Low or No Emission Vehicle Program
We help transit agencies develop winning proposals.
CTE is ready to support your agency in developing a responsive, competitive Low-No application regardless of the technology you select. CTE can support applications for eligible low- and zero-emission projects, including CNG, propane, diesel-hybrid, battery electric, and hydrogen fuel cell buses. We can also support innovative bus projects like diesel-hybrid zero-emission geofencing and automated electric shuttles.
Our success rate is unmatched in the industry, reflecting our deep knowledge of the zero-emission bus market, extensive deployment experience, and proven ability to coordinate and manage every stage of the grant application process. Together, we will develop a customized application strategy that aligns with your priorities, addresses program requirements, and positions your project for success.
Low-No Services
In addition to Low-No proposal development, CTE offers several Low-No project management and technical consulting services designed to fit your project requirements. CTE’s Low-No services consists of a combination of tasks that are customized to meet your specific project needs, including:
• Deployment Planning
• Bus, Route, & Fuel Modeling
• Bus & Fueling Specification Advisory
• Procurement Support & Technical Evaluation
• Performance Validation
• Benefits Assessment & Deployment Validation
• Project Management & Technical Advisory
Your CTE project manager will work with you to customize a plan that best meets your needs.
Service Descriptions
Project Planning
Bus, Route & Fuel Modeling
Bus & Fueling Specification Advisory
Procurement Support and/or Technical Evaluation
Performance Validation
Benefits Assessment & Deployment Validation
Project Management & Technical Advisory
Other Low-No Project Services
Workforce Development
Buy America Audits
Periodic Quality Assurance Audits & Inspections
Redundancy, Resilience, & Response Planning
Other ZEB Deployment Support Services
Transition Planning Support
About CTE
Since 1993, CTE has collaborated with federal, state, and local governments; commercial, public, and private fleets; vehicle technology manufacturers and innovators; and fueling equipment suppliers to advance clean, sustainable, innovative transportation and energy technologies.
