Funding Opportunity

EPA Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) National Grants

Posted:

September 24, 2026

Close:

January 22, 2027

Background and Award Information

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) National Grants Program provides funding to reduce diesel emissions through the replacement, retrofit, or upgrade of legacy diesel vehicles, engines, and equipment. Eligible projects may include school and transit buses, heavy-duty highway vehicles, locomotives, marine engines, and nonroad engines and equipment, with funding supporting cleaner and zero-emission replacement technologies.

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Important Dates

Applications are due November 24, 2026.

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If you have any questions regarding this opportunity, please contact Wendy Morgan (wendy@cte.tv).