Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Grants
The Clean Fuels Incentive Program (CFIP), administered by the Maryland Energy Administration (MEA), provides grants to fleets for the retrofit or purchase of new AFVs. Grant award amounts vary and may cover up to 100% of the incremental AFV cost. Grants are available in the following amounts:
| AFV Technology | Vehicle Class | Maximum Grant Award per Vehicle |
|---|---|---|
| Electric Vehicles | Class 1-2 | $5,000 |
| Natural Gas, Propane, Biodiesel, and Hydrogen Vehicles | Class 1-2 | $7,500 |
| Natural Gas, Propane, and Biodiesel Vehicles | Class 3-8 | $50,000 |
| Electric and Hydrogen Vehicles | Class 3-7 | $80,000 |
| Electric and Hydrogen Vehicles | Class 8 | $150,000 |
Eligible applicants must be a fleet vehicle operator or purchaser and may include school districts, nonprofits, commercial entities, corporations, and local and municipal governments. AFVs purchased for individual or personal use are ineligible. Vehicles receiving funding from other state programs are ineligible. Grants will be awarded on a competitive basis, with equity and environmental justice considerations as part of the evaluation criteria. For more information, including additional eligibility criteria, see MEA’s CFIP Program website.