; 20% otherwise
The National Highway Freight Program provides states with funding to improve freight movement on the National Highway Freight Network (NHFN) and reduce its environmental impact, including EV charging infrastructure and infrastructure planning. Local governments in rural settings and urban environments should take note and partner with their states on depot charging sites.
Distributed by the Federal Highway Administration to each state
Funded from Oct. 1, 2021–Sept. 30, 2026
The National Highway Performance Program supports states’ highway electrification by funding planning and service equipment.
Distributed by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
Available from Jan. 1, 2023–Dec. 31, 2032
The Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit will allow individuals to receive a tax credit of 30% of the cost of the EV charging infrastructure, with a maximum amount of $1,000. To be eligible, the individual must be located in a low-income community or a non-urban area. The IRS is working to provide further clarity to taxpayers on the eligible locations. An individual may also elect to transfer the amount of the credit to an applicable entity (i.e., possibly the EV charging station provider) and receive the credit instead as a point-of-sale incentive.
Businesses will receive a 6% tax credit for the cost of the EV charging infrastructure, with a maximum amount of $100,000 per unit of property (i.e., per charging station). If the EV charging infrastructure installed by the business meets certain prevailing wage and apprenticeship requirements, the eligible tax credit increases to 30%. The business must be in an eligible location: a low-income community or a non-urban area. The IRS is working to provide further clarity on these eligible locations. Businesses may also elect to transfer the amount of the credit to an applicable entity (i.e., possibly the EV charging station provider) and receive the credit instead as a point-of-sale incentive.
Tax-exempt entities are also eligible for the tax credit via a direct pay option. Additional guidance from the IRS on how cities, states, and other tax-exempt entities can take advantage of the credit is forthcoming.
Distributed by the Federal Highway Administration to each state
The application deadline occurs on an annual basis and varies based on state and territory
The Federal Lands Access Program (FLAP), or the Access Program, was established to improve transportation facilities adjacent to or located within Federal lands. Supplementing state and local resources, there is a heavy emphasis on applying the funding to project sites with high-use recreation sites and economic generators. Applicable funding scenarios include workforce development, infrastructure planning, light-, medium-, and heavy-duty EV purchases or leases, and light-duty charging infrastructure.
For more information on which regions are open for applications and how to apply, please visit the website.
Distributed by the Environmental Protection Agency
Funding available until Sept. 20, 2024
Match funding requirement: No
Ability to stack with other programs: Yes
The Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund will provide nearly $27 Billion in competitive grants to finance clean energy projects that reduce pollution. This program has special emphasis on projects that support low-income and disadvantaged communities. Much of the funding from the Greenhouse Gas Reduction fund will be distributed by national nonprofits directly to regional entities. The program has three major funding streams:
Distributed by the Department of Energy
Available from Jan. 2023 until expended
Grants for Energy Improvements in Public Schools will allow public schools to access funding for energy efficiency and renewable energy improvements, as well as for EV charging infrastructure. The DOE anticipates releasing the next round of funding in Spring 2024.
Distributed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Match funding requirement: 0-20%
Applications are due on May 28, 2024
Maximum project timeline: Dec. 1, 2024–Nov. 30, 2028
The Clean Ports Program provides eligible applicants funding for climate and air quality planning and deployment of zero-emission technologies, including electric port equipment, vehicles, and charging infrastructure. A total of $3 billion will be awarded in a single funding round through the Zero-Emission Technology Deployment Competition and the Climate and Air Quality Planning Competition notices of funding opportunity (NOFOs). Eligible entities are allowed and encouraged to apply to both competitions. Eligible projects through the Zero-Emission Technology Deployment Competition include battery electric and hydrogen fuel equipment, their supporting infrastructure, and zero-emission technology deployment support activities. Eligible projects through the Climate and Air Quality Planning Competition include emissions inventory and accounting exercise (required), strategy analysis and goal-settling, stakeholder collaboration and communication, and resilience planning.
Distributed by the Environmental Protection Agency
Funded from Dec. 28, 2020–Sept. 30, 2024
Match funding requirement: 0–75%; depends on type of project
Ability to stack with other programs: TBD
The DERA program helps eligible applicants improve air quality and human health by reducing diesel emissions from medium- and heavy-duty (MHD) vehicles. Eligible applicants include regional, state, local, and tribal agencies; port authorities; and nonprofits that perform pollution reduction services or primarily focus on transportation or air quality. Eligible diesel vehicles include school and transit buses, Class 5–8 trucks, off-road diesel equipment, and locomotives.
The 2022–2023 funding round closed on December 1, 2023. Selected projects are expected be to notified in March 2024 with awards being announced June 2024 to August 2024.
Distributed by the Environmental Protection Agency
Funded from Oct. 1, 2022–Sept. 30, 2026
Initial grant opportunities available now
Match funding requirement: TBD
Ability to stack with other programs: TBD
The Environmental and Climate Justice Block grant program will support eligible applicants in enacting community-led electrification projects in disadvantaged communities. Projects can include the purchase of EVs, installation of EV charging infrastructure, and also workforce development projects. All projects must reduce greenhouse gas emissions and other air pollutants. Eligible applicants include community-based nonprofit organizations, a partnership of community-based nonprofit organizations, or a partnership between a Native American tribe, local government, an institution of higher education, and a community-based nonprofit organization.
Technical assistance to eligible applicants is also available under this program.
The EPA is actively seeking comments related to the development of the NOFO for this program, and updates are posted here.
Distributed continuously by the U.S. Department of Agriculture
Technical assistance provided by local National Resources Conservation Services offices
The Environmental Quality Incentives Program supports individuals in rural areas who wish to electrify their homes and farms.
Distributed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Funded from Oct 1, 2021–Sept 30, 2026
The EPA’s Clean School Bus program awards funding to school districts that wish to purchase electric school buses and associated EV charging infrastructure to provide students with a cleaner and healthier ride to school. Technical assistance is also available under this program.
The 2023 Notice of Funding Opportunity can be found here.
Distributed by the Department of Agriculture, Rural Development
The window for applications is open year-round
As part of the Community Facilities Direct Loan and Grant Programs, the Community Facilities Grant Program provides additional funding, along with that for vehicle acquisition for communities in rural areas. The terms for grant approval are:
2. Maximum of 55 percent when the proposed project is:
3. Maximum of 35 percent when the proposed project is:
4. Maximum of 15 percent when the proposed project is:
Distributed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture
Application announced by funding notice annually
Match funding requirement: An applicant’s CIG funding request must be matched at least 1:1 with non-federal funding. Matching funds can be any combination of cash and in-kind contributions.
Ability to stack with other programs: Yes, Non-Federal
Conservation Innovation Grants allow eligible applicants to design and enact programs that support conservation on private lands. Three funding categories exist with different eligible applicants: national competitive grants, state competitive grants, and national “on-farm” trials. EV charging infrastructure is likely an eligible project. Local governments, Indian tribes, individuals, and agricultural businesses that plan to install EV charging infrastructure (for light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles) should also take note of this program. Applicants will note that the timing of funding notices depends on each grant.
Distributed by Federal Aviation Administration
Applications due annually by Nov. 1
The Airport Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program is designed to allow eligible applicants to improve air quality around airports. EV acquisition, charging infrastructure installation, and infrastructure planning are also eligible projects. Airports in nonattainment with Environmental Protection Agency air quality standards receive priority on applications.
Distributed by the Federal Highway Administration to each state
Funded from Oct. 1, 2021–Sept. 30, 2026
Match funding requirement: 0–20%
Fund transfers to/from other programs: Up to 50% of CMAQ funds can be transferred to programs such as the National Highway Freight Program and the Carbon Reduction Program, and vice versa.
CMAQ allows eligible applicants to champion air quality by purchasing medium- and heavy-duty electric vehicles and EV charging infrastructure. Eligible entities include state departments of transportation, local governments, and transit agencies. Non-government organizations may apply for funding if they enter into a public-private partnership with the above eligible entities. More information on CMAQ public-private partnerships can be found here. Projects must be located in nonattainment or maintenance areas for ozone, carbon monoxide, and/or particulate matter.
Distributed by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
Available from Jan. 1, 2023–Dec. 31, 2032
Businesses that buy a qualified commercial EV may qualify for the Commercial Clean Vehicle Tax Credit of up to $40,000 under Internal Revenue Code 45W. The credit equals the lesser of:
The maximum credit is $7,500 for qualified vehicles that weigh under 14,000 pounds (mostly light-duty vehicles) and $40,000 for all other vehicles.
Tax-exempt entities are also eligible for the tax credit via elective pay, or direct pay, option. Proposed guidance from the IRS on how cities, states, and other tax-exempt entities can take advantage of the credit can be found here. Final guidance is forthcoming.
Individuals who wish to lease a passenger car should be aware of this tax credit. While the dealership or the automaker would claim the tax credit, the dealership or automaker should pass the value of the tax credit back to the consumer, resulting in a reduced vehicle price.
The IRS is finalizing the form to claim this credit.
Distributed by the Federal Highway Administration to each state
Funded from Oct. 1, 2021–Sept. 30, 2026
Match funding requirement: 20% match required
Ability to stack with other programs: Funds can be combined with other eligible USDOT funding for projects, if the eligibility requirements and applicable Federal share are met for each program
The Carbon Reduction Program provides funding to state and local governments to develop carbon reduction strategies and fund projects to reduce carbon emissions from on-road highway sources.
Amy Malaki is the Director of Partnerships and Policy at SkyNRG and SkyNRG Americas, pioneering global leaders in sustainable aviation fuel production and supply. Prior to SkyNRG, Amy was the Associate Director for the transportation portfolio at the ClimateWorks Foundation where she developed philanthropic investment strategies to advance a sustainable, equitable and low-carbon mobility system. She also pioneered the organization’s international aviation decarbonization strategy. Prior to that she focused on Asia business development at Better Place, a Silicon Valley electric vehicle network startup. She has a B.A. in Chinese and China studies from the University of Washington and an M.A. in international policy studies (energy and environment) from Stanford University.