Funding & Project Resources

Background and Award Information

The Maryland Energy Administration (MEA) has released a Funding Opportunity Announcement for the FY2026 Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Rebate Program. The program provides incentives to expand the State’s electric vehicles charging infrastructure by providing rebates for costs incurred from acquiring and installing eligible EVSE. Applications must be submitted to MEA only after the EVSE is fully installed and operational. A total of $2.5M of funding is available to individuals and commercial applicants.

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Important Dates

Rebates are issued on a first-come, first-served basis as funds are available, or through June 1, 2026.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The New Jersey Fleet Advisor (NJFA) is requesting applications for Round 2 of its Fleet Electrification Assistance program. With funding provided by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP), NJFA provides 100% free fleet electrification feasibility analysis to vehicle fleets in New Jersey. Selected fleets will receive a personalized Fleet Electrification Roadmap.

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Eligible Applicants

The program has 15 spots available to public, private, or non-profit fleets and school districts.

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Important Dates

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The Delta Regional Authority has released a Notice of Funding Availability for the 2025 Community Infrastructure Fund (CIF). The CIF provides direct investment for public infrastructure and transportation infrastructure to communities in the Mississippi River Delta and Alabama Black Belt regions. Most project award amounts will range from $500,000 to $2 million, based on the project type and application score.

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Eligible Applicants

Eligible Applicants include Counties/parishes, cities, or other local government subdivisions, public or private nonprofit organizations, regional and economic development organizations, workforce boards, labor unions, community and faith-based organizations, colleges, trade schools, and minority-serving institutions, and federally recognized Tribes.

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Important Dates

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background Information

DOT has issued a NOFO for the PROTECT Program. The purpose of this NOFO is to provide grants on a competitive basis for projects that seek to strengthen surface transportation to be more resilient to natural hazards, including climate change, sea level rise, heat waves, flooding, extreme weather events, and other natural disasters.

There are four categories of funding under the PROTECT Discretionary Grant Program:

1. Planning Grants 
2. Resilience Improvement Grants
3. Community Resilience and Evacuation Route Grants
4. At-Risk Coastal Infrastructure Grants

There is a total of $576 million available in funding for FY24 and FY25 for all categories combined. There is $300 million available in funding for FY26 for all categories combined.

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Eligible Applicants

The PROTECT Discretionary Grant Program provides broad applicant eligibility for all levels of government to be direct recipients of funds, including states, territories, Metropolitan Planning Organizations, local governments, Indian Tribes, public transportation agencies, and port authorities.

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Important Dates

FY24 and FY25 applications are due February 24, 2025, and FY26 applications are due February 24, 2026.

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With the increasing number of opportunities of interest to CTE and our members, we are not able to pursue projects to the same extent as we have in the past. However, if you are interested in pursuing funding under this opportunity, CTE may be able to support your application through our Grant Writing as a Service program.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

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Background and Award Information

The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) has announced $5 million in funding to support Level 2 AC EV charging stations at existing multifamily housing units through its Clean Fuel & Charging Infrastructure Program. EGLE will award up to $300,000 per applicant.

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Eligible Applicants

Any organization is eligible to apply.

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Important Dates

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until funds are exhausted.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality (WYDEQ) is offering more than $1 million in grant funding through the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act to support the early replacement of model year 2004–2009 diesel school buses. Additionally, WYDEQ is accepting applications from municipalities and county governments for funding to replace model year 2000–2016 medium- and heavy-duty trucks, as well as transit buses.

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Important Dates

Funding for both of these areas will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) has announced the second round of its Diesel Modernization Program, providing funding to replace medium- and heavy-duty diesel vehicles (MHDV) with electric. NJDEP is making $35 million available for local government vehicle electrification projects, such as shuttles, transit buses, garbage trucks, dump trucks, and Type A/B school bus replacements. Awards will include flat incentive amounts based on vehicle type and class.

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Important Dates

Applications will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The Maryland Energy Administration has announced the Community Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Program for FY 2025. The purpose of the Program is to increase access to affordable and reliable electric vehicle (EV) charging networks and reduce transportation greenhouse gas emissions in low and moderate income, overburdened, and underserved communities in Maryland. The Program accomplishes this by providing grant funding through three Areas of Interest: 1 - EV Infrastructure Planning, 2-Make-Ready Installations, and 3 - EVSE Installations.

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Eligible Applicants

Eligible applicants include Maryland businesses, nonprofits, and state, tribal, and local government entities.

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Important Dates

The program is noncompetitive and awards will be awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis. Applications will be accepted until March 28, 2025, or until all funding has been awarded.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The California Volkswagen Mitigation Trust’s Zero-Emission Freight and Marine Program’s deadline has been extended. There is $25 million in funding available.

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Eligible Applicants

The following zero-emission projects are eligible for funding: repowering marine vessels, including ferries, tugboats, and towboats to zero-emission; replacing heavy-lift forklifts with zero-emission alternatives; and replacing cargo handling equipment including terminal tractors with zero-emission alternatives. Eligible applicants include individuals, businesses, nonprofits, or government entities based in California or with a California-based affiliate.

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Important Dates

Applications are being accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until the program becomes oversubscribed, at which point applications will be placed on a waitlist and be considered as funding becomes available.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The California Energy Commission (CEC) recently announced the upcoming availability of equipment incentives for DC fast chargers through the California Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Project 2.0 (CALeVIP 2.0) Fast Charge California Project block grant. Incentives can cover 100% of approved costs and include $55,000 per charging port with power greater than 150 kW or less than 275 kW and $100,000 per charging port with power greater than or equal to 275 kW.

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Important Dates

Funding will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis to projects that have issued a permit and final utility service design.

Update – The application window has been postponed to open August 5, 2025 and close October 29, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The Washington Department of Commerce has issued a Request for Applications for the Tribal Electric Boats Program. There is $4,750,000 in funding available to tribes to support the electrification of marine propulsion power for tribal fishing vessels, including boats for research and patrol activities. Funds can be used for project management, engineering, new vessels, vessel repowers, engine retrofits, charging pedestals, make-ready infrastructure, ongoing operations and maintenance, and other project-related costs.

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Eligible Applicants

Eligible applicants include tribes or enterprises operated by federally-recognized tribes whose traditional lands and territories included parts of Washington or were adjacent to Washington’s border.

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Important Dates

Applications are due October 23, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) is accepting applications from locomotive owners to receive grant funds to partially fund pre-Tier 4 engine freight switcher locomotive repower or replacement in Minnesota with cleaner Tier 4 diesel engines or zero-emission motors. The MPCA anticipates awarding approximately $1.4 million for freight switcher locomotive repower/replacement projects.

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Important Dates

Applications are due October 22, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) announced $3.7 million is available to support hydrogen fuel cell-based design for power generation and industrial processes. The funding is provided through NYSERDA’s Advanced Fuels and Thermal Energy Storage Program and seeks to support the design of viable configurations for hydrogen fuel cell-based resources to support dispatchable zero-emission firm capacity or decarbonize hard to electrify industrial processes.

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Important Dates

Applications are due October 6, 2025.

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If you are interested in pursuing funding under this opportunity, CTE may be able to support your application through our Grant Writing as a Service program.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

Update: The California Energy Commission’s EnergIIZE Commercial Vehicles Fast Track 2025 Funding Lane is now open. EnergIIZE provides reimbursement-style grants to projects that deploy zero-emission vehicle charging and refueling infrastructure in support of medium- and heavy-duty fleets. Maximum awards of up to $5 million are available for electric vehicle and hydrogen projects on a per charging port or hydrogen dispenser basis.

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Important Dates

Update –  Applications are due October 2, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

South Coast Air Quality Management District issued a Request for Proposals for the Battery-Electric Switcher Locomotive Program. There is $190,800,000 in funding available for new battery-electric switcher locomotives and supporting charging infrastructure. Projects must be located within the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim and Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario Metropolitan Statistical Areas, which include Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino counties.

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Eligible Applicants

Eligible applicants include locomotive manufacturers partnering with a rail operator and owners and/or operators of switcher locomotives.

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Important Dates

Proposals are due September 30, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation has released a Request for Concept Papers for the Grid Resilience Formula Grant Program which seeks to improve resilience of the electric grid against disruptive events. Concept papers can be submitted by electric distribution providers in Tennessee for eligible grid resilience projects.

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Important Dates

An informational webinar will be held August 4, 2025.

Concept papers are due September 24, 2025, and are required in order for applicants to submit full proposals. 

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality is accepting applications for its 2025 Vehicle Replacement Program. This program provides reimbursement rebates for up to 45% of the cost of vehicles and electric vehicle infrastructure when replacing an eligible diesel vehicle with an electric vehicle equivalent.

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Important Dates

Applications are due September 22, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) has announced $4 million in available funding through its Electric Vehicle (EV) Managed Charging program. This funding aims to support innovative technologies in the New York Avangrid service territory that helps to improve efficiency for delivering clean energy to the State’s electric grid. NYSERDA is seeking product development or demonstration projects that will help to enable the control of bi-directional data and broaden the range of integration options available to managed charging programs and their participants.

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Important Dates

Applications are due September 16, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) has released its second solicitation for Light-Duty Zero Emission Vehicle Supply Equipment projects under the Fast Charge TN Network grant program. The Fast Charge TN Network will provide financial assistance to local power companies, for-profit and non-profit organizations, and governmental entities, including local governments pur public institutions of higher education based in Tennessee. There is $2.8 million of funding available for eligible projects.

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Important Dates

Applications are due September 12, 2025.

TDEC will host a mandatory application workshop webinar on July 14, 2025. 

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The North Central Texas Council of Governments has released the North Texas Diesel Emissions Reduction Call for Projects (CFP). This CFP will fund replacement of existing diesel-powered medium- and heavy-duty vehicles or equipment to newer, cleaner vehicles or equipment operating in the Dallas-Fort Worth 10 county ozone nonattainment area. Eligible projects include Class 5-8 medium-and heavy-duty highway vehicles, nonroad engines, transport refrigeration units, SmartWay verified idle reduction technology on on-road highway vehicles, and locomotive engine replacement and locomotive shore power connections systems. Maximum funding levels vary by project type.

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Eligible Applicants

Private sector fleets and public fleets including agencies for high-use diesel vehicles and equipment operating at goods movement facilities like airports, rail yards, terminals, and distribution centers.

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Important Dates

The North Central Texas Council of Governments has extended the application deadline for the North Texas Diesel Emission Reduction Call for Projects (CFP) to September 12, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background

DOT has released funding for the purpose of improving the safety, efficiency, or reliability of the movement of goods through ports and intermodal connections to ports. Eligible projects include projects within the boundary of a port, or outside the boundary of a port and directly related to port operations or to an intermodal connection to a port that improves the safety, efficiency, or reliability of:

• The loading and unloading of goods at a port;

• The movement of goods into, out of, around, or within a port;

• Operational improvements at a port;

• Environmental and emissions mitigation measures; or

• Infrastructure that supports seafood and seafood-related businesses.

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It is anticipated that roughly $450 million in funding will be available.

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Eligible Applicants

Eligible applicants include states, political subdivisions of states or local governments, public agencies or publicly chartered authorities established by one or more states, special purpose districts with transportation functions, Indian Tribes or consortiums of Indian Tribes, multistate or multijurisdictional groups of entities previously described, or lead entities previously described jointly with private entities or groups of private entities, including owners or operators of facilities, or collections of facilities, at ports.

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Important Dates

Applications are due on April 30, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District announced the 2025 Clean Air Grants Program will begin accepting applications July 28, 2025. Applications for the replacement of diesel on-road trucks and buses and off-road equipment; repower of marine and stationary agricultural engines; installation of charging and hydrogen fueling infrastructure; zero-emission school bus fleet expansion; and locomotive replacement project categories are available now. Individual awards will range between $10,000 and $250,000.

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Important Dates

Begin accepting applications July 28, 2025

Applications are due September 5, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The Butte County Air Quality Management District is now accepting applications for projects replacing existing on-road and off-road heavy-duty vehicles with zero-emission equivalents. These grants are intended to support replacing polluting equipment earlier than required by regulation or normal attrition. A total of $170,000 of Carl Moyer Program funding and $200,000 of FARMER Program funding is available. Applications are due August 22, 2025.

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Important Dates

Applications are due August 22, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The Washington Department of Ecology has announced the opening of applications for its EV Charging Level 2: Charge Where You Are grant program. There is $4,000,000 in funding available to install four to 10 Level 2 plugs for multi-unit/multi-family residential charging, publicly available charging, and fleet and workplace charging within Washington.

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Eligible Applicants

Eligible applicants include businesses, non-profit organizations, public organizations, and tribal governments.

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Important Dates

Applications are due August 21, 2025.
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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The State of Washington’s Department of Ecology plans to announce the next round of funding for electric vehicle charging infrastructure through the Charge Where You Are program. A total of $2 million in grant funding is available for this round.

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Eligible Applicants

Eligible applicants include businesses, nonprofit organizations, public entities, and Tribal governments. Projects must involve the installation of four to 10 Level 2 charging plugs at multi-unit residential properties, publicly accessible locations, or for fleet and workplace use.

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Important Dates

Applications are anticipated to open July 8, 2025 and will close August 21, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority has announced that incentives provided through the Charge Ready NY 2.0 Program have been expanded to further reduce equipment installation costs for Level 2 chargers. The available incentive amount has been increased from $2,000 to $3,000 per port, with properties located within disadvantaged communities being eligible for an additional rebate of $1,000 per charging port. Additional key changes to the program include a reduction in the minimum number of ports required per site and changes in site eligibility. Remaining funding for the Charge Ready NY 2.0 Program is $4.25 million.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) has announced that the Massachusetts Electric Vehicle Incentive Program Workplace and Fleet Program will now fund Level 1 and 2 charging station projects for medium- and heavy-duty vehicle fleets, in addition to light-duty fleets. MassDEP provides up to 60% of the funding up to a maximum of $50,000 per street address for hardware and installation costs.

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Eligible Applicants

Eligible applicants include any entities with 15 or more employees in a non-residential place of business, and that have at least one light-, medium- or heavy-duty electric vehicle in their fleet or on order.

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Important Dates

Funds will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis until all available funding is spent.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The Colorado Energy Office (CEO) has announced the opening of its Charge Ahead Colorado Grant program, with additional funding now available via the Multifamily Housing (MFH) Portfolio Lane program. The MFH Portfolio Lane program provides funding for multifamily housing, businesses, governments, and communities to install Level 2 and direct current fast charging (DCFC) electric vehicle charging stations.

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Eligible Applicants

Eligible applicants include any public, private, or nonprofit entities, with the program offering up to $250,000 in funding per applicant.

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Important Dates

Applications for the standard and MFH Portfolio Lane program are due June 13, 2025. Entities interested in funding for projects requesting six or fewer Level 2 charging ports may apply beyond the June 13 deadline via Charge Ahead Colorado’s rolling application.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

‍Background and Award Information

Approximately $3 million in Oregon Zero Emissions Fueling Grant funding is available to develop plans and install public or private charging infrastructure for medium- and heavy-duty zero-emission vehicle fleets. Eligible applicants include public, private, and tribal entities within Oregon.

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Eligible Applicants

Oregon businesses, organizations, local governments, and individuals with medium- and heavy-duty diesel fleets.

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Important Dates

A webinar for the program is scheduled for 3 PM PDT June 18, 2025.

Applications are due August 15, 2025.

DEQ expects to announce the availability of approximately $17 million in additional funding for the ZERO Fleet Program in the near future.

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If you are interested in pursuing funding under this opportunity, CTE may be able to support your application through our Grant Writing as a Service program.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

‍Background and Award Information

Approximately $4.8 million in Clean Truck Grant Program funding is available to scrap and replace diesel vehicles with new zero-emission vehicles.

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Eligible Applicants

Oregon businesses, organizations, local governments, and individuals with medium- and heavy-duty diesel fleets.

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Important Dates

A webinar for the program is scheduled for 3 PM PDT June 18, 2025.

Applications are due August 15, 2025.

DEQ expects to announce the availability of approximately $17 million in additional funding for the ZERO Fleet Program in the near future.

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If you are interested in pursuing funding under this opportunity, CTE may be able to support your application through our Grant Writing as a Service program.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

‍Background and Award Information

Approximately $8 million in Diesel Emissions Mitigation Grant Program funding is available to replace, repower, or retrofit diesel vehicles and equipment with zero-emission alternatives.

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Eligible Applicants

Oregon businesses, organizations, local governments, and individuals with medium- and heavy-duty diesel fleets.

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Important Dates

A webinar for the program is scheduled for 3 PM PDT June 18, 2025.

Applications are due August 15, 2025.

DEQ expects to announce the availability of approximately $17 million in additional funding for the ZERO Fleet Program in the near future.

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If you are interested in pursuing funding under this opportunity, CTE may be able to support your application through our Grant Writing as a Service program.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The California Volkswagen Mitigation Trust’s Zero-Emission Freight and Marine Program’s deadline has been extended. The following zero-emission projects are eligible for funding: repowering marine vessels, including ferries, tugboats, and towboats to zero-emission; replacing heavy-lift forklifts with zero-emission alternatives; and replacing cargo handling equipment including terminal tractors with zero-emission alternatives. Eligible applicants include individuals, businesses, nonprofits, or government entities based in California or with a California-based affiliate. There is $25 million in funding available.

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Eligible Applicants

Eligible applicants include individuals, businesses, nonprofits, or government entities based in California or with a California-based affiliate.

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Important Dates

Applications are due August 14, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District is expected to open off-road applications for its 2025 Community Air Quality Grant Solicitation on June 2, 2025. At least $2 million in funding will be made available to help replace older off-road tractors, forklifts, and other combustion-powered equipment with clean technology within Sacramento County. Funding is subject to Carl Moyer Program guidelines.

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Important Dates

Applications will remain open until funding is fully allocated to projects.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) has announced that the Vehicle-To-Everything Program is now open to applications. This new program will enable communities to explore the new grid-stabilization technology of Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) by providing awardees with a bi-directional charger and installation at their location free of charge. The program will also enroll eligible participants in utility programs which may provide additional compensation.

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Eligible Applicants

Eligible applicants include residential, commercial, and school districts who own or are in the process of purchasing an EV capable of bi-directional charging.

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Important Dates

School district applications will be open through May 30, 2025, and residential and commercial applications will be open through July 31, 2025.
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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The Georgia Environmental Protection Division (Georgia EPD) has announced $636,968 in funding for 2024 early school bus replacement projects for the purposes of reducing diesel emissions through the Diesel Emission Reduction Act State Clean Diesel Grant. Georgia EPD has issued a Request for Applications to school systems in Georgia. The program will provide funding for school systems to replace older, high emitting school bus models with newer, lower emitting models. Applicants are required to match a minimum of 85.5% of project costs.

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Important Dates

Applications are due July 28, 2025.
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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) has announced the availability of $12 million in funds for Grid Enhancing Technologies. NYSERDA seeks technologies that improve the performance of the electric power delivery system as it evolves with increasing renewable penetration as well as projects that help establish a pathway for products and services to gain market entry by addressing existing technical and economic barriers.

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Eligible Applicants

Eligible projects include research studies, product development, and demonstration projects that improve the resiliency, reliability and overall performance of the power grid.

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Important Dates

Applications are due July 15, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) has announced the opening of its Carl Moyer Memorial Air Quality Standards Attainment Program. Any owner of an eligible heavy-duty on-road or off-road project that operates at least 75% of the time within AQMD boundaries is eligible to apply. Approximately $43.3 million in funding is available, including AB 923 match funds. Funding is limited by cost-effectiveness per vehicle based on emission reductions.

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Eligible Applicants

The project must not be required by any federal, state or local rule or regulation and must be in compliance with California Air Resources Board regulations.

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Important Dates

Update – South Coast Air Quality Management District has extended the deadline to apply to the 2025 Carl Moyer Program. Applications are now due July 15, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background
The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has released the FY2025 combined Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Low or No Emission Grant Program (Low-No) and the Grants for Buses and Bus Facilities Competitive Program. FTA has allocated $1.1 billion in funds to support the deployment of low- or zero emission vehicles and related infrastructure through Low-No. Another $398 million is available for the Buses and Bus Facilities Program.

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Eligible Applicants
Eligible applicants include direct or designated recipients of FTA grants; States; local governmental authorities; and Indian Tribes. Except for projects proposed by Indian Tribes, proposals for funding eligible projects in rural (non-urbanized) areas must be submitted as part of a consolidated state proposal. States and other eligible applicants also may submit consolidated proposals for projects in urbanized areas.

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Important Dates
FTA will host a public webinar on June 4, 2025 from 2:00 to 3:30 pm ET.

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Applications are due July 14, 2025.

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Please reach out to us as soon as possible to learn how CTE can support your efforts applying for Low-No funding.

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For more information or to get started with us, please contact Director of Grants, Wendy Morgan, at [email protected]. We look forward to hearing from you.

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Background and Award Information

CEO’s Fleet Zero-Emission Resource Opportunity (Fleet-ZERO) grant program is currently open. Fleet-ZERO offers funding to support the charging needs of fleet owners and operators seeking to electrify their vehicles, as well as third-party providers intending to offer public charging and electric vehicle(EV) charging-as-a-service to fleets. The program will award up to $500,000 per applicant.

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Eligible Applicants

Eligible applicants include businesses, fleet charging providers, government and public institutions, independent contractors, nonprofit organizations, schools, transit agencies, and tribal governments and entities.

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Important Dates

Applications are due July 11, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Wendy Morgan ([email protected]).

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‍Background and Award Information

The Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality has re-opened applications for the Fiscal Year 2023–2024 Oklahoma Clean Diesel grant program. Approximately $650,000 in funding is available to replace diesel school buses with new diesel, gasoline, battery-electric, propane, or natural gas school buses ahead of normal attrition. The state may fund up to 45% of the cost of a 2021 model year or newer zero-emission replacement vehicle. This cost can include the purchase and installation of one charging unit per vehicle. Eligible applicants include all Oklahoma school districts transporting Pre-K–12 students. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until all funding has been awarded.

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Eligible Applicants

Eligible applicants include all Oklahoma school districts transporting Pre-K–12 students.

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Important Dates

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until all funding has been awarded.

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If you are interested in pursuing funding under this opportunity, CTE may be able to support your application through our Grant Writing as a Service program. If you have questions regarding this program please contact Wendy Morgan ([email protected]).

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‍Background and Award Information

The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) has announced an eligibility expansion to the New York Truck Voucher Incentive Program (NYTVIP). The NYTVIP offers vouchers to commercial and municipal fleet owners and operators across New York State who purchase or lease medium- and heavy-duty zero-emission vehicles and equipment. With this expansion, NYSERDA will make funding available for new zero-emission agricultural, construction, rail, and warehouse non-road equipment, as well as Class 3 vehicles, and will distribute funding along three tracks: non-road equipment, zero-emission Class 3—8 trucks and buses, and transit buses. Voucher amounts vary based on the selected funding track. NYSERDA expects to release an additional $53 million in program funding in August 2025, following the enrollment of expanded equipment and truck manufacturers and dealers. NYSERDA will host a series of informational webinars in June and July to provide program updates and explain eligibility changes.

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Eligible Applicants

With this expansion, NYSERDA will make funding available for new zero-emission agricultural, construction, rail, and warehouse non-road equipment, as well as Class 3 vehicles, and will distribute funding along three tracks: non-road equipment, zero-emission Class 3—8 trucks and buses, and transit buses.

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Important Dates

Voucher amounts vary based on the selected funding track. NYSERDA expects to release an additional $53 million in program funding in August 2025, following the enrollment of expanded equipment and truck manufacturers and dealers.

NYSERDA will host a series of informational webinars in June and July to provide program updates and explain eligibility changes.

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If you are interested in pursuing funding under this opportunity, CTE may be able to support your application through our Grant Writing as a Service program. If you have questions regarding this program please contact Wendy Morgan ([email protected]).

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Background

California Energy Commission (CEC) has issued a Grant Funding Opportunity (GFO) for projects that will deploy depot charging and hydrogen refueling infrastructure for zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty on-road, off-road, and specialty vehicles. Up to $20 million in funding is available. CEC identified two categories of funding:

Category A: Infrastructure for fleets owned and operated by California public entities such as cities, counties, and/or other eligible local government entities. CEC has dedicated $10 million of the available funding to this category. Maximum award amounts in this category include up to $2.5 million for infrastructure to support conversion of a single eligible public entity fleet and up to $5 million for shared infrastructure to support conversion of two or more eligible public entity fleets. The match requirement is 25% of total allowable project costs of which 50% of the match share must be cash match. 

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Category B: Infrastructure for fleets owned and operated by California state government agencies, United States federal government agencies, transit agencies, local educational agencies, private entities, and/or public entities defined in Category A. CEC has dedicated $10 million of the available funding to this category. The maximum award amount in this category is up to $5 million for shared infrastructure to support conversion of two or more eligible entity fleets. The match requirement is 50% of total allowable project costs of which 50% of the match share must be cash match. 

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Applicants are only eligible to submit one application. 

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Eligible Applicants

Eligible applicants include all public and private entities, California Native American Tribes, and California Tribal Organizations serving California Native American Tribes, except for investor-owned utilities. Applicants in both categories are encouraged to apply as a group to share charging/refueling infrastructure with neighboring entities.

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Important Dates

A pre-application workshop is scheduled for April 21, 2025. Applications are due July 11, 2025.

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If you are interested in pursuing funding under this opportunity, CTE may be able to support your application through our Grant Writing as a Service program. If you have questions regarding this program please contact Wendy Morgan ([email protected]).

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Background
CEC has issued a GFO for projects that will deploy medium- and heavy-duty zero-emission vehicle charging or hydrogen refueling infrastructure serving California seaports and land ports of entry. Funding will support the installation of charging and fueling infrastructure for battery electric and hydrogen fuel cell medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, port equipment, and off-road equipment including gantries and cargo handling equipment. Up to $40 million in funding is available.

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There are two Applicant Groups:

1. Small Ports with $20 million in CEC funding available. The maximum award amount is $5 million with a minimum match requirement of 25%. Small port applicants must propose to deploy at least 20 charging ports or two hydrogen fueling positions. CEC expects to award at least four projects in this group.

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2. Large Ports with $20 million in CEC funding available. The maximum award amount is $10 million with a minimum match requirement of 25%. Large port applicants must propose to deploy at least 20 charging ports or four hydrogen fueling positions. CEC expects to award at least two projects in this group.

Applicants must identify whether charging infrastructure or hydrogen fueling infrastructure is the principal technology. Only the principal technology is eligible for CEC reimbursement. The secondary technology type may be used as match and is not required to meet the minimum deployment requirements. Applicants may submit multiple applications for each Applicant Group as long as each application is separate and distinct; however, no Applicant will be eligible for more than a total of $15 million.

Eligible Applicants
Eligible applicants include all California ports and public and private entities serving or supporting a California port. Non-port applicants will be required to either provide a letter of support from a port or otherwise describe in the project narrative how the project will support a port or ports. Investor-owned utilities are ineligible.

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Important Dates
A pre-application workshop is scheduled for April 8, 2025. Applications are due July 11, 2025.

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If you are interested in pursuing funding under this opportunity, CTE may be able to support your application through our Grant Writing as a Service program. If you have questions regarding this program please contact Wendy Morgan ([email protected]).

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‍Background and Award Information

The Greater Lafayette Public Transportation Corporation (CityBus) is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide Architecture and Engineering services to support the safe maintenance of its hydrogen fuel cell buses (HFCBs). The selected consultant will identify a cost-effective, code-compliant approach for servicing HFCBs within CityBus’ existing maintenance facilities and will develop design documents, perform plan checks, and provide construction support for the chosen solution.

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Important Dates

Proposals are due by July 8, 2025.

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If you are interested in pursuing funding under this opportunity, CTE may be able to support your application through our Grant Writing as a Service program. If you have questions regarding this program please contact Wendy Morgan ([email protected]).

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Background and Award Information

The Efficiency Maine Trust has issued an RFP seeking qualified bidders to install and operate public Level 3 fast chargers or Level 2 chargers for EVs in select Maine locations. This RFP is a continuation of earlier solicitations (“Phase 4 Round 2”) and prioritizes areas that have not been commissioned. Available funding for this effort includes approximately $4 million of Maine Jobs and Recovery Plan funds for capital and battery incentives and approximately $3.5 million of New England Clean Energy Connect funds for demand charge incentives.

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Important Dates

Proposals are due July 1, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Wendy Morgan ([email protected]).

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Background and Award Information

The City of Santa Monica has issued a Request for Qualifications for qualified persons or firms to install charging infrastructure—including overhead gantry structures, site improvements, and charging equipment—at its bus maintenance and operations facility.

Important Dates

Responses are due June 30, 2025.

If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities,please contact Wendy Morgan ([email protected]).

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Background Information

DOE is launching the GUIDE-H2 Competition to increase practitioner experience applying analytic methods and developing guidelines, consistent frameworks, and best practices to assess real-world, clean hydrogen energy projects. Applicants will develop and/or utilize innovative frameworks for methodical sustainability assessments and evaluate real-world, planned, or conceptual hydrogen projects based on their economic, social, and environmental impacts for hydrogen production, distribution, and end use, aiming to ensure both near-term project viability and long-term sustainability. These case studies will be used to develop guidelines and best practices to inform and improve future real-world projects to realize optimal success across economic, societal, environmental, and other relevant factors.

The GUIDE-H2 Competition is split into two phases. In Phase I, competitors will propose an innovative, comprehensive approach for assessing a real, planned or theoretical commercial hydrogen deployment project as a case study. Phase I winning teams will be eligible to compete in Phase II. In Phase II, winning teams will conduct the proposed project assessment and craft a case study that details their innovative approach and results, including a summary of best practices that could be emulated in real-world deployments. At the end of Phase II, up to three winning teams will be invited to attend and present at high-profile venues such as Clean Energy Ministerial roundtables, webinars, and the DOE Hydrogen Program Annual Merit Review in Washington, D.C.

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The GUIDE-H2 Competition offers a total award pool of $200,000 across the two phases. Up to six Phase I winning teams will receive $10,000 each. In Phase II, up to three winning teams will receive $20,000 for third place, $40,000 for second place, and $80,000 for first place.

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Eligible Applicants

Eligible applicants include individuals; private entities (for-profits and nonprofits); non-federal government entities such as states, counties, tribes, and municipalities; and academic institutions.

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Important Dates

Phase I Applications are due on June 30, 2025. Phase II applications are due on April 22, 2026.

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With the increasing number of opportunities of interest to CTE and our members, we are not able to pursue projects to the same extent as we have in the past. However, if you are interested in pursuing funding under this opportunity, CTE may be able to support your application through our Grant Writing as a Service program. If you have questions regarding this program please contact Wendy Morgan ([email protected]).

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Background and Award Information

The Ventura County Air Pollution Control District is currently accepting applications for its 2025 Combined Incentive Program. Eligible projects include replacing mobile agricultural equipment, repowering marine vessels, installing battery charging or alternative fueling stations, and replacing off-road equipment, school buses, and heavy-duty trucks. At least 75% of funded equipment’s operation must be in Ventura County throughout the grant period.

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Important Dates

Applications are due June 27, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Wendy Morgan ([email protected]).

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Background and Award Information

Victor Valley Transit Authority (VVTA) has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the lease of an interim hydrogen fueling solution for a period of one year with one option year.

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Important Dates

Proposals are due June 23, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Wendy Morgan ([email protected]).

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Background and Award Information

Sacramento Metropolitan Air Quality Management District has announced the opening of on-road and infrastructure applications for its 2025 Community Air Quality Grant Solicitation. Off-road applications for the 2025 solicitation will open in June 2025. $13 million in funding is available for projects in Sacramento County.

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Eligible Applicants

Eligible projects include replacing existing heavy-duty vehicles with zero-emission trucks and buses, replacing older farm and industrial equipment with equipment certified to current emission standards or better, and installing low-carbon infrastructure. Eligible applicants include businesses, government agencies, nonprofits, and other entities.

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Important Dates

On-road and infrastructure applications will close June 16, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

‍Update: Sac Metro Air District’s 2025 Community Air Quality Grant Solicitation is now open to off-road applications.

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Important Dates

Applications for all funding categories under the solicitation are due June 16, 2025.

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If you are interested in pursuing funding under this opportunity, CTE may be able to support your application through our Grant Writing as a Service program. If you have questions regarding this program please contact Wendy Morgan ([email protected]).

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Background

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CEC has issued a GFO for projects that will provide an open and neutral space for industry collaboration, knowledge sharing, interoperability testing, and conformance testing for electric vehicle charging equipment within the State of California. Up to $4 million in funding is available.

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The Charge Yard facility must accommodate at minimum twelve large electric vehicle supply equipment units and four vehicles operating concurrently. The applicant must support semi-public and private testing, work to make standard test cases available for both ISO 15118 and OCPI, host at least five events annually, and perform and report findings of interoperability testing on the top 10 light-duty electric vehicles sold in the State of California.

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Applicants must commit to five years of operation and provide detailed plans of how to reach 10 years of operation without additional funding from CEC. Applications must also include a minimum 33% cash match share.

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Eligible Applicants

This solicitation is open to private or public entities, including multiple entities bidding as a group. Investor-owned utilities, publicly-owned utilities, universities and university-operated facilities are not eligible. The applicant does not need to be headquartered in California.

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Important Dates

Written questions are due April 18, 2025. Applications are due June 16, 2025.

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If you are interested in pursuing funding under this opportunity, CTE may be able to support your application through our Grant Writing as a Service program. If you have questions regarding this program please contact Wendy Morgan ([email protected]).

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Background and Award Information

The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation has released its fifth solicitation for projects under the Volkswagen Diesel Settlement Environmental Mitigation Trust. The program will provide financial assistance to public, non-profit, and private fleets in Tennessee to replace eligible medium- and heavy-duty vehicles with cleaner alternatives, including zero-emission vehicles. A total of $19.4 million in funding is available for eligible projects.

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Important Dates

Applications are due June 13, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

CEO’s DCFC Plazas Grant is currently open. The DCFC Plazas program provides incentive funding to increase access to high-speed charging throughout the state and to fill remaining gaps along Colorado’s transportation corridors and within urban and rural communities. There is a total of $3 million in available funding.

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Eligible Applicants

To be eligible, project sites must include a minimum of four DCFC ports, each capable of providing at least 150kW charging simultaneously.

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Important Dates

Applications are due June 13, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Wendy Morgan ([email protected]).

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Background and Award Information

The Georgia Environmental Finance Authority (GEFA) has received funding from the US Department of Energy to fund projects in the areas of energy planning, energy efficiency, workforce development, and energy resiliency. GEFA has a total of $566,286 available in funding for 2025 with projects able to receive $50,000 - $150,000 with a minimum 10% cost match required.

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Eligible Applicants

State agencies, local governments, public colleges, universities, and technical colleges, public schools, and non-profit organizations.

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Important Dates

Applications are due June 13, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Wendy Morgan ([email protected]).

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Background and Award Information

The Port of Long Beach has issued two Requests for Proposals (RFP) for its incentive programs. The first RFP is for its Zero-Emission Terminal Transformation Incentive Program, which will fund the purchase of zero-emission cargo handling equipment and associated charging equipment.

The second RFP is for its Commercial Harbor Craft Incentive Program, which funds the repower, replacement or retrofit of propulsion engines in commercial harbor craft operating within the Port of Long Beach. Applicants must provide a minimum of 20 percent match for both opportunities.

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Eligible Applicants

Port tenants that own and operate cargo handling equipment.

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Important Dates

Proposals are due June 13, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Wendy Morgan ([email protected]).

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Background and Award Information

The City of Austin has issued an Invitation for Bid for Electrification Infrastructure Phase 5 Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity. The City seeks a contractor to provide tools, labor, materials and equipment necessary to complete construction and installation of 32 ports for electrical vehicle charging stations at eight City of Austin Department sites. The estimated amount for solicitation is $2 million.

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Important Dates

Responses are due June 12, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Wendy Morgan ([email protected])

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Background and Award Information

The Bay Area Air District also opened the 2025 Charge! Program. The Charge! Program provides grant funding to offset a portion of the cost to purchase and install new publicly accessible chargers for light-duty electric vehicles (EVs) at multi-family housing facilities, destinations, transit parking locations, and workplaces across the Bay Area. There is $10 million in funding available.

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Eligible Applicants

Eligible applicants include businesses, homeowner associations, nonprofits, public agencies, and tribes who either own the property where the proposed chargers will be installed or who have the authority/permission from the property owner to install and operate chargers for the duration of the project term.

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Important Dates

Applications are due on June 6, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) is accepting applications to fund a portion of the replacement costs for diesel Class 4-8 medium- and heavy-duty freight trucks and Class 8 port drayage trucks. Each new replacement truck must be of the same type and class as the retired truck and be a licensed all-electric vehicle.

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Eligible Applicants

Eligible trucks are those used to haul and deliver freight or cargo in local areas within Chicago, including delivery/box trucks, waste haulers, Class 8 port drayage trucks, landscape trucks, dump trucks, and freight/transport trucks. In addition to funding for new all-electric trucks, IEPA will also fund a portion of necessary new Level 2 or DCFC charging equipment if charging infrastructure is needed. Applicants must pre-qualify prior to application submission.

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Important Dates

Applications are due June 6, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

‍Background and Award Information

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The California Energy Commission has issued a Grant Funding Opportunity (GFO), Implementation of Medium- and Heavy-Duty (MDHD) Zero-Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Blueprints 2.0, for projects developed and identified in GFO-20-601 Blueprints for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Zero-Emission Vehicle Infrastructure.

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Eligible Applicants

‍Include all previously funded GFO-20-601 awardees and case study participants identified within the completed blueprints. Applicants who previously received funding under GFO-23-603 Implementation of MDHD ZEV Infrastructure Blueprints  may propose projects pertaining to a different site and supporting infrastructure for a different fleet identified in the blueprint. Up to $20 million in funding is available with up to $7.5 million available to individual recipients.

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Important Dates

Applications are due June 6, 2025.

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If you are interested in pursuing funding under this opportunity, CTE may be able to support your application through our Grant Writing as a Service program. If you have questions regarding this program please contact Wendy Morgan ([email protected]).

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Background and Award Information

The Port of Los Angeles has released an RFP for three years of grant management services in support of its Sustainable Equipment Adoption: Community, Harbor, and Neighborhood Growth & Empowerment (SEA-CHANGE) project, which is funded in part by a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Clean Ports Program grant. The consultant will support the Harbor Department’s Environmental Management Division staff in managing the grant award, including coordinating with terminal partners, supporting subcontracting and invoicing, developing reports, and managing meetings. The Harbor Department’s grant contract includes $1 million for contracted administrative support.

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Important Dates

Proposals are due June 3, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts and the Advanced Vehicle Technology Equipment, Supplies and Services Strategic Sourcing Team (SST) have issued a Request for Response (RFR) and are soliciting bidders for the acquisition of a wide range of advanced vehicle technology equipment, supplies, and services. The RFR includes but is not limited to: electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE), anti-idling, aftermarket alternative fuel, hybrid conversion technologies and equipment, and EVSE operation and maintenance packages. SST intends to award multiple vendors per category.

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Important Dates

Applications are due June 3, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background

MESC intends to issue a second opening of the  BIL Battery Materials Processing and Battery Manufacturing FOA. DOE expects to make 3 to 14 awards totalling approximately $725 million of federal funding available for new awards under this funding opportunity. Individual awards may vary between $50,000,000 and $200,000,000. The estimated period of performance for each award will be approximately 24-60 months. The overall funding opportunity scope may include capital and operational support for demonstration and/or commercial facilities supporting battery-grade precursor materials, constituent materials, battery components, and cell manufacturing and recycling.

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It is anticipated that the funding opportunity may include the following Areas of Interest for domestic facilities, with a focus on facilities that support the energy independence of the United States through circularity and secure sourcing:

• Battery Cathode and Anode Materials - Create U.S. manufacturing and recycling capacity to produce cathode critical minerals and materials or anode materials.

• Battery Electrolyte and Electrolyte Salts - Create U.S. manufacturing capacity to produce electrolyte and/or electrolyte salts, which remain a supply chain investment gap as nearly all electrolyte salt today is sourced through foreign entity of concern supply chains.

• Pre-Industrial Scale Cell Manufacturing - Accelerate pathways to commercialization of new battery and domestic manufacturing equipment/machinery technologies by supporting and increasing the availability of shared-access battery production lines.

• Materials, Processing, and Manufacturing Open Topics - Create U.S. manufacturing capacity to produce battery materials, components, or enable process technologies such as precursors; materials processing; catalysts; binders; separators; conductive additives; and current collector materials, structures, and treatments.

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Important Dates

DOE plans to issue the funding opportunity in spring 2025.

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If you have questions regarding this notice of intent, please contact Wendy Morgan ([email protected]).

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Background

DOE has issued a notice of intent to release a NOFO to promote energy independence and economic development, with the ancillary benefit of providing employment on Tribal Lands through the use of commercially warrantied energy technology that eligible applicants believe are best suited to meet their needs, their location, and their available energy resources.

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DOE plans to solicit applications under four Areas of Interest (AOI):

1. AOI 1: Install energy generating system(s) and/or energy efficiency measure(s) for Tribal Building(s)

2. AOI 2: Deploy community-scale energy generating system(s) or community energy storage on Tribal Lands

3. AOI 3: Install integrated energy system(s) for autonomous operation (independent of the traditional centralized electric power grid) to power a single or multiple Essential Tribal Building(s) during emergency situations or for tribal community resilience

4. AOI 4: Power unelectrified Tribal Buildings

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Under the planned NOFO, DOE anticipates making approximately $25 million in funding available.

Eligible Applicants

Eligible applicants include Indian Tribes, which include Alaska Native Regional Corporations and Village Corporations, intertribal organizations, and Tribal Energy Development Organizations. Applications from consortiums of Indian Tribes will be accepted but must be submitted by a single Indian Tribe acting as the Applicant and representing the Consortium.

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Important Dates

DOE plans to issue the NOFO in spring of 2025.

With the increasing number of opportunities of interest to CTE and our members, we are not able to pursue projects to the same extent as we have in the past. However, if you are interested in pursuing funding under this opportunity, CTE may be able to support your application through our Grant Writing as a Service program. If you have questions regarding this program please contact Wendy Morgan ([email protected]).

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Background and Award Information

The Bay Area Air District has released a solicitation for projects that will replace diesel transport refrigeration units (TRUs) with zero-emission alternatives as part of the 2025 Goods Movement Program. Projects are eligible for up to $100,000 per TRU or 80% of the cost of each TRU, whichever is lower.

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Important Dates

Applications are due May 28, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Wendy Morgan ([email protected]).

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Background and Award Information

San Miguel County has issued an RFP seeking qualified professional businesses or individual contractors to design and install six Level 2 electric vehicle chargers. Funding for this effort is being supplemented through CEO’s Fleet-ZERO Grant.

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Important Dates

Proposals are due May 27, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Wendy Morgan ([email protected]).

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Background and Award Information

The New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (NHDES) is requesting proposals for the Granite State Clean Fleets (GSCF) competitive grant program. GSCF offers partial reimbursement for projects that reduce transportation-related emissions by scrapping and replacing older, dirtier diesel-powered units with newer, cleaner alternative-fuel or diesel-powered units. Total available funding of $5.1 million is available from New Hampshire’s Volkswagen Mitigation Trust. NHDES anticipates opening a second GSCF round in the latter half of 2025 with an additional $5.1 million of available funding, although eligibility and conditions for the later funding may be subject to change. There is no limit to the number of applications an entity may submit.

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Eligible Applicants

Eligible applicants include New Hampshire government entities such as municipalities, public school districts, public colleges/universities and transit agencies, as well as private businesses or non-profits organizations.

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Important Dates

Applications are due May 23, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) has released a call for project nominations to receive a portion of two federal funding sources totaling an estimated $1.2 billion for the federal fiscal year 2026–27 and federal fiscal year 2027–28, including the Surface Transportation Block Grant Program and the Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement Program. Applications are subject to all federal requirements for these funds and clean transportation is a regional priority for SCAG’s solicitation.

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Eligible Applicants

Eligible applicants include SCAG cities, counties, transit agencies, federally recognized tribal governments, and county transportation commissions.

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Important Dates

Applications are due May 16, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) seeks a contractor or a team of contractors to assist NYSERDA with electric school bus work, including technical analysis, project management and stakeholder engagement for a three-year period. This work will support NYSERDA’s effort to facilitate the transition to zero-emission school buses across public school districts in New York State. A total of $1 million in funding is available and will be granted as a single award.

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Important Dates

Applications are due May 14, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The Minnesota Department of Commerce has issued a request for proposals for the purchase of electric school buses from eligible school districts throughout Minnesota and applicants on their behalf. A total of $13 million in funding is available to accelerate school districts’ adoption of electric school buses and to encourage schools to use vehicle electrification as a teaching tool that can be integrated into the school's curriculum. The funding will cover the cost of procuring electric buses and other related equipment, including charging infrastructure.

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Important Dates

Applications are due May 13, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The Minnesota Department of Commerce has issued a request for proposals for the purchase of electric school buses from eligible school districts throughout Minnesota and applicants on their behalf. A total of $13 million in funding is available to accelerate school districts’ adoption of electric school buses and to encourage schools to use vehicle electrification as a teaching tool that can be integrated into the school's curriculum. The funding will cover the cost of procuring electric buses and other related equipment, including charging infrastructure.

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Important Dates

Applications are due May 13, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Wendy Morgan ([email protected]).

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Background and Award Information

The Community Access Enterprise is soliciting applications for the Implementation Phase of their Community Accelerated Mobility Project (CAMP). The CAMP Implementation Phase will provide funding for the implementation of community mobility plans that include an e-mobility component(s). There is $4 million in available funding, with a maximum of $1.5 million being provided per project.

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Eligible Applicants

Eligible Applicants include local or county governments, Tribal governments, community-based organizations, universities, schools and school districts, and nonprofit organizations with strong community connections and experience working on mobility issues.

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Important Dates

Applications are due on May 9, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The Michigan Department of Education, in collaboration with EGLE and the Michigan Association of Pupil Transportation, has opened Round 3 of its 74(b) Clean Bus Energy Grant, a $125 million program aimed at helping Michigan school districts replace aging diesel school buses with cleaner alternatives. Applicants may request up to 10 buses.

Eligible Applicants

All Michigan Public School Districts are eligible to apply.
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Important Dates

Applications are due on May 2, 2025.
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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The League of Oregon Cities has released a Notice of Solicitation for the Utility Vehicles and Alternative Transportation Request for Proposals. The intent of this Interstate Cooperative Procurement Solicitation is to invite Proposers to submit a competitive pricing proposal offering Utility Vehicles and Alternative Transportation to LOC, which will then be made available to NPPGov members locally and nationwide; to reduce expenses by eliminating multiple requests for proposals and multiple responses by Vendors; and to obtain discounted pricing through volume purchasing.

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Eligible Applicants

Categories include utility vehicles, including but not limited to electric, self-propelled, hybrid, and traditional fuel transportation Traditional Utility Vehicles, Compact Utility Vehicles, Mid-Sized Utility Vehicles, and High-Performance Utility Vehicles.

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Important Dates

Applications are due April 30, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The Massachusetts Clean Energy Technology Center (MassCEC) seeks proposals for projects that improve energy efficiency, reduce carbon emissions, or mitigate impacts of climate change at eligible public kindergarten through twelfth grade  school districts and educational collaboratives in Massachusetts. A total of $52.5 million in grant funding is available as part of MassCEC’s Green School Works program, with awards ranging from a minimum of $50,000 to a maximum of $5 million.

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Eligible Applicants

Eligible schools must serve a significant percentage of students from low-income families.

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Important Dates

Applications are due April 30, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection is seeking proposals for a project administrator to oversee the planning, procurement, design and construction, and installation of 96 DC fast charge and eight dual-port Level 2 electric vehicle chargers in seven Connecticut municipalities. Applicants should demonstrate experience implementing Federal Highway Administration design-build construction projects.A preference will be provided for entities also familiar with electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) construction projects.

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Eligible Applicants

There are no restrictions on applicant eligibility.

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Important Dates

Applications are due April 30, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background Information

DOT has released the FY 2025 round of funding for the Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP). PIDP funds projects for the purpose of improving the safety, efficiency, or reliability of the movement of goods through ports and intermodal connections to ports. Projects must be within the boundary of a port or outside of the boundary of a port and directly related to port operations or to an intermodal connection to a port. 

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There is approximately $450 million in funding available under this round of the program. 

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Eligible Applicants

Eligible applicants include states, political subdivisions of states, and special purpose districts with transportation functions.

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Important Dates 

Applications are due on April 30, 2025. 

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With the increasing number of opportunities of interest to CTE and our members, we are not able to pursue projects to the same extent as we have in the past. However, if you are interested in pursuing funding under this opportunity, CTE may be able to support your application through our Grant Writing as a Service program. If you have questions regarding this program please contact Wendy Morgan ([email protected]).

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Background and Award Information

The Napa Valley Transportation Authority (NVTA) has released an RFP for Buy America pre-award, post-delivery audits and vehicle inspection services for its 14 40-foot GILLIG battery electric buses. This project will be funded using federal and state funds for a term of three years with two one-year options.

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Eligible Applicants

Proposers must be licensed within the State of California.

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Important Dates

Applications are due April 25, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) has released a new funding opportunity for the Lower-Emission School Bus Program in the South Coast Air Basin. This program is designed to assist public school districts with the purchase of new Type A, C, or D zero-emission school buses. There is $45 million in funding available.

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Eligible Applicants

Eligible applicants include public school districts and Joint Power Authorities formed by public school districts within the geographical boundaries of the South Coast AQMD.

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Important Dates

Applications are due on April 18, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) has released a new funding opportunity for the Lower-Emission School Bus Program in the South Coast Air Basin. This program is designed to assist public school districts with the purchase of new Type A, C, or D zero-emission school buses. Eligible applicants include public school districts and Joint Power Authorities formed by public school districts within the geographical boundaries of the South Coast AQMD. There is $45 million in funding available and applications are due on April 18, 2025.

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Eligible Applicants

Applicants include public school districts and Joint Power Authorities formed by public school districts within the geographical boundaries of the South Coast AQMD

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Important Dates

Applications are due on April 18, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Wendy Morgan ([email protected]).

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Background and Award Information

The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection, through the federal Diesel Emission Reduction Act program, is conducting a competitive electric-only solicitation. This is an early replacement program designed to accelerate the retirement of less efficient and more polluting diesel vehicles and equipment. There is approximately $3.66 million in funding available.

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Eligible Applicants

Eligible diesel vehicles, engines, and equipment include school buses, transit buses, medium-duty or heavy-duty trucks, marine engines, locomotives, and nonroad engines, equipment, or vehicles. The eligible technologies that can be applied to the above vehicles, engines, and equipment include vehicle and equipment replacements with zero-tailpipe emission power sources, engine replacements with zero-tailpipe emission power sources and verified idle reduction technologies.

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Important Dates

Applications are due on April 7, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has released the Port Authority Studies and Pilot Projects Grant Program. This program offers grants to port authorities in eligible counties for studies and pilot programs to reduce nitrous oxide and particulate matter emissions from cargo movement. The program has $1 million in Texas Emissions Reduction Plan grant funding available.

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Eligible Applicants

Port authorities must be located in Texas nonattainment areas or affected counties to participate.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background

CEC has issued a GFO for the California Battery Pilot Manufacturing Line program, which aims to fund the establishment of a battery pilot manufacturing line capable of manufacturing and testing a variety of emerging lithium-ion based technologies. Eligible projects are those that would have the manufacturing capacity to produce at least 10,000 battery cells in one year, could produce battery cells in pouch and cylindrical formats, and would contain battery cell testing capabilities. Eligible projects must be located in a low-income or disadvantaged community, and project teams must include both a labor organization and an academic institution. There is up to $25,000,000 available for grants awarded under this solicitation. CEC anticipates making a single award under this program.

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Eligible Applicants

Eligible applicants include private, non-profit organizations. For-profit companies, private and public universities, national labs, and utilities are not eligible to be prime recipients but may be included on project teams as subrecipients.

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Important Dates

Applications are due April 4, 2025.

With the increasing number of opportunities of interest to CTE and our members, we are not able to pursue projects to the same extent as we have in the past. However, if you are interested in pursuing funding under this opportunity, CTE may be able to support your application through our Grant Writing as a Service program. If you have questions regarding this program please contact Wendy Morgan ([email protected]).

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Background and Award Information

The Connecticut Green Bank (Green Bank) seeks proposals from qualified Fleet Advisory Services (FAS) providers to support Green Bank’s role in providing support regarding the electrification of school bus fleets in Connecticut. The Green Bank envisions FAS being delivered in two primary phases: Fleet Electrification Planning and Fleet Deployment. The Green Bank intends to work with the selected Contractor or Contractor Team to further develop the scope of each phase.

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Eligible Applicants

Applicants may consist of one or more individuals, sole proprietors, professional consultants, institutions, or companies with multiple employees.

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Important Dates

Applications are due on April 3, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background Information

DOT released a Notice of Funding Opportunity for the RTA Pilot Program. The program funds planning and design phase activities for developing transportation projects in rural or tribal communities. Grants will support hiring staff or expert firms to provide technical, legal, or financial assistance to advance transportation projects that would be reasonably expected to be eligible for select DOT discretionary grant or credit programs. There is a total of $27 million in funding available. 

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Eligible Applicants

Eligible applicants include special district governments, state governments, county governments, city or township governments, and Native American tribal governments. 

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Important Dates 

Applications will be accepted beginning  on March 4, 2025 and will close on April 3, 2025. Grants are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, with applications reviewed in the order in which they are received. 

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With the increasing number of opportunities of interest to CTE and our members, we are not able to pursue projects to the same extent as we have in the past. However, if you are interested in pursuing funding under this opportunity, CTE may be able to support your application through our Grant Writing as a Service program. If you have questions regarding this program please contact Wendy Morgan ([email protected]).

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Background and Award Information

The Bay Area Air District opened a competitive solicitation for electric charging infrastructure to support transit and school buses. Up to $35 million in funding is available, with 80% of funding reserved for Air District priority areas.

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Eligible Applicants

Eligible projects include the installation and operation of permanent electric infrastructure placed into service by early 2028.

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Important Dates

Applications are due on April 2, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The Washington State Department of Commerce released a request for applications to join the third cohort of the Innovation Cluster Accelerator Program. Clusters should seek to strengthen industry ecosystems and accelerate economic development. Clusters must have academic membership and have a demonstrated commitment to reduce and mitigate impacts from greenhouse gases in overburdened communities, deploy renewable energy resources, or increase energy efficiency or reduction. A total of $970,000 in funding is available with a maximum of $150,000 per contract.

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Eligible Applicants

Eligible prime applicants include local governments, federally recognized tribal governments and tribes contracted service providers, public and private utilities, ports, associated development organizations, for-profit entities, academic and research organizations, non-profit organizations, and state agencies.

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Important Dates

Responses are due April 2, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Wendy Morgan ([email protected]).

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Background 

This Notice of Funding Opportunity seeks applications to address improved battery technology for both light- and heavy-duty applications, smart charging infrastructure, sustainable farming, workforce development, and demonstration and deployment of these new innovative technologies. The research and development work performed under this program will lead to economic and environmental benefits including extended battery reliability, improved battery packaging, decreased cost of driving, increased vehicle and system efficiency, and a competent workforce serving the transportation sector. 

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The following topic areas are included: 

• Topic Area 1: Technologies for  Enhanced Lithium-ion Cell Safety
• Topic Area 2a: Low-Cost Production of Lithium
• Topic Area 2b: Lithium Metal Surface Protection
• Topic Area 3a: Ultra-Long-Cycle Life Li-Ion Batteries for Heavy-Duty Electric Trucks
• Topic Area 3b: Standardized Battery module Design for Heavy-Duty Electric Trucks
• Topic Area 4: Thermal Technologies for Zero-Emission Vehicles
• Topic Area 5: Optimized Grid Planning for Electric Vehicles Using Advanced Metering Infrastructure
• Topic Area 6: CROP - Co-located Renewable-Fuel and Off-Road Vehicle Pilots
• Topic Area 7: Vehicle Life Cycle Analysis Baseline
• Topic Area 8: Quality Improvements of Battery Busbar Joining
• Topic Area 9: Electric Vehicle Workforce Development
• Topic Area 10: Vehicle Technology Integration - Open Topic

There is approximately $88 million in funding available for all topic areas. 

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Eligible Applicants

‍Eligible applicants include institutes of higher education, for-profit entities, non-profit entities, state and local government entities and Indian tribes, and consortia of entities as described in this list. 

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Important Dates

‍Concept papers are due on April 1, 2025. To be eligible to submit a full application, applicants must submit a concept paper. Each concept paper must be limited to a single concept or technology. Following review of concept papers, DOE will either encourage or discourage applicants to submit full applications, which are dueJune 18, 2025.

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With the increasing number of opportunities of interest to CTE and ourmembers, we are not able to pursue projects to the same extent as we have inthe past. However, if you are interested in pursuing funding under thisopportunity, CTE may be able to support your application through our GrantWriting as a Service program. If you have questions regarding this programplease contact Wendy Morgan ([email protected]).

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Background and Award Information

The Arkansas Department of Energy and the Environment has announced the Reduce Emissions from Diesels (Go RED!) School Edition Program. The Go RED! School Edition Program is a limited eligibility program that provides funding assistance for projects that reduce diesel emissions from school buses. Awards under the Go RED! School Edition Program will be capped at $80,000 per applicant.

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Eligible Applicants

Any Arkansas school district owning eligible equipment that is more than two years old and currently operational and will continue to operate in the state of Arkansas for five years after deployment, is eligible to apply. Eligible replacement vehicles and equipment include those powered by hybrid engines and zero tailpipe emissions power sources (battery or fuel cell).

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Important Dates

Applications are due March 31, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

Ride Connection released a request for proposals for a Fleet Electrification Assessment and Strategic Plan to transition Ride Connection’s fleet to zero-emission by 2035. Respondents are expected to perform both stakeholder engagement and operational and financial analysis.

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Important Dates

Proposals are due on March 31, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The California Air Resources Board released a request for proposals for a Zero Emission Bus Scale-up Effect Analysis to assess the readiness of agencies to comply with the Innovative Clean Transit regulation. There is $500,000 in funding available.

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Eligible Applicants

Proposers must have more than 10 years of experience in the heavy-duty vehicle sector, with at least six years of direct experience within the zero-emission vehicle technologies and transit sectors.

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Important Dates

Proposals are due on March 31, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) is accepting applications for the spring 2025 round of the agency’s Cost Share Program. The Cost Share Program provides financial assistance to local entities for construction projects that improve safety, leverage state funds to increase total transportation investment, and help both rural and urban areas of the state improve the transportation system. This round of grant funding has an overall budget of $6 million, with a maximum awarded amount of $1 million per project.

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Eligible Applicants

All transportation projects are eligible, including roadway (on and off the state system), rail, airport, bicycle/pedestrian and public transit. Candidate projects should include investments that provide transportation benefits and are not eligible for other KDOT programs.

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Important Dates

Applications are due March 27, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

New Jersey Transit (NJ Transit) has issued an expression of interest for Services Related to Battery Electric Bus (BEB) Equipment, Infrastructure, and Microgrids as NJ Transit intends to expand their current fleet of 8 BEBs to approximately 1,000 BEBs over the next 10 years. The selected vendor will be responsible for the design, build, installation, monitoring, maintenance, and management services for electric vehicle charging equipment, related infrastructure and supporting software, networking and communications systems. There is a 13% SBE/DVOB goal for this project.

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Important Dates

Applications are due on March 26, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

New Jersey Transit (NJ Transit) has issued an expression of interest for Services Related to Battery Electric Bus (BEB) Equipment, Infrastructure, and Microgrids as NJ Transit intends to expand their current fleet of 8 BEBs to approximately 1,000 BEBs over the next 10 years. The selected vendor will be responsible for the design, build, installation, monitoring, maintenance, and management services for electric vehicle charging equipment, related infrastructure and supporting software, networking, and communications systems. There is a 13% SBE/DVOB goal for this project.

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Important Dates

Applications are due on March 26, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality is now accepting applications for the Texas Clean Fleet Program with an estimated $16 million in grant funding available for fleet owners in Texas to replace aging diesel vehicles with new hybrid or alternative fuel vehicles.

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Eligible Applicants

Grants are available for entities who own and operate a fleet of 75 or more on-road vehicles in Texas and who apply to replace at least 10 of those vehicles with new hybrid or alternative fuel vehicles.

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Important Dates

Applications are due March 21, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

‍Background and Award Information

The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation and the Tennessee Valley Authority have issued a notice of intent to release a second-round grant solicitation for the Fast Charge TN Network Grant Program. This round of funding will support the continued development of the Fast Charge Network in Tennessee, building out DC fast charging infrastructure at least every 50 miles along prioritized corridors. Eligible applicants will include Tennessee local power companies, for-profit or nonprofit organizations authorized to do business in the State of Tennessee, and government entities, including local governments or public institutions of higher education based in Tennessee.

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Important Dates

This solicitation is anticipated to be released in Spring 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Wendy Morgan ([email protected]).

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As a service to our members, CTE continually tracks state funding opportunities that could be of potential interest to our members. CTE monitors and updates the latest funding options in each state, providing direct and timely information to transportation professionals, industry leaders, and stakeholders.

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Background and Award Information

California – The South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) has released a new funding opportunity for the Lower-Emission School Bus Program in the South Coast Air Basin. This program is designed to assist public school districts with the purchase of new Type A, C, or D zero-emission school buses. Eligible applicants include public school districts and Joint Power Authorities formed by public school districts within the geographical boundaries of the South Coast AQMD. There is $45 million in funding available and applications are due on April 18, 2025.

Michigan – The Michigan Economic Development Corporation has announced its 2025 One-Time Mobility Fund grants through its Michigan Mobility Funding Platform, meant for small businesses and startups. Grants will be awarded for two categories of projects, including test sites and deployments. Test site grants range from $50,000 to $200,000 and are meant for mobility projects that include a partnership with one of nine pre-approved closed environmental test sites. Deployment grants range from $100,000 to $500,000 and are meant for any project in a public space that includes a partnership with municipalities and/or state agencies. Applications are due March 13, 2025.

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Mid-Southern U.S. – The Delta Regional Authority has released a Notice of Funding Availability for the 2025 Community Infrastructure Fund (CIF). The CIF provides direct investment for public infrastructure and transportation infrastructure  to communities in the Mississippi River Delta and Alabama Black Belt regions. Most project award amounts will range from $500,000 to $2 million, based on the project type and application score. Eligible Applicants include Counties/parishes, cities, or other local government subdivisions, public or private nonprofit organizations, regional and economic development organizations, workforce boards, labor unions, community and faith-based organizations, colleges, trade schools, and minority-serving institutions, and federally recognized Tribes. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

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Minnesota – The Minnesota Department of Commerce has issued a request for proposals for the purchase of electric school buses from eligible school districts throughout Minnesota and applicants on their behalf. A total of $13 million in funding is  available to accelerate school districts’ adoption of electric school buses and to encourage schools to use vehicle electrification as a teaching tool that can be integrated into the school's curriculum. The funding will cover the cost of procuring electric buses and other related equipment, including charging infrastructure. Applications are due May 13, 2025.

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New Jersey – New Jersey Transit (NJ Transit) has issued an expression of interest for Services Related to Battery Electric Bus (BEB) Equipment, Infrastructure, and Microgrids as NJ Transit intends to expand their current fleet of 8 BEBs to approximately 1,000 BEBs over the next 10 years. The selected vendor will be responsible for the design, build, installation, monitoring, maintenance, and management services for electric vehicle charging equipment, related infrastructure and supporting software, networking and communications systems. There is a 13% SBE/DVOB goal for this project. Applications are due on March 26, 2025.

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Tennessee – The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation and the Tennessee Valley Authority have issued a notice of intent to release a second-round grant solicitation for the Fast Charge TN Network Grant Program. This round of funding will support the continued development of the Fast Charge Network in Tennessee, building out DC fast charging infrastructure at least every 50 miles along prioritized corridors. Eligible applicants will include Tennessee local power companies, for-profit or nonprofit organizations authorized to do business in the State of Tennessee, and government entities, including local governments or public institutions of higher education based in Tennessee. This solicitation is anticipated to be released in Spring 2025.

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Washington – The City of Tacoma is soliciting proposals to establish one or more contracts with qualified vendors to provide the turnkey delivery of equipment, materials, and personnel necessary to construct one, fully functioning Federal Railroad Administration compliant battery-electric locomotive that will be charged using a reverse pantograph style charging system. There is an estimated $5 million in funding available and applications are due on March 18, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The City of Tacoma is soliciting proposals to establish one or more contracts with qualified vendors to provide the turnkey delivery of equipment, materials, and personnel necessary to construct one, fully functioning Federal Railroad Administration compliant battery-electric locomotive that will be charged using a reverse pantograph style charging system. There is an estimated $5 million in funding available.

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Important Dates

Applications are due on March 18, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The City of Tacoma is soliciting proposals to establish one or more contracts with qualified vendors to provide the turnkey delivery of equipment, materials, and personnel necessary to construct one, fully functioning Federal Railroad Administration compliant battery-electric locomotive that will be charged using a reverse pantograph style charging system. There is an estimated $5 million in funding available.

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Important Dates

Applications are due on March 18, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).

Background and Award Information

The North Carolina Clean Energy Technology Center at NC State University has announced an RFP for the 2025 Clean Fuel Advanced Technology (CFAT) Program. The CFAT program will offer $5.9 million focused on reducing transportation-related emissions and supported with federal Congestion Mitigation Air Quality funding from the N.C. Department of Transportation. The primary purpose of the CFAT project is to reduce transportation-related emissions in 24 eligible North Carolina counties; the secondary purpose is to expand the availability of eligible refueling and charging infrastructure. Project proposals will be limited to a maximum award of $450,000 with a minimum award of $5,000.

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Important Dates

Applications are due March 14, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Grants Manager, Morgan Cox ([email protected]).