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Federal | Pollution Prevention Grants Program | Programs |
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Pollution Prevention Grants Program
Type: Programs |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The Pollution Prevention (P2) Grants Program supports state and tribal technical assistance, education, and research programs that help businesses and industries identify better environmental strategies and solutions for complying with federal and state environmental regulations. Eligible applicants include states, U.S. territories, and qualified state agencies, colleges and universities. Local governments, private universities, private non-profit organizations, private businesses, and individuals are not eligible for funding. Matching funds will be awarded and managed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s regional P2 program offices. Grant amounts awarded are dependent on Congressional appropriations for this program. For more information see the P2 Program website. (Reference 42 U.S. Code 13104)
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Federal | SmartWay Transport Partnership | Programs |
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SmartWay Transport Partnership
Type: Programs |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The SmartWay Transport Partnership is a market-based public-private collaboration between the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the domestic freight industry. This partnership is designed to reduce greenhouse gases and air pollution by accelerating the adoption of advanced technologies and operational practices which increase fuel efficiency and reduce emissions from goods movement. EPA provides partners with performance benchmarking tools, fleet management best practices, technology verification, public recognition and awards, and use of the SmartWay Transport Partner logo to demonstrate their leadership to customers, shareholders and other stakeholders. The SmartWay Transport Partnership is working with partners to test and verify advanced technologies and operational practices that save fuel and reduce emissions. Grants are available to states, non-profits, and academic institutions to demonstrate innovative idle reduction technologies for the trucking industry. For more information, see the SmartWay Transport Partnership website.
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Federal | Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) Improvement Program | Incentives |
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Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) Improvement Program
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The CMAQ Program provides funding to state departments of transportation (DOTs), local governments, and transit agencies for projects and programs that help meet the requirements of the Clean Air Act by reducing mobile source emissions and regional congestion on transportation networks. Eligible activities include transit improvements, travel demand management strategies, congestion relief efforts (such as high occupancy vehicle lanes), diesel retrofit projects, alternative fuel vehicles and infrastructure, and medium- or heavy-duty zero emission vehicles and related charging equipment. Projects supported with CMAQ funds must demonstrate emissions reductions, be located in or benefit a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency-designated nonattainment or maintenance area, and be a transportation project. For more information, see the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law CMAQ fact sheet and CMAQ Improvement Program website. (Reference Public Law 117-58, Public Law 112-141, 23 U.S. Code 149, and 23 U.S. Code 151) |
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Federal | Clean Cities Coalition Network | Programs |
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Clean Cities Coalition Network
Type: Programs |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The mission of Clean Cities Coalition Network is to foster the economic, environmental, and energy security of the United States by working locally to advance affordable, domestic transportation fuels and technologies. Nearly 100 volunteer coalitions carry out this mission by developing public/private partnerships to promote alternative and renewable fuels, idle-reduction measures, fuel economy, improvements, and emerging transportation technologies. The Clean Cities Coalition Network provides information about financial opportunities, coordinates technical assistance projects, updates and maintains databases and websites, and publishes technical and informational materials. For more information, see the Clean Cities Coalition Network website.
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Federal | Tier 3 Vehicle and Gasoline Sulfur Program | Laws and Regulations |
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Tier 3 Vehicle and Gasoline Sulfur Program
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The Tier 3 Vehicle and Gasoline Sulfur Program requires new passenger vehicles, including sport utility vehicles, pick-up trucks, and vans, to meet stringent emissions standards. New emissions standards apply to all light-duty vehicles, regardless of whether they run on gasoline, diesel, or alternative fuels. Additionally, this program requires gasoline refiners and importers to reduce the sulfur content of gasoline sold in the United States. For more information, see the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Emission Standards website. (Reference 40 CFR 80, 85, and 86)
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Federal | State Energy Program (SEP) Funding | Incentives |
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State Energy Program (SEP) Funding
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The SEP provides grants to states to assist in designing, developing, and implementing renewable energy and energy efficiency programs, including programs to help reduce carbon emissions in the transportation sector by 2050 and accelerate the use of alternative transportation fuels for, and the electrification of, state government vehicles, fleet vehicles, taxis and ridesharing services, mass transit, school buses, ferries, and privately owned passenger and medium- and heavy-duty vehicles. Each state's energy office receives SEP funding and manages all SEP-funded projects. States may also receive project funding from technology programs in the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) for SEP Special Projects. EERE distributes the funding through an annual competitive solicitation to state energy offices. SEP is authorized through fiscal year 2026. For more information, see the SEP website. (Reference Public Law 117-58 and 42 U.S. Code 6322 through 6325)
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Federal | Alternative Fuel Excise Tax Credit | Incentives |
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Alternative Fuel Excise Tax Credit
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
NOTE: This incentive was originally set to expire on December 31, 2021, but has been extended through December 31, 2024, by Public Law 117-169. A tax incentive is available for alternative fuel that is sold for use or used as a fuel to operate a motor vehicle. A tax credit in the amount of $0.50 per gallon is available for the following alternative fuels: natural gas, liquefied hydrogen, propane, P-Series fuel, liquid fuel derived from coal through the Fischer-Tropsch process, and compressed or liquefied gas derived from biomass. For propane and natural gas sold after December 31, 2015, the tax credit is based on the gasoline gallon equivalent (GGE) or diesel gallon equivalent (DGE). For taxation purposes, one GGE is equal to 5.75 pounds (lbs.) of propane and 5.66 lbs. of compressed natural gas. One DGE is equal to 6.06 lbs. of liquefied natural gas.For an entity to be eligible to claim the credit they must be liable for reporting and paying the federal excise tax on the sale or use of the fuel in a motor vehicle. Tax exempt entities such as state and local governments that dispense qualified fuel from an on-site fueling station for use in vehicles qualify for the incentive. Eligible entities must be registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). The incentive must first be taken as a credit against the entity’s alternative fuel tax liability; any excess over this fuel tax liability may be claimed as a direct payment from the IRS. The tax credit is not allowed if an incentive for the same alternative fuel is also determined under the rules for the ethanol or biodiesel tax credits.
For more information about claiming the credit, see IRS Form 4136, which is available on the IRS Forms and Publications website. (Reference 26 U.S. Code 6426 and Public Law 117-169)
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Federal | Clean School Bus | Incentives |
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Clean School Bus
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Clean School Bus program provides funding to eligible applicants for the replacement of existing school buses with clean, alternative fuel school buses or zero-emission school buses. EPA may award up to 100% of the cost of the replacement bus, charging equipment, or fueling infrastructure. Alternative fuels include electricity, natural gas, hydrogen, or propane. Eligible applicants are school districts, state and local government programs, federally recognized Indian tribes, non-profit organizations, and eligible contractors. EPA will prioritize funding for high-need local education agencies; low income, rural and tribal schools; and, applications that cost share through public-private partnerships, grants from other entities, or school bonds. For more information, including funding availability, timeline, and application materials, see the EPA Clean School Bus website. (Reference Public Law 117-58 and 42 U.S. Code 16091)
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Federal | Clean Construction and Agriculture | Programs |
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Clean Construction and Agriculture
Type: Programs |
Jurisdiction: Federal
Clean Construction is a voluntary program that promotes the reduction of diesel exhaust emissions from construction equipment and vehicles by encouraging proper operations and maintenance, use of emissions-reducing technologies, and use of cleaner fuels. Clean Agriculture is a voluntary program that promotes the reduction of diesel exhaust emissions from agricultural equipment and vehicles by encouraging proper operations and maintenance by farmers, ranchers, and agribusinesses, use of emissions-reducing technologies, and use of cleaner fuels. Clean Construction and Clean Agriculture are part of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) Program, which offers funding for clean diesel construction and agricultural equipment projects. For more information, see the Reducing Diesel Emissions from Construction and Agriculture website.
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Federal | Ports Initiative | Programs |
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Ports Initiative
Type: Programs |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Ports Initiative is an incentive-based program designed to reduce emissions by encouraging port authorities and terminal operators to retrofit and replace older diesel engines with new technologies and use cleaner fuels. EPA's Ports Initiative offers funding to port authorities and public entities to help them overcome barriers that impede the adoption of cleaner diesel technologies and strategies. For more information, see the Ports Initiative website.
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Federal | Small Agri-Biodiesel Producer Tax Credit | Incentives |
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Small Agri-Biodiesel Producer Tax Credit
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
NOTE: This incentive originally expired on December 31, 2017, but was retroactively extended through December 31, 2020, by Public Law 116-94. A small agri-biodiesel producer that is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) may be eligible for a tax incentive in the amount of $0.10 per gallon of agri-biodiesel that is: sold and used by the purchaser in the purchaser's trade or business to produce an agri-biodiesel and diesel fuel mixture; sold and used by the purchaser as a fuel in a trade or business; sold at retail for use as a motor vehicle fuel; used by the producer in a trade or business to produce an agri-biodiesel and diesel fuel mixture; or used by the producer as a fuel in a trade or business. A small producer is one that has, at all times during the tax year, not more than 60 million gallons of productive capacity of any type of agri-biodiesel. Agri-biodiesel is defined as diesel fuel derived solely from virgin oils, including esters derived from corn, soybeans, sunflower seeds, cottonseeds, canola, crambe, rapeseeds, safflowers, flaxseeds, rice bran, mustard seeds, and camelina, and from animal fats; renewable diesel does not qualify for the credit. The incentive applies only to the first 15 million gallons of agri-biodiesel produced in a tax year is allowed as a credit against the producer's income tax liability.. For more information, see IRS Publication 510 and IRS Forms 637 and 8864, which are available via the IRS website. (Reference Public Law 116-94, Public Law 111-312, Section 701; and 26 U.S. Code 40A)
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Federal | Vehicle Incremental Cost Allocation | Laws and Regulations |
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Vehicle Incremental Cost Allocation
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) must allocate the incremental cost of purchasing alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs) across the entire fleet of vehicles distributed by GSA. This mandate also applies to other federal agencies that procure vehicles for federal fleets. For more information, see the GSA's AFV website. (Reference 42 U.S. Code 13212 (c))
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Federal | Fuel Economy Test Procedures and Labeling | Laws and Regulations |
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Fuel Economy Test Procedures and Labeling
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is responsible for motor vehicle fuel economy testing. Manufacturers test their own vehicles and report the results to EPA. EPA reviews the results and confirms a portion of them using their own testing facilities. To aid consumers shopping for new vehicles, EPA redesigned the fuel economy window sticker posted on all new cars and light trucks starting with Model Year 2013 vehicles to be easier to read and understand. EPA also redesigned fuel economy window stickers for electric and other advanced vehicles. EPA is responsible for providing the posted fuel economy data and does so through the FuelEconomy.gov website. For more information, visit EPA's Fuel Economy website. (Reference 40 CFR 600)
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Federal | Vehicle Acquisition and Fuel Use Requirements for State and Alternative Fuel Provider Fleets | Laws and Regulations |
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Vehicle Acquisition and Fuel Use Requirements for State and Alternative Fuel Provider Fleets
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Federal
Under the Energy Policy Act (EPAct) of 1992, as amended, certain state government and alternative fuel provider fleets are required to acquire alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs) as a portion of their annual light-duty vehicle acquisitions. Compliance is required by fleets that operate, lease, or control 50 or more light-duty vehicles within the United States. Of those 50 vehicles, at least 20 must be used primarily within a single Metropolitan Statistical Area/Consolidated Metropolitan Statistical Area, and those same 20 vehicles must also be capable of being centrally fueled for the fleet to be subject to the regulatory requirements. Under Standard Compliance, the AFVs that covered fleets acquire help them achieve compliance, with each AFV acquired earning the fleet one AFV-acquisition credit. Covered fleets may earn additional credits for AFVs earned in excess of their requirements, and these credits may be banked for future use toward compliance or traded with other fleets. Additionally, fleets that use fuel blends containing at least 20% biodiesel (B20) in medium- and heavy-duty vehicles may earn credits toward their annual AFV-acquisition requirements. A fleet may also earn credits that may be used toward compliance or banked once the fleet achieves compliance for investments in alternative fuel infrastructure, mobile non-road equipment, and emerging technologies associated with certain electric drive vehicle technologies. Fleets may also opt into Alternative Compliance, which allows fleets the option to choose a petroleum reduction path in lieu of acquiring AFVs under Standard Compliance. Interested fleets must obtain from DOE a waiver from Standard Compliance by submitting a plan that demonstrates a path by which they will achieve a certain level of petroleum reduction specific to their fleet composition. For more information, visit the EPAct State and Alternative Fuel Provider Fleets website. (Reference 42 U.S. Code 13251 and 13263a, and 10 CFR 490)
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Federal | Vehicle Acquisition and Fuel Use Requirements for Federal Fleets | Laws and Regulations |
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Vehicle Acquisition and Fuel Use Requirements for Federal Fleets
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Federal
Under the Energy Policy Act (EPAct) of 1992, 75% of new light-duty vehicles acquired by covered federal fleets must be alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs). As amended in January 2008, Section 301 of EPAct 1992 expands the definition of AFVs to include hybrid electric vehicles, fuel cell vehicles, and advanced lean burn vehicles. Fleets that use fuel blends containing at least 20% biodiesel (B20) may earn credits toward their annual requirements. Federal fleets are also required to use alternative fuels in dual-fuel vehicles unless the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) approves waivers for agency vehicles; grounds for a waiver include lack of alternative fuel availability and unreasonable cost (per EPAct 2005, section 701). Additional requirements for federal fleets were included in the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007, such as fleet management plans and petroleum reduction from 2005 levels (Section 142), low greenhouse gas (GHG) emitting vehicle acquisition requirements (Section 141), and renewable fuel infrastructure installation requirements (Section 246). For more information, see the Federal Fleet Management website. To track progress toward meeting AFV acquisition and fuel use requirements, federal fleets must report on their percent alternative fuel increase compared to the fiscal year 2005 baseline, alternative fuel use as a percentage of total fuel consumption, AFV acquisitions as a percentage of vehicle acquisitions, and fleet-wide miles per gasoline gallon equivalent of petroleum fuels. Executive Order 13834, issued in May 2018, requires the Secretary of Energy (Secretary), in coordination with the Secretary of Defense, the Administrator of General Services, and the heads of other agencies as appropriate, to review the existing federal vehicle fleet requirements. In April 2019, the Secretary provided a report to the Chairman of the Council on Environmental Quality and the Director of the Office of Management and Budget detailing opportunities to optimize federal fleet performance, reduce associated costs, and streamline reporting and compliance requirements. Specifically, the report recommends that federal agencies identify and implement strategies to:
(Reference 42 U.S. Code 13212 and Executive Order 13834 and Executive Order 14008)
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Federal | Vehicle Acquisition and Fuel Use Requirements for Private and Local Government Fleets | Laws and Regulations |
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Vehicle Acquisition and Fuel Use Requirements for Private and Local Government Fleets
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Federal
Under the Energy Policy Act (EPAct) of 1992, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) was directed to determine whether private and local government fleets should be mandated to acquire alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs). In January 2004, DOE published a final rule announcing its decision not to implement an AFV acquisition mandate for private and local government fleets. In response to a March 2006 ruling by a U.S. District Court, DOE issued a subsequent final rulemaking on the new Replacement Fuel Goal in March 2007, which extended the EPAct 1992 goal to 2030. The goal is to achieve a domestic production capacity for replacement fuels sufficient to replace 30% of the U.S. motor fuel consumption. In March 2008, DOE issued its determination not to implement a fleet compliance mandate for private and local government fleets, concluding that such a mandate is not necessary to achieve the Replacement Fuel Goal. For more information on the Private and Local Government Fleet Rule compliance, visit the EPAct Private and Local Government Fleet Determination website. (Reference 42 U.S. Code 13257) |
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Federal | Biomass Research and Development Initiative | Incentives |
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Biomass Research and Development Initiative
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture, in conjunction with U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Biomass Programs, provides grant funding for projects addressing research, development, and demonstration of biofuels and bio-based products and the methods, practices, and technologies for their production, under the Biomass Research and Development Initiative (Section 9008). The competitive award process focuses on three main technical areas: feedstock development; biofuels and bio-based products development; and biofuels development analysis. Eligible applicants are institutions of higher learning, national laboratories, federal research agencies, private sector entities, and non-profit organizations. The non-federal share of the total project cost must be at least 20% for research and development projects and 50% for demonstration projects. Renewable biomass is defined as materials, pre-commercial thinnings, or invasive species on National Forest System land that qualify as by-products of preventative treatments, are harvested in accordance with applicable laws, and would not otherwise be used for higher-value products, as well as naturally reoccurring organic matter on non-federal or non-tribal lands, including renewable plant material, feed grains, other plants and trees, algae, and vegetable and animal waste material and by-products. This program's funding is subject to congressional appropriations. For more information, see the Biomass Research & Development website. (Reference Public Law 113-79 and 7 U.S. Code 8108)
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Federal | Value-Added Producer Grants (VAPG) | Incentives |
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Value-Added Producer Grants (VAPG)
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
Value-Added Producer Grants (VAPG) are available to help independent agricultural producers enter into or expand value-added activities, including innovative uses of agricultural projects, such as biofuels production. Eligible applicants include independent producers, farmer and rancher cooperatives, agricultural producer groups, and majority-controlled producer-based business ventures. Participants may apply for either a planning grant or a working capital grant, but not both. In addition, no more than 10% of program funds may be awarded to majority-controlled producer-based business ventures. Grants are awarded to projects determined to be economically viable and sustainable. For more information about grant eligibility, see the VAPG website and contact the appropriate State Rural Development Office. This program's funding is subject to congressional appropriations. (Reference Public Law 113-79, Section 6203; and 7 U.S. Code 1632a) |
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Federal | Voluntary Airport Low Emission (VALE) Program | Programs |
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Voluntary Airport Low Emission (VALE) Program
Type: Programs |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The goal of the VALE Program is to reduce ground level emissions at commercial service airports located in designated ozone and carbon monoxide air quality nonattainment and maintenance areas. The VALE Program provides funding through the Airport Improvement Program and the Passenger Facility Charges program for the purchase of low emission vehicles, development of fueling and recharging stations, implementing gate electrification, and other airport air quality improvements. For more information, see the VALE Program website. (Reference 49 U.S. Code 47139) |
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Federal | Vehicle Fuel Economy and Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Standards | Laws and Regulations |
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Vehicle Fuel Economy and Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Standards
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Federal
Vehicle manufacturers must meet fuel economy and GHG emissions standards for vehicles sold in the United States. The U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) regulates fuel economy standards, while the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulates GHG emissions. NHTSA's Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) program and EPA's light-duty vehicle GHG emissions program set standards for passenger cars, light-duty trucks, and medium-duty passenger vehicles. By Model Year (MY) 2025, these vehicles must meet an estimated combined average fuel economy of 48.7 to 49.7 miles per gallon or higher. The standards provide flexibility to manufacturers, including the ability to earn credits for alternative fuel vehicles. For information on the standards from MY 2017-2025, see the final rule in the Federal Register. NHTSA and EPA also regulate fuel economy and GHG emissions for on-road vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 8,500 pounds or greater and the engines that power them. For MY 2014-2018 medium- and heavy-duty vehicles that are not already covered by the standards described above, manufacturers must meet increasingly stringent fuel economy and GHG emissions standards tailored to each of three main regulatory subcategories: combination tractors (also known as semi trucks); heavy-duty pickup trucks and vans; and vocational vehicles (such as delivery, refuse, and tow trucks; transit, shuttle, and school buses; and emergency vehicles). The standards provide flexibility, allowing for emissions and/or fuel consumption credits to be averaged, banked, or traded. For more information, refer to the final rule in the Federal Register. For more information, see the EPA's Regulations and Standards website and NHTSA's CAFE website. (Reference 40 CFR 85-86, 600, 1033, 1036-1037, 1039, 1065-1066, and 1068; 49 CFR 523, 531, 533-534, and 537-538; and 49 U.S. Code Chapter 329)
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Federal | High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) Lane Exemption | Laws and Regulations |
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High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) Lane Exemption
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Federal
States are allowed to exempt certified alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs) and electric vehicles (EVs) from HOV lane requirements within the state. Eligible AFVs are defined as vehicles operating solely on methanol, denatured ethanol, or other alcohols; a mixture containing at least 85% methanol, denatured ethanol, or other alcohols; natural gas, propane, hydrogen, or coal derived liquid fuels; or fuels derived from biological materials. EVs are defined as vehicles that are recharged from an external source of electricity and have a battery capacity of at least 4 kilowatt-hours. States are also allowed to establish programs allowing low-emission and energy-efficient vehicles to pay a toll to access HOV lanes. Vehicles must be certified by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and appropriately labeled for use in HOV lanes. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) is responsible for planning and implementing HOV programs, including the low-emission and energy-efficient vehicle criteria EPA established. States that choose to adopt these requirements will be responsible for enforcement and vehicle labeling. The HOV exemption for AFVs and EVs expires September 30, 2025 and low-emission and energy-efficient vehicle toll-access to HOV lanes expires September 30, 2019.
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Federal | Aftermarket Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Conversions | Laws and Regulations |
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Aftermarket Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Conversions
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Federal
Conventional original equipment manufacturer vehicles altered to operate on propane, natural gas, methane gas, ethanol, or electricity are classified as aftermarket AFV conversions. All vehicle conversions, except those that are completed for a vehicle to run on electricity, must meet current applicable U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards. For more information about vehicle conversion certification requirements, see the Alternative Fuels Data Center's Vehicle Conversions website and EPA's Certification and Compliance for Vehicles and Engines website. (Reference 40 CFR 85 and Enforcement Policy on Vehicle and Engine Tampering and Aftermarket Defeat Devices)
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Federal | Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) Program | Programs |
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Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) Program
Type: Programs |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency established the DERA Program to reduce pollution emitted from diesel engines through the implementation of varied control strategies and the involvement of national, state, and local partners. DERA includes programs for existing diesel fleets, regulations for clean diesel engines and fuels, and regional collaborations and partnerships. For information on available grants and funding opportunities, see the DERA Funding website.
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Federal | Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) Program | Laws and Regulations |
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Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS) Program
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The national RFS Program was developed to increase the volume of renewable fuel that is blended into transportation fuels. As required by the Energy Policy Act of 2005, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized RFS Program regulations, effective September 1, 2007. The Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (EISA) increased and expanded this standard. By 2022, 36 billion gallons of renewable fuel must be blended into domestic transportation fuels each year. A certain percentage of this renewable fuel must be advanced biofuel, which includes fuels derived from approved renewable biomass, excluding corn starch-based ethanol. Other advanced biofuels may include sugarcane-based fuels, renewable diesel co-processed with petroleum, and other biofuels that may exist in the future. All advanced biofuels must achieve a minimum of a 50% greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction compared to baseline petroleum emissions. Nested within advanced biofuels are two sub-categories: cellulosic biofuel and biomass-based diesel, both of which have their own percentage requirements. Cellulosic biofuel is defined as any renewable fuel derived from cellulose, hemicellulose, or lignin that achieves a 60% GHG emissions reduction. Biomass-based diesel is defined as a renewable transportation fuel, transportation fuel additive, heating oil, or jet fuel, such as biodiesel or non-ester renewable diesel, and achieves a 50% GHG emissions reduction. If intended for use in a motor vehicle, the fuel must also be registered with EPA as a motor vehicle fuel or fuel additive. Each year, EPA determines the annual percentage standards by dividing the annual amount of renewable fuel (gallons) required by EISA for each renewable fuel pathway by the amount of highway and non-road gasoline and petroleum diesel estimated to be supplied that year. These percentages are then applied to obligated parties’ actual fuel sales to determine their Renewable Volume Obligation (RVO). Any party that produces gasoline for use in the United States, including refiners, importers, and blenders (other than oxygenate blenders), is considered an obligated party under the RFS Program. Parties that do not produce, import, or market fuels within the 48 contiguous states are exempt from the renewable fuel tracking program. To facilitate and track compliance with the RFS, a producer or importer of renewable fuel must generate Renewable Identification Numbers (RINs) to represent renewable fuels produced or imported by the entity on or after September 1, 2007, assigned by gallon or batch. Assigned RINs are transferred when ownership of a batch of fuel occurs, but not when fuel only changes custody. A trading program is in place to allow obligated parties to comply with their annual RVO requirements through the purchase of RINs. Obligated parties must register with EPA in order to participate in the trading program. For each calendar year, an obligated party must demonstrate that it has sufficient RINs to cover its RVO. RINs may only be used for compliance purposes in the calendar year they are generated or the following year. Obligated parties must report their ownership of RINs to EPA’s Office of Transportation and Air Quality on a quarterly and annual basis.For more information, see the RFS Program website.
(Reference 42 U.S. Code 7545(o) and 40 CFR 80.1100-80.1167)
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Federal | Alternative Fuel Definition | Laws and Regulations |
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Alternative Fuel Definition
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The following fuels are defined as alternative fuels by the Energy Policy Act (EPAct) of 1992: pure methanol, ethanol, and other alcohols; blends of 85% or more of alcohol with gasoline; natural gas and liquid fuels domestically produced from natural gas; propane; coal-derived liquid fuels; hydrogen; electricity; pure biodiesel (B100); fuels, other than alcohol, derived from biological materials; and P-Series fuels. In addition, the U.S. Department of Energy may designate other fuels as alternative fuels, provided that the fuel is substantially non-petroleum, yields substantial energy security benefits, and offers substantial environmental benefits. For more information, see the EPAct website. (Reference 42 U.S. Code 13211)
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Federal | Electric Vehicle (EV) and Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) Manufacturing Loans | Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) and Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) Manufacturing Loans
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) provides grants or loan guarantees through the Loan Guarantee Program for the domestic production of efficient hybrid vehicles, plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, all-electric vehicles, and hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles,. The program is not intended for research and development projects. DOE may issue loan guarantees for at least 50% of the amount of the loan for an eligible project. Eligible projects may include the deployment of fueling infrastructure, including associated hardware and software, for alternative fuels. For loan guarantees of over 80%, the loan must be issued and funded by the Treasury Department’s Federal Financing Bank. For more information, see the DOE Loan Guarantee Program website and the Alternative Fuel Infrastructure fact sheet.
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Federal | Biodiesel Mixture Excise Tax Credit | Incentives |
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Biodiesel Mixture Excise Tax Credit
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
NOTE: This incentive was originally set to expire on December 31, 2022, but has been extended through December 31, 2024, by Public Law 117-169. A biodiesel blender that is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) may be eligible for a tax incentive in the amount of $1.00 per gallon of pure biodiesel, agri-biodiesel, or renewable diesel blended with petroleum diesel to produce a mixture containing at least 0.1% diesel fuel. Only blenders that have produced and sold or used the qualified biodiesel mixture as a fuel in their trade or business are eligible for the tax credit. The incentive must first be taken as a credit against the blender’s fuel tax liability; any excess over this tax liability may be claimed as a direct payment from the IRS. Claims must include a copy of the certificate from the registered biodiesel producer or importer that: identifies the product; specifies the product’s biodiesel, agri-biodiesel, and/or renewable diesel content; confirms that the product is properly registered as a fuel with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency; and confirms that the product meets the requirements of ASTM Standard D6751. Renewable diesel is defined as liquid fuel derived from biomass that meets EPA’s fuel registration requirements and ASTM Standards D975 or D396; the definition of renewable diesel does not include any fuel derived from co-processing biomass with a feedstock that is not biomass.
For more information about claiming the credit, see IRS Form 4136, which is available on the IRS Forms and Publications website. (Reference 26 U.S. Code 6426 and Public Law 117-169)
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Federal | Biodiesel Income Tax Credit | Incentives |
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Biodiesel Income Tax Credit
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
NOTE: This incentive was originally set to expire on December 31, 2022, but has been extended through December 31, 2024, by Public Law 117-169. A taxpayer that delivers pure, unblended biodiesel (B100) into the tank of a vehicle or uses B100 as an on-road fuel in their trade or business may be eligible for an incentive in the amount of $1.00 per gallon of biodiesel, agri-biodiesel, or renewable diesel. If the biodiesel was sold at retail, only the person that sold the fuel and placed it into the tank of the vehicle is eligible for the tax credit. The incentive is allowed as a credit against the taxpayer’s income tax liability. Claims must include a copy of the certificate from the registered biodiesel producer or importer that: identifies the product; specifies the product’s biodiesel, agri-biodiesel, and/or renewable diesel content; confirms that the product is properly registered as a fuel with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA); and confirms that the product meets the requirements of ASTM Standard D6751. Renewable diesel is defined as liquid fuel derived from biomass that meets EPA’s fuel registration requirements and ASTM Standards D975 or D396; the definition of renewable diesel does not include any fuel derived from co-processing biomass with a feedstock that is not biomass.
For more information about claiming the credit, see Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Forms 637 and 8864, which are available on the IRS Forms and Publications website. For information about registering with the EPA, see the EPA Fuels Registration, Reporting, and Compliance Help website. (Reference 26 U.S. Code 40A and Public Law 117-169)
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Federal | Alternative Fuel Tax Exemption | Incentives |
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Alternative Fuel Tax Exemption
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
Alternative fuels used in a manner that the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) deems as nontaxable are exempt from federal fuel taxes. Common nontaxable uses in a motor vehicle are: on a farm for farming purposes; in certain intercity and local buses; in a school bus; for exclusive use by a non-profit educational organization; and for exclusive use by a state, political subdivision of a state, or the District of Columbia. This exemption is not available to tax exempt entities that are not liable for excise taxes on transportation fuel. For more information, see IRS Publication 510. (Reference 26 U.S. Code 4041)
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Federal | Alternative Fuel Definition - Internal Revenue Code | Laws and Regulations |
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Alternative Fuel Definition - Internal Revenue Code
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) defines alternative fuels as propane, natural gas, liquefied hydrogen, liquid fuel derived from coal through the Fischer-Tropsch process, liquid hydrocarbons derived from biomass, and P-Series fuels. Biodiesel, ethanol, and renewable diesel are not considered alternative fuels by the IRS. While the term "hydrocarbons" includes liquids that contain oxygen, hydrogen, and carbon and as such "liquid hydrocarbons derived from biomass" includes ethanol, biodiesel, and renewable diesel, the IRS specifically excluded these fuels from the definition. (Reference 26 U.S. Code 6426)
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Federal | Electric Vehicle (EV) and Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) Tax Credit | Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) and Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) Tax Credit
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 (Public Law 117-169) amended the Qualified Plug-in Electric Drive Motor Vehicle Credit (IRC 30D), now known as the Clean Vehicle Credit, and added a new requirement for final assembly in North America that took effect on August 17, 2022, with additional requirements taking place beginning January 1, 2023. For vehicles placed in service on or after January 1, 2023, the Clean Vehicle Credit provisions will be subject to updated guidance from the IRS and the U.S. Department of the Treasury. See the IRS Plug-In Electric Drive Vehicle Credit for further details. More details are provided below by date of purchase and on the list of EVs with Final Assembly in North America.
For up-to-date information on eligibility requirements for the Clean Vehicle Credit for vehicles acquired beginning January 1, 2023, see the information from the IRS.
Vehicles Placed in Service After December 31, 2022Beginning January 1, 2023, the Clean Vehicle Credit (CVC) provisions remove manufacturer sales caps, expand the scope of eligible vehicles to include both EVs and FCEVs, and require a traction battery that has at least seven kilowatt-hours (kWh). An available tax credit under the CVC may be limited by the vehicle’s MSRP and the buyer’s modified adjusted gross income (see below). The CVC provisions also establish criteria for a vehicle to be considered eligible that involve sourcing requirements for critical mineral extraction, processing, and recycling and battery component manufacturing and assembly; these critical material and battery component provisions begin to apply only after the U.S. Department of the Treasury issues guidance on these particular provisions. Until the Treasury Department issues this critical mineral and battery component guidance, the available CVC tax credit amounts to a base amount of $2500 plus, for a vehicle that draws propulsion energy from a battery with at least 7 kWh of capacity, $417, plus an additional $417 for each kilowatt hour of battery capacity in excess of 5 kWh. The total tax credit available for a vehicle may not exceed $7,500. Once the Treasury Department issues the critical mineral and battery component guidance, vehicles that meet the critical mineral requirements are eligible for $3,750 tax credit, and vehicles that meet the battery component requirements are eligible for a $3,750 tax credit. Vehicles meeting both the critical mineral and the battery component requirements are eligible for a total tax credit of $7,500. Critical Minerals: To be eligible for the $3,750 critical minerals portion of the tax credit, the percentage of the value of the battery’s critical minerals that are extracted or processed in the United States or a U.S. free-trade agreement partner or recycled in North America, must increase according to the following schedule:
Battery Components: To be eligible for the $3,750 battery components portion of the tax credit, the percentage of the value of the battery’s components that are manufactured or assembled in North America must increase according to the following schedule:
To be eligible for the CVC tax credit, vans, sport utility vehicles, and pickup trucks must meet the additional requirements of not having a final manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) above $80,000, and all other vehicles may not have a final MSRP above $55,000. The final MSRP can be found on the vehicle’s window sticker, which is also known as the “Monroney label”; the final MSRP includes any trim, options, or accessories for the particular vehicle and excludes the destination fee. Additionally, a taxpayer’s eligibility for the tax credit may be limited by thresholds for modified adjusted gross income (MAGI); only individuals having a MAGI below the following thresholds are eligible for the tax credit:
Further guidance on these provisions is forthcoming. For more information, including additional eligibility requirements, see the IRS Plug-In Electric Drive Vehicle Credit website. Vehicles Purchased Between August 17 and December 31, 2022Qualifying EVs purchased and delivered between August 17, 2022, and December 31, 2022, are eligible for the tax incentive as described below for vehicles purchased before August 17, 2022, but are limited to vehicles with final assembly in North America. Manufacturer sales caps on vehicles apply. Note that for some manufacturers, the build location may vary based on the specific vehicle, trim, or the date in the Model Year when it was produced because some models are produced in multiple locations. The build location of a particular vehicle should be confirmed by referring to its Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) using the U.S. Department of Transportation’s VIN decoder or an information label affixed to the vehicle. For more information, see EVs with Final Assembly in North America. Vehicles Purchased Before August 17, 2022Qualifying EVs purchased before August 17, 2022, are eligible for a tax credit that is available for the purchase of a new qualified EV that draws propulsion using a traction battery that has at least five kilowatt-hours (kWh) of capacity, uses an external source of energy to recharge the battery, has a gross vehicle weight rating of up to 14,000 pounds, and meets specified emission standards. The minimum credit amount is $2,500, and the credit may be up to $7,500 based on each vehicle’s traction battery capacity and the gross vehicle weight rating. The credit will begin to be phased out for each manufacturer in the second quarter following the calendar quarter in which a minimum of 200,000 qualified PEVs have been sold by that manufacturer for use in the United States. This tax credit is also available for future EV owners with a written binding contract to purchase a new qualifying electric vehicle before August 16, 2022, but do not take possession of the vehicle until on or after August 16, 2022. For more information, including qualifying vehicles and sales by manufacturer, see the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Qualified Plug-in Electric Drive Motor Vehicle Credit website. (Reference U.S. Code 30D and Public Law 117-169)
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Federal | Idle Reduction Equipment Excise Tax Exemption | Incentives |
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Idle Reduction Equipment Excise Tax Exemption
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
Qualified on-board idle reduction devices and advanced insulation are exempt from the federal excise tax imposed on the retail sale of heavy-duty highway trucks and trailers. The exemption also applies to the installation of qualified equipment on vehicles after the vehicles have been placed into service. For a list of eligible products and additional information about product exemption eligibility criteria, see the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) SmartWay Technology Program Federal Excise Tax Exemption website. The exemption applies to equipment that EPA, in consultation with the U.S. Department of Energy and the U.S. Department of Transportation, identified as reducing the idling of the tractor at a motor vehicle rest stop or other location where such vehicles are temporarily parked or remain stationary. Only equipment sold on or after October 4, 2008, is eligible. For more information, see IRS Publication 510 and the instructions for IRS Form 720, which are available on the IRS Forms and Publications website. (Reference 26 U.S. Code 4053)
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Federal | Advanced Technology Vehicle (ATV) and Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Manufacturing Incentives | Incentives |
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Advanced Technology Vehicle (ATV) and Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Manufacturing Incentives
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing Loan Program may offer direct loans to eligible manufacturers for up to 30% of the cost of re-equipping, expanding, or establishing manufacturing facilities in the United States used to produce qualified ATVs, ATV components, or alternative fuel infrastructure, including associated hardware and software. Qualified ATVs are light-, medium-, and heavy-duty ultra-efficient vehicles that meet specified federal emission standards and fuel economy requirements, and emit low or zero exhaust. Ultra-efficient vehicles are fully closed compartment vehicles, designed to carry at least two adult passengers, which achieve at least 75 miles per gallon while operating on gasoline or diesel fuel, as hybrid electric vehicles operating on gasoline or diesel fuel, or as fully electric vehicles. Qualified components must be designed for ATVs and installed for the purpose of meeting ATV performance requirements, as determined by DOE. For more information, see the DOE’s ATVs Manufacturing Loan Program website and ATVs Manufacturing Loan Program fact sheet. (Reference 42 U.S. Code 17013 and Public Law 117-169)
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Federal | Alternative Fuel Mixture Excise Tax Credit | Incentives |
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Alternative Fuel Mixture Excise Tax Credit
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
NOTE: This incentive was originally set to expire on December 31, 2021, but has been extended through December 31, 2024, by Public Law 117-169. An alternative fuel blender that is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) may be eligible for a tax incentive on the sale or use of the alternative fuel blend (mixture) for use as a fuel in the blender’s trade or business. The credit is in the amount of $0.50 per gallon of alternative fuel used to produce a mixture containing at least 0.1% gasoline, diesel, or kerosene. Qualified alternative fuels are liquefied hydrogen, P-Series fuel, liquid fuel derived from coal through the Fischer-Tropsch process, and liquid fuel derived from biomass. The incentive must be taken as a credit against the blender’s alternative fuel tax liability. The tax credit is not allowed if an incentive for the same alternative fuel is also determined under the rules for the ethanol or biodiesel tax credits.
For more information about claiming the credit, see IRS Form 720, which is available on the IRS Forms and Publications website. (Reference 26 U.S. Code 6426 and Public Law 117-169)
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Federal | Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Reporting Requirement | Laws and Regulations |
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Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Reporting Requirement
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Federal
Vehicle and engine manufacturers are required to report annual GHG emissions to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Vehicle and engine manufacturers outside of the light-duty sector are required to report carbon dioxide emissions levels beginning with Model Year 2011 and other GHG emissions in subsequent model years. This includes heavy trucks, motorcycles, and non-road engines and equipment. The reporting requirement also applies to suppliers of fossil fuels or industrial GHGs and facilities that emit at least 25,000 metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent per year. For more information, see EPA's Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program website. (Reference 40 CFR 86-90, 94, 98, 1033, 1039, 1042, 1045, 1048, 1051, 1054, and 1065)
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Federal | Procurement Preference for Electric and Hybrid Electric Vehicles | Laws and Regulations |
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Procurement Preference for Electric and Hybrid Electric Vehicles
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) must exhibit a preference for the lease or procurement of motor vehicles with electric or hybrid electric propulsion systems, including plug-in hybrid systems, if the vehicles are commercially available at a cost reasonably comparable to motor vehicles with internal combustion engines. Tactical vehicles designed for use in combat are excluded from the requirement. (Reference 10 U.S. Code 2922g)
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California | Air Quality Improvement Program Funding - Ventura County | State Incentives |
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Air Quality Improvement Program Funding - Ventura County
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The Ventura County Air Pollution Control District (VCAPCD) administers the Clean Air Fund, which provides grants for qualified air quality improvement projects located in Ventura County. The Clean Air Fund Advisory Committee is interested in projects that will have significant emissions reduction impacts. For more information, see the VCAPCD Clean Air Fund website.
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California | Employer Invested Emissions Reduction Funding - South Coast | State Incentives |
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Employer Invested Emissions Reduction Funding - South Coast
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) administers the Air Quality Investment Program (AQIP). AQIP provides funding to allow employers within SCAQMD's jurisdiction to make annual investments into an administered fund to meet employers' emissions reduction targets. The revenues collected are used to fund alternative mobile source emissions and trip reduction programs, including alternative fuel vehicle projects, on an on-going basis. Programs such as low emission, alternative fuel, or zero emission vehicle procurement and old vehicle scrapping may be considered for funding. For more information, including current requests for proposals and funding opportunities, see the AQIP website.
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Rate Reduction - SMUD | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Rate Reduction - SMUD
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) offers a discounted rate to residential customers for electricity used to charge EVs. For more information, see the SMUD Rate Details website. |
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California | Alternative Fuel Tax | Laws and Regulations |
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Alternative Fuel Tax
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The excise tax imposed on compressed natural gas (CNG), liquefied natural gas (LNG), and propane used to operate a vehicle can be paid through an annual flat rate sticker tax based on the following vehicle weights:
Alternatively, owners and operators may pay an excise tax on CNG of $0.0887 per gasoline gallon equivalent (GGE) measured at standard pressure and temperature, $0.1017 for each diesel gallon equivalent (DGE) of LNG, and $0.06 per gallon of propane. One GGE is equal to 126.67 cubic feet or 5.66 lbs. of CNG and one DGE is equal to 6.06 lbs. of LNG. The excise tax on ethanol and methanol fuel blends containing up to 15% gasoline or diesel fuel is one-half the tax on gasoline and diesel prescribed by California Revenue and Taxation Code section 8651.
(Reference California Revenue and Taxation Code 8651-8651.8 and California Business and Professions Code 13404 and 13470) |
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California | Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Production Requirements | Laws and Regulations |
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Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Production Requirements
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) certifies new passenger cars, light-duty trucks, and medium-duty passenger vehicles as ZEVs if the vehicles produce zero exhaust emissions of any criteria pollutant (or precursor pollutant) under all possible operational modes and conditions. Manufacturers with annual sales between 4,501 and 60,000 vehicles may comply with the ZEV requirements through multiple alternative compliance options that include producing low emission vehicles and obtaining ZEV credits. Manufacturers with annual sales of 4,500 vehicles or less are not subject to this regulation. CARB’s emissions control program for MY 2017 through 2025 combines the control of smog, soot, and greenhouse gases (GHGs) and requirements for ZEVs into a single package of standards called Advanced Clean Cars. In December 2012, CARB finalized new regulatory requirements that allow vehicle manufacturer compliance with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s GHG requirements for MY 2017-2025 to serve as compliance with California’s adopted GHG emissions requirements for those same model years. The accounting procedures for MY 2018-2025 are based on a credit system as shown in the table below. The minimum ZEV requirement for each manufacturer includes the percentage of passenger cars and light-duty trucks produced by the manufacturer and delivered for sale in California. The regulation also includes opportunities for compliance with transitional zero emission vehicles, which must demonstrate certain exhaust emissions standards, evaporative emissions standards, on-board diagnostic requirements, and extended warranties.
For more information, see the CARB ZEV Program website. (Reference California Code of Regulations Title 13, Section 1962 -1962.2) |
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California | High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) and High Occupancy Toll (HOT) Lane Exemption | State Incentives |
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High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) and High Occupancy Toll (HOT) Lane Exemption
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
Compressed natural gas, hydrogen, electric, and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles meeting specified California and federal emissions standards and affixed with a California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Clean Air Vehicle sticker may use HOV lanes regardless of the number of occupants in the vehicle. Purple stickers expire January 1, 2023; orange stickers expire January 1, 2024; blue stickers expire January 1, 2025; and yellow stickers expire September 30, 2025. Residents with an annual income at or below 80% of California’s median income level may participate in the Income-Based CAV (IB-CAV) Decal Program, which allows used vehicles with previously issued CAV decals to retain eligibility for a CAV decal. IB-CAV decals are valid through January 1, 2024. Additional requirements apply. The California Department of Transportation must publish a report by June 1, 2023, detailing the number of stickers issued under this program. Vehicles originally issued white, green, or red decals are no longer eligible to participate in this program. Vehicles with stickers are also eligible for reduced rates on or exemptions from toll charges imposed on HOT lanes. For more information and restrictions, including a list of qualifying vehicles and additional eligibility requirements, see the California Air Resources Board Carpool Stickers website. (Reference California Vehicle Code 5205.5 and 21655.9) |
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California | Fleet Emissions Reduction Requirements - South Coast | Laws and Regulations |
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Fleet Emissions Reduction Requirements - South Coast
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) requires government fleets and private contractors under contract with public entities to purchase non-diesel lower emission and alternative fuel vehicles. The rule applies to transit bus, school bus, refuse hauler, and other vehicle fleets of at least 15 vehicles that operate in Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Riverside, and Orange counties. (Reference SCAQMD Rules 1186.1 and 1191-1196) |
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California | Alternative Fuel and Vehicle Policy Development | Laws and Regulations |
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Alternative Fuel and Vehicle Policy Development
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Energy Commission (CEC) must prepare and submit an Integrated Energy Policy Report (IEPR) to the governor on a biannual basis. The IEPR provides an overview of major energy trends and issues facing the state, including those related to transportation fuels, technologies, and infrastructure. The IEPR also examines potential effects of alternative fuels use, vehicle efficiency improvements, and shifts in transportation modes on public health and safety, the economy, resources, the environment, and energy security. The IEPR’s primary purpose is to develop energy policies that conserve resources, protect the environment, ensure energy reliability, enhance the state’s economy, and protect public health and safety.
As of November 1, 2015, and every four years thereafter, the CEC must also include in the IEPR strategies to maximize the benefits of natural gas in various sectors. This includes the use of natural gas as a transportation fuel. For more information, see the 2020 Integrated Energy Policy Report. (Reference California Public Resources Code 25302 and 25303.5) |
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California | Mobile Source Emissions Reduction Requirements | Laws and Regulations |
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Mobile Source Emissions Reduction Requirements
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
Through its Mobile Sources Program, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) has developed programs and policies to reduce emissions from on-road heavy-duty diesel vehicles through the installation of verified diesel emission control strategies (VDECS) and vehicle replacements. The on-road heavy-duty diesel vehicle rule (i.e., truck and bus regulation) requires the retrofit and replacement of nearly all privately owned vehicles operated in California with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) greater than 14,000 pounds (lbs.). School buses owned by private and public entities and federal government owned vehicles are also included in the scope of the rule. By January 1, 2023, nearly all vehicles must have engines certified to the 2010 engine standard or equivalent. The drayage truck rule regulates heavy-duty diesel-fueled vehicles that transport cargo to and from California’s ports and intermodal rail facilities. The rule requires that certain drayage trucks be equipped with VDECS and that all applicable vehicles have engines certified to the 2007 emissions standards. By January 1, 2023, all applicable vehicles must have engines certified to 2010 standards. The solid waste collection vehicle rule regulates solid waste collection vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of 14,000 lbs. or more that operate on diesel fuel, have 1960 through 2006 engine models, and collect waste for a fee. The fleet rule for public agencies and utilities requires fleets to install VDECS on vehicles or purchase vehicles that run on alternative fuels or use advanced technologies to achieve emissions requirements by specified implementation dates.
(Reference California Code of Regulations Title 13, 2021-2027)
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California | Heavy-Duty Truck Idle Reduction Requirement | Laws and Regulations |
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Heavy-Duty Truck Idle Reduction Requirement
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
A driver of a diesel-fueled vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating of more than 10,000 pounds may not idle the vehicle’s primary engine for more than five consecutive minutes at any location, and is not allowed to operate a diesel-fueled auxiliary power system (APS) on the vehicle for more than five minutes when located within 100 feet of a restricted area. Exceptions apply in certain situations and for certain vehicles. Any internal combustion APS used in California must comply with applicable state off-road and/or federal non-road emissions standards and test procedures for its fuel type and power category to ensure that emissions do not exceed the emissions of a truck engine operating at idle. Model Year 2008 and newer heavy-duty diesel engines must be equipped with non-programmable engine shutdown systems that automatically shut down the engine after five minutes of idling or optionally meet a stringent nitrogen oxide idling emissions standard. A heavy-duty diesel engine certified for optional idling emissions standards must have a “certified clean idle” label, issued by the engine manufacturer, affixed permanently on the driver’s side hood of the truck. Similarly, off-road diesel engine APSs fitted with a proper, verified level 3 diesel particulate filter must have a “verified clean APS” label, issued by the APS manufacturer, affixed permanently on the driver’s side hood of the truck. Operators of trucks equipped with sleeper berths are required to shut down the engine manually when idling more than five minutes at any location within California and are subject to fines for violation. The California Department of Motor Vehicles will not register, renew, or transfer registration for any vehicle operator who has received a violation until the violation is cleared.
For more information, see the California Air Resources Board Heavy-Duty Vehicle Idling Emission Reduction Program website. (Reference California Code of Regulations Title 13, Section 2485) |
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California | Idle Reduction Requirement at Schools | Laws and Regulations |
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Idle Reduction Requirement at Schools
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
A school bus driver must turn off the engine upon stopping at a school, or within 100 feet of a school, and may not turn the engine on more than 30 seconds before departing from the location. When the bus is at least 100 feet away from a school, the driver may not idle the engine for more than five consecutive minutes, or for periods totaling more than five minutes during any one hour period. Transit and commercial vehicle operators may not idle for more than five consecutive minutes at each stop within 100 feet of a school, or for periods totaling more than five minutes during any one hour period. Exemptions apply for necessary idling while stopped in traffic, at traffic signals, and at the direction of law enforcement personnel. For more information, see the California Air Resources Board School Bus Idling Airborne Toxic Control Measure website. (Reference California Code of Regulations Title 13, Section 2480) |
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California | Low-Speed Electric Vehicle (EV) Access to Roadways | Laws and Regulations |
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Low-Speed Electric Vehicle (EV) Access to Roadways
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
A low-speed EV, also known as a neighborhood electric vehicle, is defined as a motor vehicle with four wheels, a gross vehicle weight rating of 3,000 pounds or less, and capable of achieving a minimum speed of 20 miles per hour (mph) and a maximum speed of 25 mph. Low-speed EVs are subject to all provisions applicable to a motor vehicle and must meet federal safety standards established in Title 49 of the Code of Federal Regulations, section 571.500. Drivers of low-speed EVs must comply with all provisions applicable to drivers of motor vehicles. The operator of a low-speed EV may not operate the vehicle on any roadway with a posted speed limit greater than 35 mph except to cross a roadway at an intersection. (Reference California Vehicle Code 385.5 and 21250-21266) |
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California | Heavy-Duty Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Grant - Sacramento | State Incentives |
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Heavy-Duty Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Grant - Sacramento
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The Sacramento Emergency Clean Air and Transportation (SECAT) Program provides grants to offset the costs of zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles that reduce on-road emissions within the counties of El Dorado, Placer, Sacramento, Sutter, Yolo, and Yuba in California. Eligible projects include the purchase of battery-electric or hydrogen fuel cell trucks, buses, and shuttles. Other advanced technology implementation projects may also qualify. For more information, including current funding opportunities, see the SECAT website. (Reference California Health and Safety Code 44299.50-44299.55)
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California | Fleet Vehicle Procurement Requirements | Laws and Regulations |
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Fleet Vehicle Procurement Requirements
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
When awarding a vehicle procurement contract, every city, county, and special district, including school and community college districts, may require that 75% of the passenger cars and/or light-duty trucks acquired be energy-efficient vehicles. This includes hybrid electric vehicles and alternative fuel vehicles that meet California’s advanced technology partial zero emission vehicle standards. Vehicle procurement contract evaluations may consider fuel economy and life cycle factors for scoring purposes. (Reference California Public Resources Code 25725-25726) |
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California | Hydrogen Fuel Specifications | Laws and Regulations |
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Hydrogen Fuel Specifications
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Department of Food and Agriculture, Division of Measurement Standards (DMS) requires that hydrogen fuel used in internal combustion engines and fuel cells must meet the SAE International J2719 standard for hydrogen fuel quality. For more information, see the DMS Hydrogen Fuel website. (Reference California Code of Regulations Title 4, Section 4180-4181) |
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California | Emissions Reductions Grants | State Incentives |
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Emissions Reductions Grants
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The Carl Moyer Memorial Air Quality Standards Attainment Program (Program) provides incentives to cover the incremental cost of purchasing engines and equipment that are cleaner than required by law. Eligible projects include heavy-duty fleet modernization, light-duty vehicle replacements and retrofits, idle reduction technology, off-road vehicle and equipment purchases, and alternative fuel and electric vehicle infrastructure projects. The Program provides funds for significant near-term reductions in nitrogen oxide emissions, reactive organic gases, and particulate matter emissions. Funding is available until January 1, 2024. The California Air Resources Board, in consultation with local air districts, must convene working groups to evaluate the Program’s policies and goals. Contact local air districts and see the Program website for more information about grant funding availability and distribution.
(Reference California Health and Safety Code 44275-44299.2)
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California | Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) and Fueling Infrastructure Grants | Laws and Regulations |
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Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) and Fueling Infrastructure Grants
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The Motor Vehicle Registration Fee Program (Program) provides funding for projects that reduce air pollution from on- and off-road vehicles. Eligible projects include purchasing AFVs and developing alternative fueling infrastructure. For more information, including grant funding and distribution, contact local air districts and see the Program website for more information about available grant funding and distribution from the Program. (Reference California Health and Safety Code 44220 (b)) |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Rate Reduction - SCE | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Rate Reduction - SCE
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
Southern California Edison (SCE) offers a discounted electricity rate to customers that own or lease an EV. Two rate schedules are available for EV charging during on- and off-peak hours. For more information, see the SCE EV Plans website. |
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California | Heavy-Duty Vehicle Emissions Reduction Grants | State Incentives |
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Heavy-Duty Vehicle Emissions Reduction Grants
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The Goods Movement Emission Reduction Program (Program) provides funding for projects that reduce emissions from freight movement in the state, including truck stop electrification infrastructure development and heavy-duty truck replacement, repower, or retrofit. For more information about funding application opportunities, see the Program website. (Reference California Health and Safety Code 39625-39627.5)
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California | Alternative Fuel and Vehicle Incentives | State Incentives |
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Alternative Fuel and Vehicle Incentives
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Energy Commission (CEC) administers the Clean Transportation Program (Program) to provide financial incentives for businesses, vehicle and technology manufacturers, workforce training partners, fleet owners, consumers, and academic institutions with the goal of developing and deploying alternative and renewable fuels and advanced transportation technologies. Funding areas include:
(Reference California Health and Safety Code 44272 - 44273 and California Code of Regulations, Title 13, Chapter 8.1) |
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California | Low Carbon Fuel Standard | Laws and Regulations |
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Low Carbon Fuel Standard
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
California’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) Program requires a reduction in the carbon intensity of transportation fuels that are sold, supplied, or offered for sale in the state through 2030. The California Air Resources Board regulations require transportation fuel producers and importers to meet specified average carbon intensity requirements for fuel. LCFS regulated fuels include natural gas, electricity, hydrogen, gasoline mixed with at least 10% corn-derived ethanol, biomass-based diesel, and propane. Non-biomass-based alternative fuels that are supplied in California for use in transportation at an aggregated volume of less than 3.6 million gasoline gallon equivalents per year are exempt from LCFS requirements. Other exemptions apply for transportation fuel used in specific applications. The LCFS Program allows producers and importers to generate, acquire, transfer, bank, borrow, and trade credits. Fuel producers and importers regulated under the LCFS must meet quarterly and annual reporting requirements. For more information, see the LCFS Program website. (Reference California Code of Regulations Title 17, Section 95480-95490; and California Health and Safety Code 38500-38599) |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Rate Reduction - PG&E | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Rate Reduction - PG&E
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) offers discounted residential time-of-use rates for electricity used to charge EVs during off-peak hours. Discounted rates are also available for CNG or uncompressed natural gas used in vehicle home fueling appliances. For more information, see the PG&E EV Rate Plans and CNG for Vehicles websites. |
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California | Alternative Fuel and Hybrid Electric Vehicle Retrofit Regulations | Laws and Regulations |
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Alternative Fuel and Hybrid Electric Vehicle Retrofit Regulations
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
Converting a vehicle to operate on an alternative fuel in lieu of the original gasoline or diesel fuel is prohibited unless the California Air Resources Board (CARB) has evaluated and certified the retrofit system. CARB will issue certification to the manufacturer of the system in the form of an Executive Order once the manufacturer demonstrates compliance with the emissions, warranty, and durability requirements. A manufacturer is defined as a person or company who manufactures or assembles an alternative fuel retrofit system for sale in California; this definition does not include individuals wishing to convert vehicles for personal use. Individuals interested in converting their vehicles to operate on an alternative fuel must ensure that the alternative fuel retrofit systems used for their vehicles have been CARB certified. For more information, see the CARB Alternative Fuel Retrofit Systems website. A hybrid electric vehicle that is Model Year 2000 or newer and is a passenger car, light-duty truck, or medium-duty vehicle may be converted to incorporate off-vehicle charging capability if the manufacturer demonstrates compliance with emissions, warranty, and durability requirements. CARB issues certification to the manufacturer and the vehicle must meet California emissions standards for the model year of the original vehicle.
(Reference California Code of Regulations Title 13, Section 2030-2032 and California Vehicle Code 27156) |
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California | Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and Electricity Tax Exemption for Transit Use | State Incentives |
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Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and Electricity Tax Exemption for Transit Use
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
CNG and electricity that local agencies or public transit operators use as motor vehicle fuel to operate public transit services is exempt from applicable user taxes a county imposes. (Reference California Revenue and Taxation Code 7284.3) |
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California | Vehicle Acquisition and Petroleum Reduction Requirements | Laws and Regulations |
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Vehicle Acquisition and Petroleum Reduction Requirements
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Department of General Services (DGS) is responsible for maintaining specifications and standards for passenger cars and light-duty trucks that are purchased or leased for state office, agency, and department use. These specifications include minimum vehicle emissions standards and encourage the purchase or lease of fuel-efficient and alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs). Specifically, DGS must reduce or displace the fleet’s consumption of petroleum products by 20% by January 1, 2020, as compared to the 2003 consumption level. Beginning in fiscal year 2024, DGS must also ensure that at least 50% of the light-duty vehicles purchased by the state are zero emission vehicles (ZEVs). Further, at least 15% of DGS’ fleet of new vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of 19,000 pounds or more must be ZEVs by 2025, and at least 30% by 2030. On an annual basis, DGS must compile information including, but not limited to, the number of AFVs and hybrid electric vehicles acquired, the locations of the alternative fuel pumps available for those vehicles, and the total amount of alternative fuels used. Vehicles the state owns or leases that are capable of operating on alternative fuel must operate on that fuel unless the alternative fuel is not available. DGS is also required to:
Beginning January 1, 2024, DGS must develop criteria to evaluate commercial car rental service contracts based on the number of ZEVs or PHEVs available in the service’s fleet. (Reference California Public Resources Code 25722.5-25722.11, and 25724) |
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California | Low Emission Vehicle (LEV) Standards | Laws and Regulations |
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Low Emission Vehicle (LEV) Standards
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
California’s LEV II exhaust emissions standards apply to Model Year (MY) 2004 and subsequent model year passenger cars, light-duty trucks, and medium-duty passenger vehicles meeting specified exhaust standards. The LEV II standards represent the maximum exhaust emissions for LEVs, Ultra LEVs, and Super Ultra LEVs, including flexible fuel, bi-fuel, and dual-fuel vehicles when operating on an alternative fuel. MY 2009 and subsequent model year passenger cars, light-duty trucks, and medium-duty passenger vehicles must meet specified fleet average greenhouse gas (GHG) exhaust emissions requirements. Each manufacturer must comply with these fleet average GHG requirements, which are based on California Air Resources Board (CARB) calculations. Bi-fuel, flexible fuel, dual-fuel, and grid-connected hybrid electric vehicles may be eligible for an alternative compliance method. In December 2012, CARB finalized regulatory requirements, referred to as LEV III, which allow vehicle manufacturer compliance with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s GHG requirements for MY 2017-2025 to serve as compliance with California’s adopted GHG emissions requirements for those same model years. In August 2022, CARB approved LEV IV standards, which updates regulations for light- and medium-duty internal combustion engine vehicles by reducing allowable exhaust emissions and emissions caused by evaporation. LEV IV also changes the calculation procedure for new vehicle fleet-average emissions and prohibits zero emissions vehicles from being considered in fleet-average emissions calculations by MY 2029. For more information, see the CARB LEV website for more information. (Reference California Code of Regulations Title 13, Section 1961-1961.3) |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Time-Of-Use (TOU) Rate - SDG&E | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Time-Of-Use (TOU) Rate - SDG&E
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) offers three EV TOU rates to residential customers. For more information, including eligibility requirements and rate details, see the SDG&E EV Plans website. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Requirements | Laws and Regulations |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Requirements
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
New EVs must be equipped with a conductive charger inlet port that meets the specifications contained in Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) standard J1772. EVs must be equipped with an on-board charger with a minimum output of 3.3 kilowatts (kW). These requirements do not apply to EVs that are only capable of Level 1 charging, which has a maximum power of 12 amperes (amps), a branch circuit rating of 15 amps, and continuous power of 1.44 kW. (Reference California Code of Regulations Title 13, Section 1962.2) |
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California | State Transportation Plan | Laws and Regulations |
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State Transportation Plan
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) must publish a California Transportation Plan (Plan) every five years, beginning December 31, 2015. The Plan must address how the state will achieve maximum feasible emissions reductions, taking into consideration the use of alternative fuels, new vehicle technology, and tailpipe emissions reductions. Caltrans must consult and coordinate with related state agencies, air quality management districts, public transit operators, and regional transportation planning agencies. Caltrans must also provide an opportunity for public input. Caltrans must submit a final draft of the Plan to the legislature and governor. A copy of the 2020 report is available on the Caltrans website. Caltrans must also review the Plan and prepare a report for the legislature and governor that includes actionable, programmatic transportation system improvement recommendations every five years. (Reference California Government Code 65070-65073) |
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Federal | Alternative Fuel Labeling Requirements | Laws and Regulations |
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Alternative Fuel Labeling Requirements
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Federal
Retailers offering alternative fuel for sale must ensure dispensers are labeled with information to help consumers make informed decisions about fueling a vehicle, including the name of the fuel and the minimum percentage of the main component of the fuel. Labels may also list the percentage of other fuel components. This requirement applies to, but is not limited to, the following fuel types: methanol, denatured ethanol, and/or other alcohols; mixtures containing 85% or more by volume of methanol and/or other alcohols; mixtures containing more than 10% but less than 83% by volume of ethanol; natural gas; propane; hydrogen; coal derived liquid biofuel; and electricity. Fuel dispensers distributing biodiesel blends containing more than 5% biodiesel by volume must include the percentage of biodiesel included. For ethanol blends containing no greater than 50% ethanol by volume, retailers must post the exact percentage of ethanol concentration, rounded to the nearest multiple of 10. For ethanol blends containing more than 50% but no greater than 83% ethanol by volume, retailers must (1) post the exact percentage of ethanol concentration, (2) post the percentage rounded to the nearest multiple of 10, or (3) post notice that the fuel contains 51% to 83% ethanol. Electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) manufacturers must determine and disclose (via a delivery ticket or permanent label or marking) kilowatt capacity, voltage, whether the voltage is alternating current or direct current, amperage, and whether the system is conductive or inductive. (Reference 81 Federal Register 2054 and 16 CFR 306 and 309)
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Federal | Advanced Energy Research Project Grants | Incentives |
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Advanced Energy Research Project Grants
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy (ARPA-E) was established within the U.S. Department of Energy with the mission to fund projects that will develop transformational technologies that reduce the nation's dependence on foreign energy imports; reduce U.S. energy related emissions, including greenhouse gases; improve energy efficiency across all sectors of the economy; and ensure that the United States maintains its leadership in developing and deploying advanced energy technologies. The ARPA-E focuses on various concepts in multiple program areas including, but not limited to, vehicle technologies, biomass energy, and energy storage. For more information, visit the ARPA-E website.
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California | Low Emission Truck and Bus Purchase Vouchers | State Incentives |
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Low Emission Truck and Bus Purchase Vouchers
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
Through the Hybrid and Zero Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP) and Low Oxide of Nitrogen (NOx) Engine Incentives, the California Air Resources Board provides vouchers to eligible fleets to reduce the incremental cost of qualified electric, hybrid, or natural gas trucks and buses at the time of purchase. Vouchers are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Only fleets that operate vehicles in California are eligible. Voucher amounts vary depending on whether the vehicles are located in a disadvantaged community. For more information, including a list of qualified vehicles and other requirements, see the HVIP website. |
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California | Plug-In Hybrid and Zero Emission Light-Duty Vehicle Rebates | State Incentives |
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Plug-In Hybrid and Zero Emission Light-Duty Vehicle Rebates
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The Clean Vehicle Rebate Project (CVRP) offers rebates for the purchase or lease of qualified vehicles. Qualified vehicles include light-duty electric vehicles (EVs), fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs), and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) the California Air Resources Board (CARB) has approved or certified. The rebate amounts are up to $4,500 for FCEVs, $2,000 for EVs, $1,000 for PHEVs, and $750 for zero emission motorcycles. Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis to California residents who purchase or lease new eligible vehicles. Residents of San Diego County may be eligible for a preapproved rebate through the CVRP Rebate Now pilot. Manufacturers must apply to CARB to have their vehicles included in the CVRP. Individuals are eligible for the rebate based on gross annual income, as stated on the individual’s federal tax return. Individuals with a gross annual income below the following thresholds are eligible for all rebates except those that apply to FCEVs:
For individuals with low and moderate household incomes of less than or equal to 400% of the federal poverty level, rebates are increased by $2,500. Increased rebates are available for CARB-approved FCEVs, PHEVs, and EVs. CARB must provide outreach to low-income households and communities to raise awareness about CVRP. For more information, including information on income verification, a list of eligible vehicles, and instructions on how to apply, see the CVRP website. (Reference California Health and Safety Code 44274 and 44258) |
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Federal | Advanced Biofuel Production Grants and Loan Guarantees | Incentives |
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Advanced Biofuel Production Grants and Loan Guarantees
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The Biorefinery Assistance Program (Section 9003) provides loan guarantees for the development, construction, and retrofitting of commercial-scale biorefineries that produce advanced biofuels. Grants for demonstration scale biorefineries are also available. Advanced biofuel is defined as fuel derived from renewable biomass other than corn kernel starch. Eligible applicants include, but are not limited to, individuals, state or local governments, farm cooperatives, national laboratories, institutions of higher education, and rural electric cooperatives. The maximum loan guarantee is $250 million and the maximum grant funding is 50% of project costs. For more information, including current funding application deadlines, see the Biorefinery Assistance Program website. (Reference Public Law 112-240 and 7 U.S. Code 8103)
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Federal | Advanced Biofuel Production Payments | Incentives |
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Advanced Biofuel Production Payments
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
Through the Bioenergy Program for Advanced Biofuels (Section 9005), eligible producers of advanced biofuels, or fuels derived from renewable biomass other than corn kernel starch, may receive payments to support expanded production of advanced biofuels. Payment amounts will depend on the quantity and duration of production by the eligible producer; the net nonrenewable energy content of the advanced biofuel, if sufficient data is available; the number of producers participating in the program; and the amount of funds available. No more than 5% of the funds will be made available to eligible producers with an annual refining capacity of more than 150 million gallons of advanced biofuel. This program is funded through fiscal year 2018 (verified December 2017), but is subject to congressional appropriations thereafter. For more information, see the Advanced Biofuel Payment Program and contact the appropriate State Rural Development Office. (Reference Public Laws 113-79 and 112-240, and 7 U.S. Code 8105)
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Federal | Biodiesel Education Grants | Incentives |
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Biodiesel Education Grants
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
Competitive grants are available through the Biodiesel Fuel Education Program (Section 9006) to educate governmental and private entities that operate vehicle fleets, the public, and other interested entities about the benefits of biodiesel use. Eligible applicants are non-profit organizations or institutes of higher education that have demonstrated knowledge of biodiesel fuel production, use, or distribution; and have demonstrated the ability to conduct educational and technical support programs. This program's funding is subject to congressional appropriations. (Reference Public Laws 113-79 and 112-240, and 7 U.S. Code 8106)
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California | Advanced Transportation Tax Exclusion | State Incentives |
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Advanced Transportation Tax Exclusion
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Alternative Energy and Advanced Transportation Financing Authority (CAEATFA) provides a sales and use tax exclusion for qualified manufacturers of advanced transportation products, components, or systems that reduce pollution and energy use and promote economic development. Incentives are available until December 31, 2025. For more information, including application materials, see the CAEATFA Sales and Use Tax Exclusion Program website. (Reference California Public Resources Code 26000-26017) |
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California | Natural Gas Rate Reduction - SoCalGas | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Natural Gas Rate Reduction - SoCalGas
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas) offers natural gas at discounted rates to customers fueling natural gas vehicles (NGVs). G-NGVR, Natural Gas Service for Home Fueling of Motor Vehicles, is available to residential customers; G-NGV, Natural Gas Service for Motor Vehicles, is available to commercial customers. For more information, see the SoCalGas NGV Incentives and Grants website. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Infrastructure Information Resource | Laws and Regulations |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Infrastructure Information Resource
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Energy Commission, in consultation with the Public Utilities Commission, must develop and maintain a website containing specific links to electrical corporations, local publicly owned electric utilities, and other websites that contain information specific to EVs, including the following:
(Reference California Public Resources Code 25227) |
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California | Alternative Fuel Vehicle Retrofit Emissions Inspection Process | Laws and Regulations |
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Alternative Fuel Vehicle Retrofit Emissions Inspection Process
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Department of Health and Safety may adopt a process by which state designated referees inspect vehicles that present prohibitive inspection circumstances, such as vehicles equipped with alternative fuel retrofit systems. (Reference California Health and Safety Code 44014) |
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California | Heavy-Duty Vehicle Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Regulations | Laws and Regulations |
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Heavy-Duty Vehicle Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions Regulations
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
Box-type trailers that are at least 53 feet long and the heavy-duty tractors that pull these trailers must be equipped with fuel-efficient tires and aerodynamic trailer devices that improve fuel economy and lower GHG gas emissions. Tractors and trailers subject to the regulation must either use U.S. Environmental Protection Agency SmartWay certified tractors and trailers or retrofit existing equipment with SmartWay verified technologies. Vehicle owners must comply with these regulations when operating on California highways regardless of where the vehicles are registered. Exemptions apply for some local- and short-haul tractors and trailers. The compliance schedule depends on the type and age of the tractor or trailer. For more information, see the California Air Resources Board Heavy-Duty GHG Regulations website. (Reference California Code of Regulations Title 17, Section 95300-95311) |
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Federal | Ethanol Infrastructure Grants and Loan Guarantees | Incentives |
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Ethanol Infrastructure Grants and Loan Guarantees
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) provides loan guarantees and grants to agricultural producers and rural small businesses to purchase renewable energy systems or make energy efficiency improvements. Eligible renewable energy systems include flexible fuel pumps, or blender pumps, that dispense intermediate ethanol blends. The maximum loan guarantee is $25 million and the maximum grant funding is 25% of project costs. At least 20% of the grant funds awarded must be for grants of $20,000 or less. This program's funding is subject to congressional appropriations. For more information, see the REAP website. (Reference Public Laws 113-79 and 112-240, and 7 U.S. Code 8107)
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California | Commercial Electric Vehicle (EV) Rebate - LADWP | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Commercial Electric Vehicle (EV) Rebate - LADWP
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) provides rebates to commercial customers toward the purchase of Level 2 or direct current fast charging (DCFC) stations. Commercial customers who purchase and install EV charging stations for employee and public use may receive up to $5,000 for each Level 2 EV charging station. Commercial customers may also receive up to $75,000 per DCFC station for light-duty vehicle use, and up to $125,000 per DCFC station for medium- and heavy-duty vehicle use. Maximum rebate amounts vary based on whether the EV charging stations are located in a disadvantaged community. Eligible customers may qualify for up to 40 rebate awards depending on the number of parking spaces at the installation site. EV charging stations must be installed within the LADWP service area. Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, including program guidelines and application materials, see the Charge Up L.A.! website. |
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California | Ethanol and Renewable Diesel Volume Rebate Program - Propel Fuels | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Ethanol and Renewable Diesel Volume Rebate Program - Propel Fuels
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
Propel Fuels offers a rebate to qualified fleet customers for monthly purchases of more than 500 gallons of E85 (flex fuel) and renewable diesel. Fleet customers must purchase the fuel directly from Propel public retail locations using the Propel CleanDrive Fleet Card. The program offers a rebate of $0.03 to $0.05 per gallon. The rebate is applied at the end of each monthly billing cycle. For more information, see the Propel Clean Fleet Solution website. |
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California | Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Incentives - San Joaquin Valley | State Incentives |
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Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Incentives - San Joaquin Valley
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District administers the Public Benefit Grant Program, which provides funding to cities, counties, special districts (such as water districts and irrigation districts), and public educational institutions for the purchase of new AFVs, including electric, hybrid electric, natural gas, and propane vehicles. The maximum grant amount allowed per vehicle is $20,000, with a limit of $100,000 per agency per year. Projects are considered on a first-come, first-serve basis. For more information, see the Public Benefit Grant Program website. |
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California | Public Utility Definition | Laws and Regulations |
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Public Utility Definition
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
A corporation or individual that owns, controls, operates, or manages a facility that supplies electricity to the public exclusively to charge light-, medium-, and heavy-duty all-electric and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, compressed natural gas to fuel natural gas vehicles, or hydrogen as a motor vehicle fuel is not defined as a public utility. (Reference California Public Utilities Code 216 and California Public Utilities Decision 20-09-025, 2020) |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Policies for Multi-Unit Dwellings | Laws and Regulations |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Policies for Multi-Unit Dwellings
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
A common interest development, including a community apartment, condominium, and cooperative development, may not prohibit or restrict the installation or use of EV charging stations or EV-dedicated time-of-use (TOU) meter in a homeowner’s designated parking space or unit. These entities may put reasonable restrictions on EV charging stations, but the policies may not significantly increase the cost of the EV charging stations or significantly decrease its efficiency or performance. Restrictions may be placed on TOU meter installations if they are based on the structure of or available space in the building. If installation in the homeowner’s designated parking space or unit is not possible, with authorization, the homeowner may add EV charging stations or a EV-dedicated TOU meter in a common area. The homeowner must obtain appropriate approvals from the common interest development association and agree in writing to comply with applicable architectural standards, engage a licensed installation contractor, provide a certificate of insurance, and pay for the electricity usage, maintenance, and other costs associated with the EV charging stations or TOU meter. Any application for approval should be processed by the common interest development association without willful avoidance or delay. The homeowner and each successive homeowner of the parking space or unit equipped with EV charging stations or a TOU meter is responsible for the cost of the installation, maintenance, repair, removal, or replacement of the equipment, as well as any resulting damage to the EV charging stations, TOU meter, or surrounding area. The homeowner must also maintain a $1 million umbrella liability coverage policy and name the common interest development as an additional insured entity under the policy. If EV charging stations or an EV-dedicated TOU meter is installed in a common area for use by all members of the association, the common interest development must develop terms for use of the EV charging stations or TOU meter. (Reference California Civil Code 4745 and 6713) |
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California | Access to Electric Vehicle (EV) Registration Records | Laws and Regulations |
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Access to Electric Vehicle (EV) Registration Records
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Department of Motor Vehicles may disclose to an electrical corporation or local publicly owned utility an EV owner’s address and vehicle type if the information is used exclusively to identify where the EV is registered. (Reference California Vehicle Code 1808.23) |
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California | Alternative Fuel and Advanced Vehicle Rebate - San Joaquin Valley | State Incentives |
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Alternative Fuel and Advanced Vehicle Rebate - San Joaquin Valley
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District (SJVAPCD) administers the Drive Clean! Rebate Program, which provides rebates for the purchase or lease of eligible new vehicles, including qualified natural gas, hydrogen fuel cell, all-electric, plug-in electric vehicles, and zero emission motorcycles. The program offers rebates of up to $3,000, which are available on a first-come, first-served basis for residents and businesses located in the SJVAPCD. For more information, including a list of eligible vehicles and other requirements, see the SJVAPCD Drive Clean! Rebate Program website. |
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California | Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Promotion Plan | Laws and Regulations |
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Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Promotion Plan
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
All California state agencies must support and facilitate the rapid commercialization of ZEVs in California. In particular, the Air Resources Board, Energy Commission (CEC), Public Utilities Commission, and other relevant state agencies must work with the private sector to establish benchmarks to achieve targets for ZEV commercialization and deployment. These targets include:
(Reference Executive Order B-16, 2012, Executive Order B-48, 2018, and Executive Orders N-19-19, 2019) |
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Federal | Advanced Biofuel Feedstock Incentives | Incentives |
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Advanced Biofuel Feedstock Incentives
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The Biomass Crop Assistance Program (BCAP; Section 9010) provides financial assistance to landowners and operators that establish, produce, and deliver biomass feedstock crops for advanced biofuel production facilities. Qualified feedstock producers are eligible for a reimbursement of 50% of the cost of establishing a biomass feedstock crop, as well as annual payments for up to five years for herbaceous feedstocks and up to 15 years for woody feedstocks. In addition, BCAP provides qualified biomass feedstock crop producers matching payments for the collection, harvest, storage, and transportation of their crops to advanced biofuel production facilities for up to two years. The matching payments are $1 for each $1 per dry ton paid by a qualified advanced biofuel production facility, up to $20 per dry ton. This program's funding is subject to congressional appropriations. For more information, see the Biomass Crop Assistance Program website. (Reference Public Law 113-79 and 7 U.S. Code 8111) |
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Federal | Idle Reduction Technology Weight Exemption | Laws and Regulations |
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Idle Reduction Technology Weight Exemption
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Federal
States may allow heavy-duty vehicles equipped with idle reduction technology to exceed the maximum gross vehicle weight limit and the axle weight limit by up to 550 pounds to compensate for the additional weight of the idle reduction technology. This allowance does not impact state highway funding eligibility. (Reference Public Law 112-141 and 23 U.S. Code 127(a)(12)) |
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California | Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Parking Incentive Programs | Laws and Regulations |
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Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Parking Incentive Programs
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Department of General Services (DGS) and California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) must develop and implement AFV parking incentive programs in public parking facilities operated by DGS with 50 or more parking spaces and park-and-ride lots owned and operated by Caltrans. The incentives must provide meaningful and tangible benefits to drivers, such as preferential spaces, reduced fees, and fueling infrastructure. (Reference California Public Resources Code 25722.9) |
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Federal | Airport Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) and Infrastructure Incentives | Incentives |
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Airport Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) and Infrastructure Incentives
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The Zero Emissions Airport Vehicle and Infrastructure Pilot Program provides funding to airports for up to 50% of the cost to acquire ZEVs and install or modify supporting infrastructure for acquired vehicles. Grant funding must be used for airport-owned, on-road vehicles used exclusively for airport purposes. Vehicles and infrastructure must meet the Federal Aviation Administration's Airport Improvement Program requirements, including Buy American requirements. To be eligible, an airport must be for public use. The program will give priority to applicants located in nonattainment areas, as defined by the Clean Air Act, and projects that achieve the greatest air quality benefits, as measured by the amount of emissions reduced per dollar of funds spent under the program. For more information, see the Zero Emissions Airport Vehicle and Infrastructure Pilot Program website. (Reference Public Law 112-95 and 49 U.S. Code 47136a) |
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California | Biomethane Promotion | Laws and Regulations |
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Biomethane Promotion
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Public Utility Commission must adopt policies and programs to promote in-state production and distribution of biomethane to meet energy and transportation needs. (Reference California Public Utilities Code 399.24) |
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Federal | Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Tax Credit | Incentives |
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Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Tax Credit
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
Fueling equipment for natural gas, propane, liquefied hydrogen, electricity, E85, or diesel fuel blends containing a minimum of 20% biodiesel installed through December 31, 2022, is eligible for a tax credit of 30% of the cost, not to exceed $30,000. Permitting and inspection fees are not included in covered expenses. Fueling station owners who install qualified equipment at multiple sites are allowed to use the credit towards each location. Unused credits that qualify as general business tax credits, as defined by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), may be carried backward one year and carried forward 20 years. For more information about claiming the credit, see IRS Form 8911, which is available on the IRS Forms and Publications website. Beginning January 1, 2023, fueling equipment for natural gas, propane, hydrogen, electricity, E85, or diesel fuel blends containing a minimum of 20% biodiesel, is eligible for a tax credit of 30% of the cost or 6% in the case of property subject to depreciation, not to exceed $100,000. Permitting and inspection fees are not included in covered expenses. Eligible fueling equipment must be installed in locations that meet the following census tract requirements:
Eligible projects must also meet apprenticeships and prevailing wage requirements. Consumers who purchase qualified residential fueling equipment between January 1, 2023, and December 31, 2032, may receive a tax credit of up to $1,000. (Reference 26 U.S. Code 30C, 30D, and 38 and Public Law 117-169)
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Open Access Requirements | Laws and Regulations |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Open Access Requirements
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
EV charging station service providers may not charge a subscription fee or require membership for use of their public charging stations. In addition, providers must disclose the actual charges for using public EV charging stations at the point of sale; allow at least two options for payment; install the Open Charge Point interoperability billing standard on each EV charging station; and disclose the EV charging station geographic location, schedule of fees, accepted methods of payment, and network roaming charges to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory. Exceptions apply. For more information, see the California Air Resources Board EV Charging Station Standards website. (Reference California Health and Safety Code 44268 and 44268.2) |
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California | Mandatory Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Building Standards | Laws and Regulations |
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Mandatory Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Building Standards
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Building Standards Commission (CBSC) published mandatory building standards requiring pre-wiring for EV charging station installation in parking spaces at one- and two-family dwellings with attached private garages, multi-family dwellings, commercial facilities, and public buildings in the California Green Building Standards Code within the California Building Standards Code. Minimum EV charging station prewiring installation requirements are based on the number of parking spaces, per parking facility, as follows:
Public facilities must also install handicap-accessible EV charging stations when installing new or additional EV charging stations. Minimum accessible EV charging station installation requirements, per parking facility, are as follows:
In cases in which EV charging stations can simultaneously charge more than one vehicle, the number of EV charging stations provided shall be considered equivalent to the number of electric vehicles that can be simultaneously charged. Beginning January 1, 2023, CBSC must convene a workshop to evaluate demand for EV charging infrastructure, electric load forecasts, and statewide transportation electrification goals and use the workshop’s findings to recommend updates to EV charging station building standards. The workshop must convene and propose recommendations on a triennial basis. CBSC must also publish guidance and best practices for installing EV charging stations. For more information, including exemptions and additional regulations, see the CBSC website. (Reference California Health and Safety Code 18941.10 and 18941.11, California Building Code Chapter 2, California Green Building Standards Title 24, Part 11, and Assembly Bill 2075, 2022) |
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California | Voluntary Vehicle Retirement and Replacement Incentives | State Incentives |
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Voluntary Vehicle Retirement and Replacement Incentives
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
Through the California Bureau of Automotive Repair’s (Bureau) Consumer Assistance Program (CAP), the owner of a personal motor vehicle may receive $1,000 to retire the vehicle early from operation and purchase a replacement vehicle that meets emission fuel economy and model year requirements. Applicants must provide proof of a failed smog test and may retire up to two vehicles annually. Low-income eligible applicants may receive $1,500 to retire the vehicle and must provide proof of a completed smog test, pass or fail. An eligible vehicle must be registered in the state without substantial lapse for at least two years prior to retirement. The owner must retire the vehicle at a dismantler under contract with the Bureau. For low-income eligible applicants, the Bureau also offers financial assistance of up to $1,200 toward emissions-related repairs for vehicles remaining in service that cannot pass the biennial smog check inspection. For more information, additional eligibility requirements, eligible replacement vehicles, and application materials, see the CAP website. (Reference California Health and Safety Code 44062.3 and 44125) (Reference California Health and Safety Code 44062.3 and 44125) |
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California | Hydrogen Fueling Station Evaluation | Laws and Regulations |
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Hydrogen Fueling Station Evaluation
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) may not enforce any element of regulations that would require a supplier to construct, operate, or provide funding to construct or operate a publicly available hydrogen fueling station. Annually, CARB must aggregate and share the number of hydrogen vehicles that manufacturers project will be sold or leased over the next three years and the total number of hydrogen vehicle registered in the state. Based on this information, CARB must evaluate the need for additional publicly available hydrogen fueling stations for the subsequent three years and report findings to the California Energy Commission (CEC) including the of number of stations, geographic areas where stations are needed, and minimum operating standards, such as number of dispensers and filling pressures. The CEC will allocate up to $20 million per year to fund the number of stations deemed necessary based on CARB’s evaluation and reports. The CEC may stop funding new stations if it determines, in consultation with CARB, that the private sector is developing publicly available stations without the need for government support. The CEC and CARB must issue an annual report on progress toward establishing a hydrogen fueling station network that meets the needs of vehicles being used in the state. The review will determine the remaining cost and time required to establish a network of 100 publicly available hydrogen fueling stations and whether funding from the Clean Transportation Program is necessary to achieve this goal. For more information see CARB’s Hydrogen Fueling Infrastructure website and the CEC and CARB Joint Agency Report on Assembly Bill 8.
(Reference California Health and Safety Code 43018.9) |
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Federal | Alternative Fuel Excise Tax | Laws and Regulations |
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Alternative Fuel Excise Tax
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Federal
Propane and compressed natural gas (CNG) are subject to a federal excise tax of $0.183 per gasoline gallon equivalent (GGE). The liquefied natural gas (LNG) tax rate is $0.243 per diesel gallon equivalent (DGE). For taxation purposes, one GGE is equal to 5.75 pounds (lbs.) of propane and 5.66 lbs. of CNG. One DGE is equal to 6.06 lbs. of LNG. (Reference Public Law 114-41 and 26 U.S. Code 4041 and 4081)
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California | Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Deployment Support | Laws and Regulations |
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Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Deployment Support
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
California joined Connecticut, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, and Vermont in signing a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to support the deployment of ZEVs through involvement in a ZEV Program Implementation Task Force (Task Force). In May 2014, the Task Force published a ZEV Action Plan (Plan) identifying 11 priority actions to accomplish the goals of the MOU, including deploying at least 3.3 million ZEVs and adequate fueling infrastructure within the signatory states by 2025. The Plan also includes a research agenda to inform future actions. On an annual basis, each state must report on the number of registered ZEVs, the number of public electric vehicle (EV) charging stations and hydrogen fueling stations, and available information regarding workplace fueling for ZEVs. In June 2018, the Task Force published a new ZEV Action Plan for 2018-2021. Building on the 2014 Action Plan, the 2018 Action Plan makes recommendations for states and other key partners in five priority areas:
For more information, see the Multi-State ZEV Task Force website. |
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California | Establishment of a Zero Emission Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicle Program | Laws and Regulations |
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Establishment of a Zero Emission Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicle Program
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Clean Truck, Bus, and Off-Road Vehicle and Equipment Technology Program (Program) will provide funding for development, demonstration, pre-commercial pilot, and early commercial implementation projects for zero and near-zero emission trucks, buses, and off-road vehicles and equipment. Eligible projects include, but are not limited to, the following:
(Reference California Health and Safety Code 39719.2) |
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California | Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Initiative | Laws and Regulations |
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Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Initiative
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Air Resources Board’s (CARB) Charge Ahead California Initiative was established to help place into service at least 1 million ZEVs and near-zero emission vehicles in California by January 1, 2023. In consultation with the State Energy Resources Conservation and Development Commission, CARB prepared a funding plan that includes a market and technology assessment, assessments of existing zero and near-zero emission funding programs, and programs that increase access to disadvantaged, low-income, and moderate-income communities and consumers. Potential programs under the initiative include those involving innovative financing, car sharing, charging infrastructure in multi-unit dwellings located in disadvantaged communities, public transit, and agricultural vanpool programs. The funding plan must be updated at least every three years through January 1, 2023. (Reference California Health and Safety Code 44258.4) |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Policies for Residential and Commercial Renters | Laws and Regulations |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Policies for Residential and Commercial Renters
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The lessor of a dwelling or commercial property must approve written requests from a lessee to install EV charging station at a parking space allotted for the lessee on qualified properties. Certain exclusions apply to residential dwellings and commercial properties. All modifications and improvements must comply with federal, state, and local laws and all applicable zoning and land use requirements, covenants, conditions, and restrictions. The lessee of the parking space equipped with EV charging station is responsible for the cost of the installation, maintenance, repair, removal, or replacement of the equipment, electricity consumption, as well as any resulting damage to the EV charging station or surrounding area. Unless the EV charging station is certified by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory and electrical upgrades are performed by a licensed electrician, the lessee must also maintain a personal liability coverage policy in an amount of up to 10 times the annual rent of the dwelling. |
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Federal | Public Transportation Research, Demonstration, and Deployment Funding | Incentives |
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Public Transportation Research, Demonstration, and Deployment Funding
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration administers the Public Transportation Innovation Program. Financial assistance is available to local, state, and federal government entities; public transportation providers; private and non-profit organizations; and higher education institutions for research, demonstration, and deployment projects involving low or zero emission public transportation vehicles. Eligible vehicles must be designated for public transportation use and significantly reduce energy consumption or harmful emissions compared to a comparable standard or low emission vehicle. For more information, see the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Public Transportation Innovation fact sheet. (Reference 49 U.S. Code 5312 and 5339, Public Law 114-94, Public Law 113-159, and Public Law 117-58)
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Electricity Exemption | Laws and Regulations |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Electricity Exemption
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
Electricity used to charge EVs at a state-owned parking facility is exempt from California law prohibiting gifting public money or items of value. (Reference California Government Code 14678) |
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California | Residential Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Financing Program | State Incentives |
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Residential Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Financing Program
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Loss Reserve Program financing allows property owners to borrow funds to pay for energy improvements, including purchasing and installing EV charging stations. The borrower repays the financing over a defined period of time through a special assessment on the property. Local governments in California are authorized to establish PACE programs. Property owners must agree to a contractual assessment on the property tax bill, have a clean property title, and be current on property taxes and mortgages. Financing limits are 15% of the first $700,000 of the property value and 10% of the remaining property value. For more information, see the California Alternative Energy and Advanced Transportation Financing Authority PACE Loss Reserve Program website. (Reference California Public Resources Code 26050-26082) |
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Federal | Propane Education, Research, and Training | Programs |
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Propane Education, Research, and Training
Type: Programs |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The Propane Education and Research Act of 1996 established the Propane Education and Research Council (PERC) to develop programs education and training programs for safe propane use. The propane industry funds and operates PERC, and PERC helps coordinate efforts to promote the use of propane as an alternative fuel. The Propane Education and Research Enhancement Act of 2014 expanded PERC's duties by tasking the council with developing training programs to reduce the effects of future propane price spikes for propane distributors and consumers. For more information, see the PERC website. (Reference Public Laws 113-269 and 104-284)
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California | Plug-In Hybrid and Zero Emission Light-Duty Public Fleet Vehicle Fleet Rebates | State Incentives |
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Plug-In Hybrid and Zero Emission Light-Duty Public Fleet Vehicle Fleet Rebates
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The Clean Vehicle Rebate Project (CVRP) offers rebates to eligible state and local public entities for the purchase of qualified light-duty fleet vehicles. Public fleets located in disadvantaged communities are eligible for increased incentives. Rebates are available in the following amounts:
Eligible vehicles must be certified by the California Air Resources Board (ARB). Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Manufacturers must apply to ARB to have their vehicles considered for rebate eligibility. Each entity may receive up to 30 rebates annually and may not receive CVRP incentives for the same vehicle. For more information, including a list of eligible vehicles, locations, and entities, see the CVRP for Fleets website. (Reference California Health and Safety Code 44274 and 44258) |
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California | Voluntary Vehicle Retirement Incentives - San Joaquin Valley and South Coast | State Incentives |
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Voluntary Vehicle Retirement Incentives - San Joaquin Valley and South Coast
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District (SJVAPCD) and the South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) administer Enhanced Fleet Modernization Program (EFMP) Pilot Retire and Replace programs, providing incentives to replace a vehicle eligible for retirement with a more fuel-efficient vehicle. Used vehicles must be no more than eight years old and applicants must live in the San Joaquin Valley or South Coast air basins. Eligible replacement vehicles must meet a minimum fuel economy average by model year or average at least 35 miles per gallon (mpg). Alternative fuel vehicles are also eligible, including plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV) and battery-electric vehicles (EVs). Funding for alternative transportation mobility options, such as public transportation or car sharing, is also available in lieu of purchasing another vehicle. The incentive amounts vary by income level as compared to the Federal Poverty Level (FPL) and replacement vehicle type. All eligible applicants must have a household income that is at or below 400% of the FPL.
Residents living in qualified disadvantaged communities may be eligible for higher incentive amounts and, for residents replacing their vehicles with a PHEV or EV, a rebate of up to $2,000 for the purchase of electric vehicle supply equipment. Residents of South Coast AQMD may also be eligible to receive a rebate of $7,500 for alternative transportation mobility options. For more information, including eligible vehicles and applicable requirements, see the California Air Resources Board EFMP, SJVAPCD Drive Clean, and South Coast AQMD Replace Your Ride websites. (Reference California Health and Safety Code 44062.3 and 44125) |
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Federal | Biofuel Compatibility Requirements for Underground Storage Tanks (USTs) | Laws and Regulations |
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Biofuel Compatibility Requirements for Underground Storage Tanks (USTs)
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Federal
Fueling station owners and operators must notify the appropriate state and local implementing agencies at least 30 days before switching USTs to store ethanol blends greater than 10%, biodiesel blends greater than 20%, or any other regulated fuel the agency has identified. This notification timeframe allows agencies to request information on UST compatibility before the owner or operator stores the fuel. Owners and operators must also demonstrate UST system compatibility and maintain records of compliance from the implementing agency for as long as the UST is used to store the fuel. For more information on compatibility requirements and implementing agencies by state, see the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency UST Compatibility website and the final rule in the Federal Register. (Reference 40 CFR 280.32) |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Incentives - San Joaquin Valley | State Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Incentives - San Joaquin Valley
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District (SJVAPCD) administers the Charge Up! Program, which provides funding for public agencies, businesses, and property owners of multi-unit dwellings for the purchase and installation of new EV charging stations. Rebates are available in the following amounts:
Annual funding is capped at $50,000 per applicant. For more information, including application requirements and restrictions, see the SJVAPCD Charge Up! Program website. |
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California | State Agency Low Carbon Fuel Use Requirement | Laws and Regulations |
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State Agency Low Carbon Fuel Use Requirement
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
At least 3% of the aggregate amount of bulk transportation fuel purchased by the state government must be from very low carbon transportation fuel sources. The required amount of very low carbon transportation fuel purchased will increase by 1% annually until January 1, 2024. Some exemptions may apply, as determined by the California Department of General Services (DGS). Very low carbon fuel is defined as a transportation fuel having no greater than 40% of the carbon intensity of the closest comparable petroleum fuel for that year, as measured by the methodology in California Code of Regulations Title 17, Sections 95480-95486. DGS will submit an annual progress report to the California Legislature. (Reference California Code of Regulations Title 17, Section 95480-95486) |
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California | Hydrogen and Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Local Permitting Policies | Laws and Regulations |
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Hydrogen and Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Local Permitting Policies
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
All cities and counties, including charter cities, must adopt an ordinance that creates an expedited and streamlined permitting process for EV charging stations. Cities and counties must approve applications to install EV charging stations within five to ten business days, depending on the number of stations proposed in the application. Applications will be approved after 20 to 40 business days, if the county or city does not approve the application, the building official does not deny the application, or the city or county does not submit an appeal. Each city or county must consult with the local fire department or district and the utility director to develop the ordinance, which must include a checklist of all requirements for EV charging stations to be eligible for expedited review. A complete application that is consistent with the city or county ordinance must be approved, and entities submitting incomplete applications must be notified of the necessary required information to be granted expedited permit issuance. Beginning January 1, 2022, these provisions apply to cities and counties with populations above 200,000 residents. Beginning January 1, 2022, these provisions apply to cities and counties with populations less than 200,000 residents. (Reference California Government Code 65850.7 and Assembly Bill 970, 2021) |
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Federal | Electric Vehicle Charging on Federal Property | Laws and Regulations |
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Electric Vehicle Charging on Federal Property
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) or any federal agency may install electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) for federal employees and others authorized to park at federal facilities to charge their privately owned vehicles. Employees and other users must pay to reimburse federal agencies for the EVSE procurement, installation, and use. Federal agencies may provide EVSE through a contract with a vendor. GSA must submit a report to Congress by December 2018, and annually thereafter for 10 years, on the number of EVSE installed by GSA, the number of EVSE installation requests from other federal agencies, and the status of requests for EVSE from other federal agencies. (Reference Public Law 114-94) |
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Federal | National Alternative Fuels Corridors | Incentives |
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National Alternative Fuels Corridors
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) designates a national network of plug-in electric vehicle (EV) charging and hydrogen, propane, and natural gas fueling infrastructure along national highway system corridors. To designate these Alternative Fuel Corridors (AFC), FHWA solicits nominations from state and local officials and works with other federal officials and industry stakeholders. FHWA must establish an AFC grant program to award grants to eligible entities, by November 15, 2022. During the designation and redesignation process, in consultation with the U.S. Department of Energy, FHWA will issue a report identifying charging and fueling infrastructure, best practices and guidance for predictable infrastructure deployment, analyzing standardization needs for fuel providers and purchasers, and reestablishing the goal of achieving strategic deployment of fueling infrastructure in the designated corridors. For the 2022 Request for Nominations, state and local officials must submit nominations to FHWA by May 13, 2022. FHWA must update and redesignate corridors periodically thereafter. States are encouraged to complete EV AFCs, which are eligible for separate funding from the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program, and will be considered fully built out once they meet the conditions specified in the NEVI Formula Program Guidance. For more information, see the FHWA Alternative Fuel Corridors website. (Reference Public Law 117-58, Public Law 114-94, and 23 U.S. Code 151) |
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Federal | Natural Gas Vehicle (NGV) and Plug-In Electric Vehicle (PEV) Weight Exemption | Incentives |
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Natural Gas Vehicle (NGV) and Plug-In Electric Vehicle (PEV) Weight Exemption
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
NGVs and PEVs may exceed the federal maximum gross vehicle weight limit for comparable conventional fuel vehicles by up to 2,000 pounds (lbs.). The NGV or PEV must not exceed a maximum gross vehicle weight of 82,000 lbs. (Reference Public Law 116-6 and 23 U.S. Code 127(s)) |
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California | Idle Reduction Effort Support | Laws and Regulations |
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Idle Reduction Effort Support
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Legislature urges motorists to not idle their vehicles in spaces where children congregate, such as schools and parks. (Reference Assembly Concurrent Resolution 160, 2016) |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station and Charging Incentive - Sonoma Clean Power (SCP) | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station and Charging Incentive - Sonoma Clean Power (SCP)
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
Qualified SCP customers are eligible to receive a free Level 2 EV charging station with Wi-Fi capabilities. Customers are responsible for shipping and installation costs. Customers may also receive $5 per month for connecting the EV charging station to the GridSavvy Rewards program. Other terms and conditions may apply. For more information, see the SCP GridSavvy website. |
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California | Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Fee | Laws and Regulations |
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Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Fee
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
ZEV owners must pay an annual road improvement fee of $100 upon vehicle registration or registration renewal for ZEVs model year 2020 and later. The California Department of Motor Vehicles will increase the fee annually to account for inflation, equal to the increase in the California Consumer Price Index for the prior year. (Reference California Vehicle Code 9250.6) |
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California | Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Credit - PG&E | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Credit - PG&E
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) administers the Clean Fuel Rebate program, which offers an annual bill credit for CNG account holders that purchase CNG as a transportation fuel from a PG&E station. Customers must have an active CNG transportation fueling account. The program is available through 2023, or until funds are exhausted. Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, see the PG&E Clean Fuel Rebate website. |
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California | Volkswagen (VW) Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Investment Plan | Laws and Regulations |
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Volkswagen (VW) Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Investment Plan
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) approved the VW California ZEV Investment Plan. As required by the October 2016 2.0-Liter Partial Consent Decree, VW must invest $800 million over ten years to support the increased adoption of ZEV technology in California. VW will submit a series of four 30-month cycle ZEV investment plans to CARB for approval. CARB has approved the Cycle 2 plan, covering July 2019 through December 2021. The Cycle 2 plan includes building a basic charging network, public outreach, education, and marketing, and ZEV access projects. ZEV infrastructure rollouts will be focused in nine metropolitan areas. VW will continue access efforts in Sacramento, with the goal of offering residents a better quality of life through enhanced mobility and improved air quality. For more information, see the Electrify America Investment Plan website and CARB's VW Settlement website. |
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California | Voluntary Vehicle Retirement and Replacement Grants | Laws and Regulations |
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Voluntary Vehicle Retirement and Replacement Grants
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) administers the Clean Cars 4 All Program (Program) to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve air quality, and benefit low-income residents through the retirement and replacement of high-emission motor vehicles. The Program will be focused on funding projects for the voluntary early retirement and replacement from operation of passenger vehicles and light- and medium-duty trucks primarily in disadvantaged communities, when possible, as defined by the California Environmental Protection Agency. Compensation for low-income eligible applicants may not be less than $1,500 for retired vehicles and $2,500 for replacement vehicles. Compensation for other eligible applicants may not exceed $1,000 for retired vehicles or the compensation received by low-income recipients for replacement vehicles. Eligible applicants that have received funding for voluntary vehicle retirement under the California Bureau of Automotive Repair’s Consumer Assistance Program are eligible for vehicle replacement funding under the Program. For more information, see the CARB Clean Cars 4 All website. (Reference Senate Bill 1382, 2022, Senate Bill 1230, 2022, and California Health and Safety Code 44124.5-44125) |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Pilot Programs | Laws and Regulations |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Pilot Programs
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) may provide funding for pilot utility programs to install EV charging stations at school facilities, other educational institutions, and state parks or beaches. Priority must be given to locations in disadvantaged communities, as defined by the California Environmental Protection Agency. For more information, see the CPUC project guidance and the CPUC Zero Emission Vehicles website. (Reference Public Utilities Code 740.13-740.14) |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Parking Space Regulation | Laws and Regulations |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Parking Space Regulation
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
An individual may not park a motor vehicle within any on- or off-street parking space specifically designated by a local authority for parking and charging EVs unless the vehicle is an EV fueled by electricity. Eligible EVs must be in the process of charging to park in the space. A person found responsible for a violation is subject to traffic violation penalties. (Reference California Vehicle Code 22511) |
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California | Zero-Emission and Autonomous Vehicle Infrastructure Support | Laws and Regulations |
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Zero-Emission and Autonomous Vehicle Infrastructure Support
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
Cities and counties that receive funding from the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Program are encouraged to use funds towards advanced transportation technologies and communication systems, including, but not limited to, zero-emission vehicle fueling infrastructure and infrastructure-to-vehicle communications for autonomous vehicles. (Reference California Streets and Highways Code 2030) |
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California | Autonomous Vehicle (AV) Testing and Operation Requirements | Laws and Regulations |
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Autonomous Vehicle (AV) Testing and Operation Requirements
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
AVs may be operated on public roads for testing purposes, if there is a licensed vehicle operator seated in the driver’s seat monitoring the safe operation of the AV and capable of taking immediate manual control of the vehicle in the event that the automated driving system fails. AVs may not be operated on public roads for purposes other than testing unless the vehicle manufacturer submits an application to the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), the application is approved, and the AV meets, at minimum, the following requirements:
(Reference California Vehicle Code 38750) |
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California | Contra Costa Transportation Authority (CCTA) Autonomous Vehicle (AV) Pilot Authorization | Laws and Regulations |
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Contra Costa Transportation Authority (CCTA) Autonomous Vehicle (AV) Pilot Authorization
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
CCTA is authorized to conduct a pilot to test AVs, without a driver in the driver’s seat, that are not equipped with a steering wheel, brake pedal, or accelerator. The AVs must operate at speeds of less than 35 miles per hour at all times, and can only be tested at a privately owned business park designated by CCTA and at GoMentum Station. For more information about the pilot, see the CCTA Shared AV Pilot Program website. (Reference California Vehicle Code 38755) |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Signage Authorization on Highways | Laws and Regulations |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Signage Authorization on Highways
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
EV charging station facilities located at roadside businesses are eligible to be included on state highway exit information signs. Signage must be consistent with California’s Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices. (Reference California Streets and Highway Code 101.7) |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate - South Coast and MSRC | State Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate - South Coast and MSRC
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) and the Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee’s (MSRC) Residential EV Charging Incentive Pilot Program offers rebates of up to $250 towards the purchase of a qualified residential Level 2 EV charging station. Low-income residents are eligible for an increased rebate amount of $500. Funding is available on a first-come, first-served basis to residents within the SCAQMD jurisdiction. Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, including application guidelines, see the Residential EV Charging Incentive Pilot Program website. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate - Burbank Water and Power (BWP) | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate - Burbank Water and Power (BWP)
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
BWP provides rebates to commercial and residential customers toward the purchase of Level 2 EV charging stations. Residential customers may receive a rebate of up to $500 to purchase and install a Level 2 charging station. Commercial or multi-unit dwelling customers may receive up to $15,000 for the purchase and installation of Level 2 or direct current fast charging (DCFC) stations. Residential customers who install a charger can receive up to $500 and will be placed on BWP’s time-of-use rate. Applications must be submitted no later than six months from the date of purchase for commercial customers, and no later than four months for residential customers. Residential customers may receive an additional $750 rebate for an electric panel upgrade.
Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Customers in disadvantaged communities are eligible for higher rebate amounts. For program guidelines and application materials, see the BWP Residential Electric Vehicle Charger Rebate and Lead the Charge websites. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Incentive Program Support | State Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Incentive Program Support
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Project (CALeVIP), funded by the California Energy Commission, provides guidance and funding for property owners to develop and implement EV charging station incentive programs that help meet regional needs for Level 2 and direct current fast charging (DCFC) stations. Level 2 EV charging stations must be ENERGY STAR certified. CALeVIP evaluates proposed EV charging station incentive programs and solicits input from stakeholders to guide the development and implementation of the programs. CALeVIP also provides the incentive funding for each program. For more information, see the CALeVIP website. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate - Southern California | State Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate - Southern California
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The Southern California Incentive Project, funded by the California Energy Commission as part of the California Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Project (CALeVIP), offers rebates in the following amounts for installations at new, replacement, or make-ready sites:
Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and applicants must reserve rebates prior to purchasing and installing EV charging stations. Eligible applicants include businesses, non-profit organizations, California Native American Tribes listed with the Native American Heritage Commission, or public or government entities. Qualifying installation sites must be accessible 24 hours a day and be located in Los Angeles County, Orange County, Riverside County, or San Bernardino County. For more information, including funding availability, see the Southern California Incentive Project website. |
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California | Multi-Unit Dwelling (MUD) and Workplace Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Incentives - PG&E | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Multi-Unit Dwelling (MUD) and Workplace Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Incentives - PG&E
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
Pacific Gas & Electric’s (PG&E) EV Charge Network Program provides installation support and funding for MUDs and workplaces in the PG&E territory to install qualifying Level 2 EV charging stations in parking areas. Eligible facilities must equip at least ten adjoining parking spaces with EV charging stations. Eligible expenses include the cost of installation and a portion of the EV charging station unit cost, up to $2,300 per port. Rebates are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, including funding availability, see the PG&E EV Charge Network Program website. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate - SCE | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate - SCE
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
Southern California Edison’s (SCE) Charge Ready Program offers customer rebates for businesses, government organizations, and multifamily properties to install EV charging stations at business, public sector, or multifamily dwelling locations. Rebate amounts vary, and sites located in disadvantaged communities are eligible for additional rebates. For more information, including eligibility requirements and funding availability, see the SCE Charge Ready Program website. |
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California | Residential Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate - Pasadena Water and Power (PWP) | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Residential Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate - Pasadena Water and Power (PWP)
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
PWP provides rebates of $600 for residential customers toward the installation of a WiFi enabled EV charging station, or $200 toward the installation of a non-WiFi enabled EV charging stations. Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, including how to apply, see the PWP Residential EV and Charger Incentive Program website. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Rebate - Pasadena Water and Power (PWP) | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Rebate - Pasadena Water and Power (PWP)
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
PWP provides rebates of $250 to residential customers who purchase or lease an eligible new or pre-owned EV. An additional $250 is available for eligible EVs purchased or leased from a Pasadena dealership. Customers participating in PWP’s income-qualifying programs may also qualify for an additional $1,000 rebate, for a total of $1,500. Customers may receive rebates for up to 2 EVs per address every 3 years. Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, see the PWP Residential Electric Vehicle and Charger Incentive Program website. |
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California | Multi-Unit Dwelling (MUD) and Workplace Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Incentive - SDG&E | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Multi-Unit Dwelling (MUD) and Workplace Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Incentive - SDG&E
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
San Diego Gas & Electric’s (SDG&E) Power Your Drive program provides EV charging stations, installation, and maintenance support for MUDs and workplaces in the SDG&E territory. Site hosts must make a one-time participation payment and be able to dedicate at least five parking spaces at residential locations or at least ten parking spaces at workplaces for EV charging stations. MUDs and workplaces located in disadvantaged communities may qualify for the program at no cost to the site host. Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, including funding availability, see the Power Your Drive website. |
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California | Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) and Near-ZEV Weight Exemption | State Incentives |
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Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) and Near-ZEV Weight Exemption
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
ZEVs and near-ZEVs may exceed the state’s gross vehicle weight limits by an amount equal to the difference of the weight of the near-zero emission or zero emission powertrain and the weight of a comparable diesel tank and fueling system, up to 2,000 pounds. A ZEV is defined as a vehicle that produces no criteria pollutant, toxic air contaminant, or greenhouse gas emissions when stationary or operating. A near-ZEV is a vehicle that uses zero emission technologies, uses technologies that provide a pathway to zero emission operations, or incorporates other technologies that significantly reduce vehicle emissions. (Reference California Business and Professions Code 12725 and California Vehicle Code 35551) |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Rebate - Antelope Valley | State Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Rebate - Antelope Valley
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The Antelope Valley Air Quality Management District (AVAQMD) offers residents rebates of up to $500 for the purchase or lease of an EV from a dealership within the Antelope Valley jurisdiction. For more information, including how to apply, see the AVAQMD website. |
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California | Clean Vehicle Rebate - El Dorado County | State Incentives |
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Clean Vehicle Rebate - El Dorado County
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The El Dorado County Air Quality Management District (EDC AQMD) offers rebates of up to $599 to residents toward the purchase or lease of a new zero emission vehicle (ZEV) or partial-ZEV, as defined by the California Air Resources Board. To qualify, vehicles must be owned or leased for at least three years within El Dorado County. For more information, including eligibility requirements, see the EDC AQMD Grants and Incentives website. |
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California | Heavy-Duty Truck Emission Reduction Grants - San Joaquin Valley | State Incentives |
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Heavy-Duty Truck Emission Reduction Grants - San Joaquin Valley
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District (SJVAPCD) administers the Truck Replacement Program, which provides funding for fleets to replace old vehicles with lower emitting vehicles or to purchase new zero emission, hybrid, or low oxides of nitrogen (NOx) vehicles. Funding is available for the following projects:
Incentive amounts vary by weight class and fuel type. Fleets may receive up to 80% of the vehicle cost for new diesel trucks. To qualify, eligible trucks for replacement must be garaged in the SJVAPCD and have operated at least 75% of the time in California and 50% of the time in the SJVAPCD for the previous two years. For more information, including application requirements, see the SJVAPCD Truck Replacement Program website. |
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California | Vehicle Emissions Reduction Incentives - San Joaquin Valley | State Incentives |
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Vehicle Emissions Reduction Incentives - San Joaquin Valley
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District (SJVAPCD) administers the Vanpool Voucher Incentive Program (VVIP), which provides funding for residents to participate in vanpools and reduce or replace single occupant vehicle commutes in the San Joaquin Valley. Residents may receive up to $30 per month for 36 months. Vanpool agencies interested in participating in the program must submit an application to SJVAPCD and sign a contract to become a VVIP partner. For more information, see the SJVAPCD VVIP website. |
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California | Alternative Fuel Mechanic Technical Training - San Joaquin Valley | State Incentives |
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Alternative Fuel Mechanic Technical Training - San Joaquin Valley
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District (SJVAPCD) administers the Alternative Fuel Mechanic Training Program, which provides incentives of up to $15,000 per fiscal year to educate personnel on the mechanics, operation safety, and maintenance of alternative fuel vehicles, fueling stations, and tools involved in the implementation of alternative fuel technologies. For more information, see the SJVAPCD Alternative Fuel Mechanic Training Component website. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebates for Businesses - SMUD | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebates for Businesses - SMUD
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) offers rebates to commercial customers for the purchase and installation of Level 2 EV charging stations and direct current fast charging (DCFC) stations at a workplace or multi-unit dwelling. DCFC stations may receive rebates of up to $30,000 per station and Level 2 charging stations may receive up to $4,500 per port. For more information, including eligibility requirements and how to apply, see the SMUD Business EV and Sacramento County Incentive Project websites. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate - Alameda Municipal Power (AMP) | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate - Alameda Municipal Power (AMP)
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
AMP provides rebates to residential, commercial, and multifamily customers for the purchase of Level 2 EV charging stations. Rebates are available in the following amounts:
Commercial customers are also eligible for a $500 rebate for every additional port, up to $3,000. Customers may apply for multiple rebates at a time. Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, see the AMP EVs website. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebates - Anaheim Public Utilities (APU) | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebates - Anaheim Public Utilities (APU)
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
APU provides rebates for residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal customers for the purchase and installation of Level 2 or direct current fast charging (DCFC) stations. Rebates are available in the following amounts:
Applicants installing DCFC stations receive a maximum of 10 rebates. Program participants may also receive up to $5,000 for sub-meter installation fees, $1,500 for city permit fees, and $2,000 for electric panel upgrade services. Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, including how to apply, see the APU Personal EV Charger Rebate and Public EV Charger Rebate websites. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate - Glendale Water and Power (GWP) | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate - Glendale Water and Power (GWP)
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
GWP provides rebates to commercial and residential customers toward the purchase of Level 2 EV charging stations. Commercial or multi-unit dwelling customers who purchase and install EV charging stations can receive up to $6,000 for each charger and up to four rebates. Residential customers who install a charger can receive up to $599. Applications must be submitted no later than four months from the date of purchase. Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are exhausted. For program guidelines and application materials, see the GWP Electric Vehicles website. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Time-Of-Use (TOU) Rate - Alameda Municipal Power (AMP) | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Time-Of-Use (TOU) Rate - Alameda Municipal Power (AMP)
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
AMP offers a TOU rate to customers that own or lease an EV. For more information, see the AMP EVs Discount website. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Rate Reduction - Azusa Light & Water | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Rate Reduction - Azusa Light & Water
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
Azusa Light & Water offers a $0.05 per kilowatt-hour (kWh) discount for electricity used to charge EVs during off peak times. Customers must use a minimum of 50 kWh to receive the discount. For more information, see the Azusa Light & Water Schedule EV website. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Time-Of-Use (TOU) Rate - Burbank Water and Power (BWP) | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Time-Of-Use (TOU) Rate - Burbank Water and Power (BWP)
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
BWP offers a TOU rate to residential or multi-family customers for electricity used to charge EVs. Customers must remain on the EV TOU rate for a minimum of one year. For more information, see the BWP EVs website. |
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California | Emissions Reduction Requirements for Transportation Network Companies (TNCs) | Laws and Regulations |
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Emissions Reduction Requirements for Transportation Network Companies (TNCs)
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
Through the California Clean Miles Standard and Incentive Program (Program), the California Air Resources Board (CARB) will establish annual emissions reduction targets for TNCs, including goals for increasing the number of miles traveled using zero emission vehicles. CARB must adopt targets and goals for the Program by January 1, 2021, to be implemented beginning in 2023. By January 1, 2022, and every two years thereafter, each TNC must develop a greenhouse gas emissions reduction plan, including proposals on how the company will meet the Program’s requirements. A TNC is defined as an organization that provides prearranged transportation services for compensation using an online application or platform to connect passengers with drivers using a personal vehicle. For more information, see CARB’s Clean Miles Standard website. (Reference California Health and Safety Code 44274.4 and California Public Utilities Code 5431 and 5450) |
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California | Establishment of Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) and Near-ZEV Component Rebates | Laws and Regulations |
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Establishment of Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) and Near-ZEV Component Rebates
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) will establish the Zero Emission Assurance Project (ZAP) to offer rebates for the replacement of a battery, fuel cell, or other related vehicle component for eligible used ZEVs and near-ZEVs. Rebates will be limited to one per vehicle. By January 1, 2024, CARB must publish a report to the legislature detailing the number of rebates awarded, the emissions benefits of the ZAP, and the impacts of the ZAP on low-income consumer decisions to purchase zero and near-zero emissions vehicles. A ZEV is defined as a vehicle that produces no criteria pollutant, toxic air contaminant, or greenhouse gas emissions when stationary or operating. A near-ZEV is a vehicle that uses zero emission technologies, uses technologies that provide a pathway to zero emission operations, or incorporates other technologies that significantly reduce vehicle emissions. Rebates will be available through July 31, 2025. (Reference California Health and Safety Code 44274.9) |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Access | Laws and Regulations |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Access
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
Municipalities may not restrict the types of EVs, such as plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, that may access an EV charging station that is public, intended for passenger vehicle use, and funded in any part by the state or utility ratepayers. (Reference California Government Code 65850.9) |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Location Assessment | Laws and Regulations |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Location Assessment
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The State Energy Resources Conservation and Development Commission (Commission), in partnership with the California Air Resources Board (CARB), must assess whether EV charging stations in California is located disproportionately by population density, geographical area, or population income level. If the Commission and CARB determine that EV charging stations have been disproportionately installed, the Commission must use funding from the Clean Transportation Program, as well as other funding sources, to proportionately install new EV charging stations, unless it is determined that the current locations of EV charging stations are reasonable and further California’s energy or environmental policy goals. (Reference California Public Resources Code 25231) |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Support | Laws and Regulations |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Support
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The Public Utilities Commission must consider the following to support EVs in California:
(Reference California Public Utilities Code 740.15) |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Assessment | Laws and Regulations |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Assessment
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The California State Energy Resources Conservation and Development Commission (Commission), in partnership with the California Air Resources Board and the California Public Utility Commission, must publish a statewide assessment of the EV charging station infrastructure needed to support the levels of plug-in electric vehicle adoption required for at least five million zero emission vehicles to operate on California roads by 2030. The Commission must consider the EV charging station infrastructure needs for all vehicle categories, including on-road, off-road, port, and airport vehicles. In addition, the assessment must analyze the existing and future infrastructure needs across California, including in low-income communities. The assessment must be updated at least once every two years. (Reference California Public Resources Code 25229) |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate - Sacramento County | State Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate - Sacramento County
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The Sacramento County Incentive Project, funded by the California Energy Commission as part of the California Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Project (CALeVIP), offers rebates in the following amounts for installations at new, replacement, or make-ready sites:
Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and applicants must reserve rebates prior to purchasing and installing EV charging stations. Eligible applicants include businesses, nonprofit organizations, California Native American Tribes listed with the Native American Heritage Commission, or government entities. Qualifying installation sites must be located in Sacramento County and DCFC station installations must be publicly accessible 24 hours a day. Additional site requirements apply. For more information, including funding availability, see the Sacramento County Incentive Project website. |
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California | Commercial Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate - Pasadena Water and Power (PWP) | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Commercial Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate - Pasadena Water and Power (PWP)
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
PWP offers rebates of $3,000 per port for commercial, workplace, multi-unit dwelling (MUD), and fleet customers for the installation of networked Level 2 EV charging stations, or rebates of $1,500 per port for non-networked Level 2 EV charging stations. PWP also offers rebates of $6,000 for the installation of direct current fast charging (DCFC) stations or Level 2 EV charging stations installed at select sites, including disadvantaged communities. Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, including how to apply, see the PWP Commercial EV and Charger Incentive Program website. |
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California | Used Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) Incentive - Peninsula Clean Energy (PCE) | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Used Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) Incentive - Peninsula Clean Energy (PCE)
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
PCE and Peninsula Family Service (PFS) offer up to $1,000 to San Mateo County residents for the purchase of a pre-owned EV. Low-income residents are eligible for a rebate of up to $6,000. Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, see the PCE DriveForward Electric website. |
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California | Zero-Emission Transit Bus Requirement | Laws and Regulations |
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Zero-Emission Transit Bus Requirement
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
By 2040, all public transit agencies must transition to 100% zero-emission bus fleets. Zero-emission bus technologies include battery-electric or fuel cell electric. Transit agencies must purchase or operate a minimum number of zero-emission buses according to the following schedules:
Each transit agency will submit a plan demonstrating how it will purchase clean buses, develop infrastructure, train personnel, and other required details. Large transit agencies must submit a plan in 2020 and small agencies must submit a plan in 2023. Additional rules and requirements apply. For more information, including definitions of large and small transit agencies and additional terms and conditions, see the California Air Resources Board’s Innovative Clean Transit website.
(Reference California Code of Regulations Title 13, Section 2023.1) |
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California | Zero-Emission Airport Shuttle Requirement | Laws and Regulations |
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Zero-Emission Airport Shuttle Requirement
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
By 2035, all airport fixed-route shuttle fleets must transition to 100% zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs). Zero-emission shuttle technologies include battery-electric or fuel cell electric technologies. Starting in 2022, shuttle fleets must report the details of their vehicles to the California Air Resources Board (CARB). Starting in 2023, if fleets replace a ZEV shuttle, the replacement must be a ZEV. For additional terms and conditions, see CARB’s Zero-Emission Airport Shuttle website. (Reference Resolution Number 19-8, 2019) |
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California | All-Electric Vehicle (EV) Rebate - MCE | Utility/Private Incentives |
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All-Electric Vehicle (EV) Rebate - MCE
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
MCE offers a $3,500 rebate for the purchase or lease of a new EV for income-qualifying customers. To be eligible for the rebate, an applicant must live in MCE’s service area, be an MCE customer, and meet at least one of the qualifying income requirements. For more information, including eligibility requirements and how to apply, see the MCE MCE EV Rebates website. |
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California | Multi-Unit Dwelling (MUD) and Workplace Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate - MCE | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Multi-Unit Dwelling (MUD) and Workplace Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate - MCE
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
MCE provides rebates of up to $3,000 for the purchase and installation of qualifying Level 2 EV charging stations at MUDs and workplaces in MCE territory, up to $60,000 per site. Customers that are enrolled in the MCE Deep Green program may be eligible for an additional $500 rebate per port, up to $10,000 per site. For more information, including how to apply and eligible EV charging stations, see the MCE EV Rebates website. |
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California | Zero Emission Transit Bus Tax Exemption | State Incentives |
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Zero Emission Transit Bus Tax Exemption
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
Zero-emission transit buses are exempt from state sales and use taxes when sold to public agencies eligible for the Low Emission Truck and Bus Purchase Vouchers. This exemption expires January 1, 2024. (Reference California Revenue and Taxation Code 6377) |
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California | Air Quality Improvement Program Funding - San Luis Obispo County | State Incentives |
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Air Quality Improvement Program Funding - San Luis Obispo County
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The San Luis Obispo County Air Pollution Control District (SLOAPCD) administers the Clean Air Fund to provide grants for qualified air quality improvement projects located in San Luis Obispo County. SLOAPCD funds projects to significantly reduce emissions impacts or support innovative air pollution reduction technologies, including the purchase of alternative fuel school buses or alternative fuel infrastructure development. For more information, see the SLOAPCD Clean Air Incentives website. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate - Azusa Light & Water | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate - Azusa Light & Water
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
Azusa Light & Water offers a $150 rebate to customers for the purchase of an ENERGY STAR certified Level 2 EV charging station. For more information, see Azusa’s EVs website. |
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California | Used Electric Vehicle (EV) Rebate Program - LADWP | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Used Electric Vehicle (EV) Rebate Program - LADWP
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) offers rebates up to $1,500 to residential electric customers for the purchase of eligible pre-owned EVs. Customers participating in the LADWP Lifeline or EZ-SAVE Low-Income Customer Assistance programs are eligible for an additional $1,000 rebate. Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, including program guidelines and application materials, see the LADWP Charge Up L.A.! website. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Rate Reduction - Bear Valley Electric Service (BVES) | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Rate Reduction - Bear Valley Electric Service (BVES)
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
BVES offers three EV time-of-use (TOU) rates to customers enrolled in the Transportation Electrification Pilot Program. The discounted TOU rate is for the super off-peak hours. For more information, including how to apply and eligibility, see the BVES EV Charging Pilot website. |
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California | Emission Reduction Strategy for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicles | Laws and Regulations |
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Emission Reduction Strategy for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicles
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) published the 2020 Mobile Source Strategy (Strategy), and must update the Strategy every five years. The Strategy must include a comprehensive strategy to bring the state into compliance with federal ambient air quality standards and reduce motor vehicle greenhouse gas emissions from medium- and heavy-duty vehicles. CARB must consult and coordinate with related state agencies and stakeholders. The Strategy must also recommend goals for reducing emissions from medium duty and heavy-duty vehicles by 2030 and 2050. (Reference California Health and Safety Code 43024.2) |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Grid Integration Requirements | Laws and Regulations |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Grid Integration Requirements
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
By December 31, 2020, the California Public Utilities Commission (PUC) must establish strategies and metrics to maximize the use of EV grid integration for a ten-year plan(PDF). The PUC must also consider how to limit cost increases for all ratepayers. EV grid integration refers to any action that optimizes when or how an EV is charged. Electrical corporations and community choice aggregators serving more than 700 gigawatt-hours of annual electrical demand must provide the PUC with information relating to EV integration strategies. Additional terms and conditions apply. (Reference California Public Utilities Code 740.16) |
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California | Heavy-Duty Vehicle Emissions Inspection Program Regulations | Laws and Regulations |
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Heavy-Duty Vehicle Emissions Inspection Program Regulations
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Air Resources Board (CARB), California Bureau of Automotive Repair, and relevant state agencies must develop and implement a pilot Heavy-Duty Inspection and Maintenance Program for heavy-duty diesel trucks. CARB must establish test procedures for vehicle emissions control technologies. Additional terms and conditions apply. Zero-emission vehicles are exempt from program requirements. (Reference California Health and Safety Code 44150 to 44152) |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) and Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) Grant - Bay Area | State Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) and Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) Grant - Bay Area
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The Bay Area Air Quality Management District’s (BAAQMD) Clean Cars for All program offers grants up to $9,500 to income-eligible residents to replace a vehicle eligible for retirement with an EV, hybrid electric vehicle (HEV), plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV), or FCEV. Eligible vehicles for replacement should be model year 2005 or older. Recipients may buy or lease a new or used EV, HEV, PHEV, or FCEV. Grants vary depending on the household income and vehicle technology. Vehicles that are replaced must be turned in at an authorized dismantler. Individuals that purchase a PHEV or EV are eligible to receive up to $2,000 for the purchase and installation of Level 2 electric vehicle supply equipment.
For more information, including additional eligibility requirements and how to apply, see the BAAQMD Clean Cars for All website. |
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California | Commercial Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Incentives for Commercial Customers - PG&E | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Commercial Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Incentives for Commercial Customers - PG&E
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
Pacific Gas & Electric’s (PG&E) EV Charge Network Program provides installation support and funding for MUDs and workplaces in the PG&E territory to install qualifying Level 2 EV charging stations in parking areas. Eligible facilities must equip at least ten adjoining parking spaces with EV charging stations. Eligible expenses include the cost of installation and a portion of the EV charging station unit cost, up to $2,300 per port. Rebates are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, including funding availability, see the PG&E EV Fast Charge Program website. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Incentives for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Fleets - PG&E | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Incentives for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Fleets - PG&E
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
Pacific Gas & Electric’s (PG&E) EV Fleet Program offers competitive incentives to facilitate the installation of EV charging stations for medium- and heavy-duty vehicle fleets. PG&E offers dedicated electrical infrastructure design and construction services and reduced costs for electrical infrastructure work. Eligible entities include schools, transit agencies, and disadvantaged communities. Rebates are available in the following amounts:
Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, see the PG&E EV Fleet Program website. |
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Federal | Biodiesel and Ethanol Infrastructure Grants | Incentives |
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Biodiesel and Ethanol Infrastructure Grants
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
Competitive cost-share grants are available through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program (HBIIP) for the installation, retrofitting, or otherwise upgrading of fueling equipment and infrastructure required to dispense ethanol blends greater than 10% or biodiesel blends greater than 5%. Eligible applicants for the ethanol fueling equipment and infrastructure are vehicle fueling facilities, including fueling stations, convenience stores, hypermarket fueling stations, fleet facilities, and similar entities with capital investments. Eligible applicants for biodiesel fueling equipment and infrastructure are fuel/biodiesel distribution facilities, including terminal operations, depots, midstream partners, and similarly equivalent operations. An applicant may request assistance for more than one location, with one applicant per company.Approximately 40% of funds will be made available to retail owners with 10 or fewer locations for activities related to upgrading or installing equipment to make a transportation fueling facilities fully compatible to dispense or sell higher blends of ethanol and/or biodiesel.Eligible new facilities may receive up to 50% of total eligible project costs, or $3 million, whichever is less. Existing fueling stations that require upgraded, retrofitted, or additional underground storage tanks may request assistance of up to 25% of total eligible project costs or up to $1,250,000, whichever is less.Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, including funding application deadlines, see the HBIIP website.
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Incentives for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Fleets - PG&E | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Incentives for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Fleets - PG&E
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) offers rebates for the purchase of electric fleet vehicles. EV rebates are available in the following amounts:
Applicants are limited to 25 vehicle rebates per site. Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, including eligibility requirements, see the PG&E EV Fleet Program website. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Rebates for Fleet Vehicles - SMUD | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Rebates for Fleet Vehicles - SMUD
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) offers rebates to businesses for the purchase of new commercial light-, medium-, and heavy-duty EVs. Rebates are available in the following amounts:
Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, including how to apply, see the SMUD Business EV website. |
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California | Medium- and Heavy-Duty Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Deployment Support | Laws and Regulations |
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Medium- and Heavy-Duty Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Deployment Support
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
California, Colorado, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Hawaii, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, and Washington (signatory states) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to support the deployment of medium- and heavy-duty (MHD) ZEVs through involvement in a Multi-State ZEV Task Force (Task Force). In July 2022, the Task Force published a multi-state action plan to support electrification of MHD vehicles. The action plan includes strategies and recommendations to accomplish the goals of the MOU, including limiting all new MHD vehicle sales in the signatory states to ZEVs by 2050, accelerating the deployment of MHD ZEVs, and ensuring MHD ZEV deployment also benefits disadvantaged communities. For more information, see the Medium- and Heavy-Duty ZEVs: Action Plan Development Process website. |
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California | Medium- and Heavy-Duty Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Requirement | Laws and Regulations |
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Medium- and Heavy-Duty Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Requirement
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Air Resources Board’s (ARB) Advanced Clean Truck Program requires all new medium- and heavy-duty vehicles sold in California to be a ZEV by 2045. Zero-emission technologies include all-electric and fuel cell electric vehicles. Beginning in 2024, manufacturers seeking ARB certification for Class 2b through Class 8 chassis or complete vehicles with combustion engines will be required to sell zero-emission trucks as an increasing percentage of their annual California sales. Manufacturers must achieve the following annual sales percentages for medium- and heavy-duty ZEVs sold in California:
Additionally, entities with annual gross revenues greater than $50 million, fleet owners with 50 or more medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, and any California government or federal agency with one or more vehicles over 8,500 pounds must report their existing fleet operations to ensure fleets are purchasing and placing zero-emission trucks in the correct service locations. For more information, including additional requirements and exemptions, see the ARB Advanced Clean Trucks Program website.
(Reference California Code of Regulations Title 13, Sections 1963-1963.5 and 2012-2012.2) |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate – San Joaquin County | State Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate – San Joaquin County
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The San Joaquin Valley Incentive Project, funded by the California Energy Commission as part of the California Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Project (CALeVIP), offers rebates in the following amounts for installations at new, replacement, or make-ready sites:
Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and applicants must reserve rebates prior to purchasing and installing EV charging stations. Eligible applicants include businesses, nonprofit organizations, California Native American Tribes listed with the Native American Heritage Commission, or government entities. Qualifying installation sites must be located in Fresno, Kern, or San Joaquin County. DCFC station installations must be publicly accessible 24 hours a day. Additional site requirements apply. For more information, including funding availability, see the San Joaquin Valley Incentive Project website. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate – Peninsula-Silicon Valley | State Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate – Peninsula-Silicon Valley
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The Peninsula-Silicon Valley Incentive Project, funded by the California Energy Commission as part of the California Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Project (CALeVIP), offers rebates in the following amounts for installations at new, replacement, or make-ready sites:
Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and applicants must reserve rebates prior to purchasing and installing EV charging station. Eligible applicants include businesses, nonprofit organizations, California Native American Tribes listed with the Native American Heritage Commission, or government entities. Qualifying installation sites must be located in San Mateo or Santa Clara County and DCFC station installations must be publicly accessible 24 hours a day. Additional site requirements apply. For more information, including funding availability, see the Peninsula-Silicon Valley Incentive Project website. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate – San Diego County | State Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate – San Diego County
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The San Diego County Incentive Project, funded by the California Energy Commission as part of the California Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Project (CALeVIP), offers rebates in the following amounts for installations at new, replacement, or make-ready sites:
Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and applicants must reserve rebates prior to purchasing and installing an EV charging station(s). Eligible applicants include businesses, nonprofit organizations, California Native American Tribes listed with the Native American Heritage Commission, or government entities. DCFC station installations must be publicly accessible 24 hours a day. Additional site requirements apply. For more information, including funding availability, see the San Diego County Incentive Project website. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate – Sonoma Coast | State Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate – Sonoma Coast
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The Sonoma Coast Incentive Project, funded by the California Energy Commission as part of the California Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Project (CALeVIP), offers rebates in the following amounts for installations at new, replacement, or make-ready sites:
Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and applicants must reserve rebates prior to purchasing and installing EV charging stations. Eligible applicants include businesses, nonprofit organizations California Native American Tribes listed with the Native American Heritage Commission, or government entities. DCFC station installations must be publicly accessible 24 hours a day. Additional site requirements apply. For more information, including funding availability, see the Sonoma Coast Incentive Project website. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate – Central Coast | State Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate – Central Coast
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The Central Coast Incentive Project, funded by the California Energy Commission as part of the California Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Project (CALeVIP), offers rebates in the following amounts for installations at new, replacement, or make-ready sites:
Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and applicants must reserve rebates prior to purchasing and installing EV charging stations. Eligible applicants include businesses, nonprofit organizations, California Native American Tribes listed with the Native American Heritage Commission, or government entities. Qualifying installation sites must be located in Monterey, San Benito, or Santa Cruz County. DCFC station installations must be publicly accessible 24 hours a day. Additional site requirements apply. For more information, including funding availability, see the Central Coast Incentive Project website. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate – Northern California | State Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate – Northern California
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The Northern California Incentive Project, funded by the California Energy Commission as part of the California Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Project (CALeVIP), offers rebates in the following amounts for installations at new, replacement, or make-ready sites:
Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and applicants must reserve rebates prior to purchasing and installing EV charging stations. Eligible applicants include businesses, California Native American Tribes listed with the Native American Heritage Commission, or government entities. Qualifying installation sites must be located in Humboldt, Shasta, or Tehama County. DCFC station installations must be publicly accessible 24 hours a day. Additional site requirements apply. For more information, including funding availability, see the Northern California Incentive Project website. |
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California | Heavy-Duty Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Grant – Santa Barbara County | State Incentives |
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Heavy-Duty Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Grant – Santa Barbara County
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District (SBCAPCD) provides grants to offset the costs of zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles that reduce on-road emissions within Santa Barbara County. Eligible projects include the replacement of commercial trucks and buses, transit buses, authorized emergency vehicle, transportation refrigeration units, and more. Eligible technology includes the purchase of battery-electric, hydrogen fuel cell, and natural gas vehicles. Priority will be given to projects located in multi-unit dwellings or low-income communities. For more information, including current funding opportunities, see the SBCAPCD Clean Air Grants website. |
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California | Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Grant – Santa Barbara County | State Incentives |
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Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Grant – Santa Barbara County
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District (SBCAPCD) provides grants for the installation of alternative fuel infrastructure located in Santa Barbara County. Grants may cover 80% of project costs, up to $250,000. Eligible projects include electric vehicle supply equipment and hydrogen and natural gas fueling stations. Priority will be given to projects located at multi-unit dwellings or low-income and underserved communities. For more information, including current funding opportunities, see the SBCAPCD Clean Air Grants website. |
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California | Zero Emission Transit Funding | State Incentives |
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Zero Emission Transit Funding
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Clean Mobility Options Voucher Pilot Program offers vouchers of up to $1,000,000 per project for the purchase of zero-emission vehicles, infrastructure, planning, outreach, and operations projects in low-income communities, disadvantaged communities, and tribal areas. For more information, see the Clean Mobility Options website. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate – MCE | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate – MCE
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
MCE offers residential, multi-unit dwelling, and workplace customers TOU rates for charging EVs. Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, see the MCE <a href="https://www.mcecleanenergy.org/ev-charging/>EV Rate Plans website. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate - Azusa Light & Water | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate - Azusa Light & Water
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
Azusa Light & Water offers a TOU rate to residential customers that own or lease an EV. For more information, see Azusa’s EVs website. |
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California | Pre-Owned Electric Vehicle (EV) Rebate – Burbank Water and Power (BWP) | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Pre-Owned Electric Vehicle (EV) Rebate – Burbank Water and Power (BWP)
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
BWP offers residential customers a rebate of up to $1,000 for the purchase of a pre-owned EV. For more information, see the BWP Used EV Rebate website. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Incentive – SDG&E | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Incentive – SDG&E
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) Power Your Drive for Fleets program installs or incentivizes medium- and heavy-duty EV charging stations for commercial customers. Customers may apply for a no-cost installation by SDG&E, with SDG&E owning the infrastructure up to the charging station, or customers may apply for rebate of up to 80% the cost of installing the infrastructure from the meter to the charging station. Additionally, transit agencies, school districts, and some private fleets in disadvantaged communities are eligible for a rebate up to 50% the cost of the charger purchase. For more information, including eligibility and additional program details, see the SDG&E Power Your Drive for Fleets website. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Billing Requirements | Laws and Regulations |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Billing Requirements
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
EV charging station charging rates must be based on a price per megajoule or kilowatt-hour. All EV charging stations must be able to indicate the billing rate at any point during a transaction. Existing Level 2 EV charging stations installed before January 1, 2021, must be updated by January 1, 2031, and Level 2 EV charging stations installed after January 1, 2021, must comply upon installation. Existing direct current fast charging (DCFC) stations installed before January 1, 2023, must be updated by January 1, 2033, and DCFC installed after January 1, 2023, must comply upon installation. (Reference California Code of Regulations Title 4, Sections 4001 and 4002.11) |
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California | Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) and Infrastructure Support | Laws and Regulations |
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Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) and Infrastructure Support
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Energy Resources Conservation and Development Commission must provide technical assistance and support for the development of zero-emission fuels, fueling infrastructure, and fuel transportation technologies. Technical assistance and support may include the creation of research, development, and demonstration programs. (Reference California Public Resources Code 25617) |
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California | Bus Replacement Grant | State Incentives |
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Bus Replacement Grant
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) offers grants for the purchase of new zero-emission buses to replace old gasoline, diesel, compressed natural gas, or propane buses. Grants awards vary based on vehicle type and are available in the following amounts:
Non-compliant school buses are vehicles that are not compliant with the CARB Truck and Bus Regulation. Eligible applicants include owners of transit, school, and shuttle buses. Grants are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. The program is funded by California’s portion of the Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust. For more information, including funding availability, see the CARB’s Volkswagen Settlement website. |
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California | Heavy-Duty Low Emission Vehicle Replacement and Repower Grants | State Incentives |
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Heavy-Duty Low Emission Vehicle Replacement and Repower Grants
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) offers grants for the replacement or repower of eligible class 7 and 8 heavy-duty vehicles with low oxide of nitrogen (NOx) vehicles. Grants may cover up to 50% of non-government project costs and up to 100% of government project costs; up to $3 million per entity. Eligible applicants include Class 7 and 8 freight trucks, drayage trucks, dump trucks, waste haulers, and concrete mixers, freight switcher locomotives. Grants are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. The program is funded by California’s portion of the Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust. For more information, including program guidance and application, see the California Air Resources Board’s Volkswagen Settlement website. |
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California | Light-Duty Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Sales Requirement | Laws and Regulations |
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Light-Duty Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Sales Requirement
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
All sales of new light-duty passenger vehicles in California must be ZEVs by 2035. ZEVs include battery-electric and fuel cell electric vehicles. The California Air Resources Board (CARB) will develop regulations related to in-state sales of new light-duty cars and trucks. CARB developed a ZEV Market Development Strategy to support these regulations and assess statewide ZEV infrastructure. The Strategy will be updated triennially. (Reference Executive Order N-79-20) |
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Federal | Freight Efficiency and Zero-Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Grants | Incentives |
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Freight Efficiency and Zero-Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Grants
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Infrastructure for Rebuilding America (INFRA) grant program provides federal financial assistance to eligible transportation infrastructure projects that address climate change and environmental justice impacts, among other key objectives. Eligible projects include, but are not limited to, supporting a modal shift in freight or passenger movement to reduce vehicle miles traveled, developing zero-emission vehicle infrastructure, using one or more demand management strategies to reduce congestion and greenhouse gas emissions, and supporting the installation of electric vehicle charging stations along the National Highways System. Eligible applicants for INFRA grants are states, metropolitan planning organizations that serve urbanized areas with a population of more than 200,000 individuals, local governments, political subdivisions, port authorities, and tribal governments. Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, including funding application deadlines, see the DOT INFRA Grants website. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate – Inland Counties | State Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate – Inland Counties
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The Inland Counties Incentive Project, funded by the California Energy Commission as part of the California Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Project (CALeVIP), offers rebates in the following amounts for installations at new, replacement, or make-ready sites:
Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and applicants must reserve rebates prior to purchasing and installing EV charging stations. Eligible applicants include businesses, nonprofit organizations California Native American Tribes listed with the Native American Heritage Commission, or government entities. Qualifying installation sites must be located in Butte, El Dorado, Imperial, Kings, Merced, Napa, Nevada, Placer, Solano, Stanislaus, Sutter, Tulare, or Yolo County. DCFC station installations must be publicly accessible 24 hours a day. Additional site requirements apply. For more information, including funding availability, see the Inland Counties Incentive Project website. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate – Liberty Utilities | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Time-of-Use (TOU) Rate – Liberty Utilities
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
Liberty Utilities offers residential and commercial customers TOU rates for charging EVs. For more information, see the Liberty Utilities EV Program website. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate – Liberty Utilities | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate – Liberty Utilities
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
Liberty Utilities offers residential customers a rebate of $1,500 and commercial customers a rebate of $2,500 for the purchase and installation of Level 2 EV charging stations at their home or small business. For more information, see the Liberty Utilities EV Program website. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) and EV Charging Station Rebates - TID | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) and EV Charging Station Rebates - TID
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
Turlock Irrigation District (TID) offers residential customers a $500 rebate for the purchase or lease of a qualifying new or pre-owned EV. TID also offers residential customers a rebate of $300 for the purchase and installation of a qualifying Level 2 EV charging station. Low-income customers enrolled in the TID CARES Program are eligible for an additional rebate of $700 per EV and $100 per EV charging station. Up to two rebates may be claimed for EVs and EV charging stations per residential account. For more information, including eligibility requirements, see the TID Residential EV Rebates and CARES Program website. |
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California | Commercial Electric Vehicle (EV) and EV Charging Station Rebates - TID | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Commercial Electric Vehicle (EV) and EV Charging Station Rebates - TID
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
Turlock Irrigation District (TID) offers commercial customers a rebate for the purchase or lease of a qualifying new or pre-owned EV. Rebates are available in the following amounts:
TID also offers commercial customers rebates of up to $1,000 for the purchase of Level 2 EV charging stations and $20,000 for the purchase of direct current fast charging (DCFC) stations. Customers installing Level 2 EV charging stations may also be eligible for a rebate of up to $6,000 for qualifying installation costs. Up to ten rebates may be claimed for EVs and EV charging stations per commercial account, respectively. For more information, including vehicle category details and eligibility requirements, see the TID Commercial EV Rebates website. |
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California | Electric Forklift Rebate - Turlock Irrigation District (TID) | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Electric Forklift Rebate - Turlock Irrigation District (TID)
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
TID offers commercial customers $1,000 rebate for the purchase of a new, electric Class 1 or Class 2 forklift. For more information, including eligibility requirements, see the TID Commercial Electric Vehicles Rebates website. |
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Federal | Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure and Advanced Vehicle Grants | Incentives |
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Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure and Advanced Vehicle Grants
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) grant program provides federal financial assistance to eligible surface transportation infrastructure projects. Eligible projects include, but are not limited to, supporting connected, electric, and automated vehicles, a modal shift in freight or passenger movement to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and the installation of zero-emission vehicle infrastructure. Eligible applicants for RAISE grants are state, local, tribal, and U.S. territories’ governments, including transit agencies, port authorities, metropolitan planning organizations, and other political subdivisions of state or local governments. Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, see the DOT RAISE Grants website. |
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Federal | Hydrogen Demonstration Project Grants | Incentives |
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Hydrogen Demonstration Project Grants
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The Hydrogen Shot was established within the U.S. Department of Energy’s Energy Earthshots Initiative with the goal to reduce the cost of clean hydrogen by 80% to $1 per kilogram in one decade. Hydrogen Shot funds hydrogen demonstration projects that can help lower the cost of hydrogen, reduce carbon emissions and local air pollution, create good-paying jobs, and provide benefits to disadvantaged communities. Hydrogen Shot focuses on various projects that bridge technical gaps in hydrogen production, storage, and distribution and utilization technologies, including fuel cells. For more information, visit the Hydrogen Shot website. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate – Alameda County | State Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate – Alameda County
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The Alameda County Incentive Project, funded by the California Energy Commission as part of the California Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Project (CALeVIP), offers rebates in the following amounts:
Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and applicants must reserve rebates prior to purchasing and installing EV charging stations. Eligible applicants include businesses, California Native American Tribes listed with the Native American Heritage Commission, or government entities. DCFC station installations must be publicly accessible 24 hours a day. Additional site requirements apply. For more information, including funding availability, see the Alameda County Incentive Project website. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate – South Central Coast | State Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate – South Central Coast
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The South Central Coast Incentive Project, funded by the California Energy Commission as part of the California Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Project (CALeVIP), offers rebates in the following amounts:
Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Eligible applicants include businesses, nonprofit organizations, California Native American Tribes listed with the Native American Heritage Commission, or government entities. DCFC station installations must be publicly accessible 24 hours a day. Additional site requirements apply. For more information, including funding availability, see the South Central Coast Incentive Project website. |
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California | Vehicle Replacement Program - Bay Area | State Incentives |
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Vehicle Replacement Program - Bay Area
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The Bay Area Air Quality Management District’s (BAAQMD) Buy Back Program offers Bay Area residents $1,200 to turn in their operable, registered 1998 or older vehicle for scrapping. Vehicles must meet eligibility requirements and pass an eligibility inspection. For more information, see the BAAQMD Vehicle Buy Back Program website. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Grant – Antelope Valley | State Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Grant – Antelope Valley
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
Antelope Valley Air Quality Management District (AVAQMD) offers grants for the installation of public EV charging stations, up to 70% of the total costs of infrastructure, equipment, and installation of eligible projects. Preferred project sites include retail centers, multi-unit dwellings, workplaces, hospitals, public transit stations, and park & rides. For more information, including application criteria and eligibility requirements, visit the AVAQMD Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Program website. |
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California | Electric Forklift Rebate - Alameda Municipal Power (AMP) | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Electric Forklift Rebate - Alameda Municipal Power (AMP)
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
AMP offers commercial customers a rebate of $2,000 for the purchase of a new, all-electric Class 1 or Class 2 forklift, up to a maximum of three forklifts per site. For more information, including eligibility requirements, see the AMP Electric Vehicles website. |
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California | Pre-Owned Electric Vehicle (EV) Rebate - Alameda Municipal Power (AMP) | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Pre-Owned Electric Vehicle (EV) Rebate - Alameda Municipal Power (AMP)
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
AMP provides rebates of up to $2,000 for the purchase of a pre-owned EV with a purchase price below $22,000. Income-qualifying customers may receive an additional $1,000 rebate. For more information, see the AMP EVs website. |
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California | Residential Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate - LADWP | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Residential Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate - LADWP
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) offers a rebate of up to $1,000 for the purchase and installation of qualified Level 2 EV charging stations, and a $250 rebate for the installation of a dedicated EV charging station meter. Customers participating in LADWP Lifeline or EZ-SAVE Low-Income Customer Assistance programs are eligible for an additional $500 rebate. For more information, including program guidelines and application materials, see the LADWP Charge Up L.A.! website. |
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California | Agricultural Equipment Electrification Grant - Central Coast Community Energy (CCCE) | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Agricultural Equipment Electrification Grant - Central Coast Community Energy (CCCE)
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
CCCE offers grants to replace heavy-duty agricultural vehicles with all-electric equipment. Costumers are eligible for incentives up to 70 to 100% of the total project cost, up to $30,000. Funding is available on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, see the CCCE Ag Electrification Program website. |
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California | Electric School Bus Grant - Central Coast Community Energy (CCCE) | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Electric School Bus Grant - Central Coast Community Energy (CCCE)
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
CCCE offers grants to school districts for the purchase of an electric school bus. Grants may cover up to 50% of the cost of an electric school bus, up to $200,000. For more information, see the CCCE Electric School Bus Program website. |
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California | Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Requirements for Transportation Network Companies (TNC) | Laws and Regulations |
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Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Requirements for Transportation Network Companies (TNC)
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Air Resource Board (CARB) and the California Public Utilities Commission must develop and implement new requirements for reducing the greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs) from TNCs. By January 1, 2021, CARB must adopt annual goals requiring TNCs to phase in ZEVs by 2023 and achieving at least 90% of the miles driven by TNCs by ZEVs by 2030. By January 1, 2022, each TNC must develop a GHG emission reduction plan. For more information, see the California Clean Miles Standard website. (Reference California Health and Safety Code 44274.4 and California Public Utilities Code Section 5431 and 5450) |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Certification and Training Requirements | Laws and Regulations |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Certification and Training Requirements
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
All EV charging stations funded or authorized by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), the California Energy Commission (CEC), or the state board, must be installed by a licensed contractor. At least one electrician on each installation must hold an Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program (EVITP) certification. The CEC and CPUC must conduct joint public workshops to determine if the EVITP curriculum and testing should be supplemented to ensure safe EV charging station installation. The EVITP must offer courses in an online format that would remain available through December 31, 2024.
(Reference California Public Utilities Code Section 740.20) |
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California | Orange County Neighborhood Electric Vehicle (NEV) Transportation Plan | Laws and Regulations |
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Orange County Neighborhood Electric Vehicle (NEV) Transportation Plan
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
Orange County is authorized to establish a NEV transportation plan for the Ranch Plan Planned Community. The plan must address provisions relating to parking, charging, NEV only lanes, and shared use lanes. (Reference Senate Bill 214, 2021) |
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California | Off-Road Equipment Emission Regulations | Laws and Regulations |
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Off-Road Equipment Emission Regulations
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) must implement strategies to eliminate emissions from off-road equipment in California by 2035. By July 1, 2022, CARB must adopt regulations prohibiting engine exhaust and evaporative emissions from new, small off-road engines. CARB must also identify and make available funding for commercial rebates or similar incentive funding as part of any updates to existing applicable funding. (Reference Executive Order N-79-20 and California Health and Safety Code 43018) |
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California | Utility Transportation Electrification Cost Recovery Regulations | Laws and Regulations |
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Utility Transportation Electrification Cost Recovery Regulations
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Public Utilities Commission must approve or modify utility transportation electrification programs, including those that deploy electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, through a reasonable cost recovery mechanism that does not unfairly compete with nonutility enterprises. At least 35% of the investments must be in underserved communities. Utilities must file a new tariff to design and deploy all electrical distribution infrastructure on the utility side of the customer meter, for all customers installing a separately metered, to be recovered as other distribution infrastructure authorized on an ongoing basis in the utility’s general rate case of EV charging station.
(Reference Assembly Bill 841, 2020) |
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Federal | Alternative Fuel Corridor (AFC) Grants | Incentives |
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Alternative Fuel Corridor (AFC) Grants
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) must establish a competitive grant program to strategically deploy publicly accessible electric vehicle charging and hydrogen, propane, and natural gas fueling infrastructure along designated DOT Federal Highway Administration AFCs. The grant will provide funding for designated Corridor-Pending AFCs to install infrastructure to convert to Corridor-Ready AFCs, and for Corridor-Ready AFCs to install alternative fuel infrastructure to provide station redundancy and meet higher demand. Propane fueling infrastructure is limited to use by medium- and heavy-duty vehicles. Eligible entities include states, metropolitan planning organizations, local governments, political subdivisions, and tribal governments. Additional funding eligibility and considerations will apply. The grant program must be established by November 15, 2022. (Reference Public Law 117-58 and 23 U.S. Code 151) |
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Federal | Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Standards | Laws and Regulations |
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Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Standards
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Federal
EVSE funded under provisions outlined in 23 U.S. Code will be treated as Federal-aid Highway Program projects. EVSE installed using these funds are restricted to those that implement non-proprietary charging connectors that meet applicable industry standards and allow for open access payment methods that are available to all members of the public to ensure secure, convenient, and equal access to the EVSE. (Reference Public Law 117-58 and 23 U.S. Code 109) |
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Federal | Community Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Grants | Incentives |
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Community Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Grants
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) shall establish a competitive grant program to fill gaps in publicly accessible electric vehicle charging and hydrogen, propane, and natural gas fueling infrastructure in community locations, such as a parking facilities, public schools, public parks, or along public roads. Funding of up to 80% of project costs will be available for both development-phase planning activities and the acquisition and installation of charging or alternative fueling infrastructure. Five percent of the grant fund awarded may be used for educational and community engagement activities to develop and implement education programs through partnerships with schools, community organizations, and vehicle dealerships to support the use of zero-emission vehicles and associated infrastructure. DOT must prioritize projects that expand access to charging and alternative fueling infrastructure within rural areas, low- and moderate-income neighborhoods, and communities with limited parking space or a high ratio of multi-unit dwellings to single-family homes. Eligible entities include states, metropolitan planning organizations, local governments, political subdivisions, and tribal governments. Additional funding eligibility and considerations will apply. (Reference Public Law 117-58 and 23 U.S. Code 151) |
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Federal | Truck Emissions Reduction Study and Grant at Port Facilities | Incentives |
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Truck Emissions Reduction Study and Grant at Port Facilities
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), in consultation with the U.S. Department of Energy and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, must establish a program to reduce idling at port and intermodal port facilities. Under this program, the Secretary must study how ports and intermodal port transfer facilities would benefit from emissions reductions opportunities, including port operations electrification, and study emerging technologies and strategies to reduce idling truck emissions. DOT must then coordinate and provide grant funding to test, evaluate, and deploy projects to reduce idling truck emissions, including port electrification and efficiency improvements particularly from heavy-duty vehicles. Grant funding will be available for up to 80% of eligible project cost. Awards will be treated as Federal-aid Highway Program projects. Additional funding eligibility and considerations will apply. DOT must submit a report detailing the status and effectiveness of the program, recommendations for workforce development and training opportunities with respect to port electrification, and policy recommendations, no later than one year after all funded projects are complete. (Reference Public Law 117-58 and 23 U.S. Code 1) |
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Federal | Port Infrastructure Development Program | Incentives |
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Port Infrastructure Development Program
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) will establish the Port Infrastructure Development Program (PIDP) to fund projects that improve port resiliency to address sea-level rise, flooding, extreme weather events, earthquakes, and tsunami inundation, as well as projects that reduce or eliminate port-related criteria pollutant or greenhouse gas emissions. Funded projects may include:
Funding is authorized through fiscal year 2026. Applications for the first funding round are due May 16, 2022. For more information, see the Notice of Funding Opportunity announcement and the PIDP website. (Reference Public Law 117-58) |
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Federal | Carbon Reduction Program (CRP) | Incentives |
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Carbon Reduction Program (CRP)
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) must establish a carbon reduction formula program for states to reduce transportation emissions. Eligible state funding activities include truck stop electrification, diesel engine retrofits, vehicle-to-infrastructure communications equipment, public transportation, port electrification, and deployment of alternative fuel vehicles, including charging or fueling infrastructure and the purchase or lease of zero emission vehicles. Funding can also be used to support the development of state carbon reduction strategies, in consultation with designated metropolitan planning organizations, by November 15, 2023. At the request of a state, DOT must provide technical assistance in the development of the carbon reduction strategy. State projects will be treated as Federal-aid Highway Program projects. Additional funding eligibility and considerations will apply. For more information, see the CRP Implementation Guidance and Fact Sheet. (Reference Public Law 117-58 and 23 U.S. Code 1) |
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Federal | Emerging Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Study | Laws and Regulations |
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Emerging Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Study
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The U.S. Department of Transportation must conduct an AFV study, focusing specifically on hydrogen, natural gas, or propane, that identifies:
The report must be made publicly available and submitted to Congress by November 15, 2022. (Reference Public Law 117-58) |
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Federal | Federal System Alternative Funding Pilot | Laws and Regulations |
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Federal System Alternative Funding Pilot
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) will establish a Federal System Funding Alternative Advisory Board (Board) to establish a pilot program to demonstrate a national motor vehicle per-mile user fee (Fee). The pilot program will test the design, acceptance, implementation, and financial sustainability of a Fee; address the need for additional revenue for surface transportation infrastructure and a Fee; and provide recommendations relating to the adoption and implementation of a Fee. In carrying out the pilot program, DOT shall provide different methods that volunteer participants can choose from to track motor vehicle miles traveled and solicit volunteer participants from all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. DOT shall test vehicle-miles-traveled collection tools, revenue collection methodologies, and public-awareness campaigns regarding the pilot program. DOT shall establish Fees for passenger motor vehicles, light trucks, and medium- and heavy-duty trucks. Amounts may vary between vehicle types and weight classes to reflect estimated impacts on infrastructure, safety, congestion, the environment, or other related social impacts. DOT shall establish the Board by February 13, 2022, with Board findings relevant to implementing the Fee pilot program due to Congress one year later. DOT must report findings to Congress annually upon program commencement, with funding authorized through fiscal year 2026. (Reference Public Law 117-58) |
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Federal | Truck Leasing Task Force | Laws and Regulations |
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Truck Leasing Task Force
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The Secretary of Transportation, in consultation with the Secretary of Labor, must establish the Truck Leasing Task Force (TLTF) to examine common truck leasing arrangements, including specific agreements relating to the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach Clean Trucks Program and similar programs to decrease port operations emissions. TLTF will terminate 30 days after submitting findings and recommendations to Congress. For more information, see the TLTF website. (Reference Public Law 117-58) |
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Federal | Electric Vehicle Working Group (EVWG) | Laws and Regulations |
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Electric Vehicle Working Group (EVWG)
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The Secretaries of Transportation and Energy must jointly establish an EVWG to make recommendations regarding the development, adoption, and integration of light-, medium-, and heavy-duty electric vehicles (EVs) into the transportation and energy system of the United States. The EVWG will be comprised of 25 members from federal agencies, the automotive industry, the energy industry, state and local governments, labor organizations, and the property development industry. The EVWG will produce three reports describing the status of EV adoption, including barriers and opportunities to scale up EV adoption, and recommendations for EV issues including EV charging station needs, manufacturing and battery costs, EV adoption for low- and moderate-income individuals and underserved communities, and EV charging station permitting and regulatory issues. The first report must be submitted within 18 months of the EVWG establishment, and the second and third reports each two years thereafter. Based on the EVWG reports, the Secretaries of Transportation and Energy must jointly develop, maintain, and update an EV strategy that includes how the federal, state, and local governments, and industry can establish quantitative transportation electrification targets, overcome barriers, provide public EV education and awareness, identify areas of opportunity in research and development to lower EV cost and increase performance, and expand EV charging station deployment. The Secretaries and the Working Group will use existing federal resources such as the Alternative Fuels Data Center, the Energy Efficient Mobility Systems program, and the Clean Cities Coalition Network. The EVWG was established on June 8, 2022, and will terminate upon the submission of the third and final report. For more information, see the EVWG website. (Reference Public Law 117-58) |
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Federal | Utility Electric Vehicle (EV) Promotion Measures | Laws and Regulations |
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Utility Electric Vehicle (EV) Promotion Measures
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission requires each state to consider measures to promote greater transportation electrification, by amending rates to:
Each state regulatory authority and each nonregulated utility must commence consideration or set a hearing date for consideration no later than November 15, 2022, and must complete consideration and make a determination no later than November 15, 2024. States with existing EV rate standards are exempt. (Reference Public Law 117-58) |
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Federal | Electric Vehicle (EV) Studies | Laws and Regulations |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Studies
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) must conduct a study on the cradle-to-grave environmental impact of EVs. DOE, in coordination with the U.S. State Department and the U.S. Department of Commerce, must also study the impact of forced labor in China on the EV supply chain. Both studies must submit reports to Congress by March 15, 2022. (Reference Public Law 117-58) |
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Federal | Public School Energy Program | Incentives |
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Public School Energy Program
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) must establish for local educational agencies competitive grant program for energy improvements upgrades, including installation of alternative fuel vehicle (AFV) fueling or charging infrastructure on school grounds and purchase or lease AFVs. AFV fueling or charging infrastructure can be exclusively for the school fleet or students, or open to the public. Eligible AFVs include school buses and school fleet vehicles. For more information, see the Grants for Energy Improvements at Public School Facilities website. (Reference Public Law 117-58) |
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Federal | Low or Zero Emission Ferry Program | Incentives |
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Low or Zero Emission Ferry Program
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) must establish a pilot grant program for the purchase of electric or low-emitting ferries and the electrification of or other reduction of emissions from existing ferries. Low-emitting ferries must use an alternative fuel, such as methanol, natural gas, propane, hydrogen, and electricity. Awards must include a ferry service that serves the State with the largest number of Marine Highway System miles and a bi-state ferry service with an aging fleet. Funding is authorized through fiscal year 2026. (Reference Public Law 117-58) |
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Federal | National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program | Incentives |
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National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) NEVI Formula Program will provide funding to states to strategically deploy electric vehicle (EV) charging stations and to establish an interconnected network to facilitate data collection, access, and reliability. Funding is available for up to 80% of eligible project costs, including:
EV charging stations must be non-proprietary, allow for open-access payment methods, be publicly available or available to authorized commercial motor vehicle operators from more than one company, and be located along designated FHWA Alternative Fuel Corridors (AFCs). If a state and DOT determine that all AFCs in the state have been fully developed, then the state can propose alternative public locations and roads for EV charging station installation. FHWA must distribute the NEVI Program Formula Program funds made available each fiscal year (FY) through FY 2026, so that each state receives an amount equal to the state FHWA funding formula determined by 23 U.S. Code 104. To receive funding, states must submit plans to the DOT and U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Joint Office for review and public posting by August 1, 2022, describing how the state intends to distribute NEVI funds. The FHWA will approve state plans on a rolling basis, no later than September 30, 2022. FHWA announced approval of all state plans on September 27, 2022. Additionally, DOT will establish a grant program by November 15, 2022, for states and localities requiring additional assistance to strategically deploy EV charging stations under this Program. Additional funding eligibility and considerations will apply. For additional information, see the FHWA NEVI website and the Joint Office website. (Reference Public Law 117-58 and 23 U.S. Code 165) |
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Federal | National Multimodal Cooperative Freight Research Program | Incentives |
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National Multimodal Cooperative Freight Research Program
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) will establish a national cooperative freight transportation research program (Program), administered in collaboration with the National Academy of Sciences (NAS). NAS will establish an advisory committee to recommend a national research agenda on improvements in the efficiency and resiliency of freight movement, including adapting to future trends such as zero-emissions transportation. NAS may award research contracts or grants under the Program. DOT shall establish the Program by November 15, 2022, and publish annual reports describing the ongoing research and findings. Funding will be made available each fiscal year until November 15, 2026, and will remain available until expended for this Program. (Reference Public Law 117-58 and 49 U.S. Code 702) |
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Federal | Joint Office of Energy and Transportation | Laws and Regulations |
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Joint Office of Energy and Transportation
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) will establish a Joint Office of Energy and Transportation (Joint Office) to study, plan, coordinate, and implement joint issues, including:
The Joint Office will create a public database that includes EVSE data maintained on the DOE Alternative Fuels Data Center's Alternative Fueling Station Locator and potential EVSE locations identified by eligible entities. For more information, see the Joint Office website. (Reference Public Law 117-58) |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Infrastructure Support | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Infrastructure Support
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
California utilities joined the National Electric Highway Coalition (NEHC), committing to create a network of direct current fast charging (DCFC) stations connecting major highway systems from the Atlantic Coast to the Pacific of the United States. NEHC utility members agree to ensure efficient and effective fast charging deployment plans that enable long distance EV travel, avoiding duplication among coalition utilities, and complement existing corridor DCFC sites. For more information, including a list of participating utilities and states, see the NEHC website. |
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California | School Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate – PG&E | Utility/Private Incentives |
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School Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate – PG&E
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) offers EV charging station rebates for school facilities. Participating schools may own, operate, and maintain EV charging stations, or have PG&E-owned EV charging stations installed. Rebates may be up to $11,500 for single port Level 2 EV charging stations or up to $15,500 for dual port Level 2 EV charging stations. A minimum of 40% of funds must be allocated to disadvantaged communities. For more information, including eligibility requirements and funding availability, see the PG&E EV program website. |
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California | State Parks Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Program – PG&E | Utility/Private Incentives |
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State Parks Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Program – PG&E
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
Pacific Gas and Electric’s (PG&E) EV Charge Parks program provides EV charging stations at state parks and beaches for fleet and public usage. PG&E will own, operate, and maintain EV charging stations and pay for associated network fees for a period up to eight years. A minimum of 25% of funds must be allocated to disadvantaged communities. For more information, including funding availability, see the PG&E EV program website. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) and EV Charging Station Rebates - Central Coast Community Energy (CCCE) | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) and EV Charging Station Rebates - Central Coast Community Energy (CCCE)
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
CCCE offers rebates of up to $4,000 to residential, commercial, and public agency customers for the purchase of new or pre-owned EVs or electric motorcycles. CCCE also offers a rebate of up to $10,000 for Level 2 EV charging stations installed at homes or workplaces. For more information, see the CCCE Electrify Your Ride website. |
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Federal | Environmental Justice Community Technical Assistance Program | Incentives |
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Environmental Justice Community Technical Assistance Program
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Communities Local Energy Action Program (LEAP) Pilot facilitates sustained, community-wide economic and environmental benefits through DOE’s clean energy deployment work. This technical assistance opportunity is specifically open to low-income, energy-burdened communities that are also experiencing either direct environmental justice impacts, or direct economic impacts from a shift away from historical reliance on fossil fuels. DOE will provide technical assistance services to support up to 36 communities to develop their own community-driven clean energy transition approach. For more information, visit the DOE Communities LEAP website. |
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Federal | Innovative Research and Development Competitive Prizes | Incentives |
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Innovative Research and Development Competitive Prizes
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The American-Made Challenges are a series of prize competitions, in partnership with the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, that are designed to incentivize the nation’s entrepreneurs to reenergize innovation, reassert American leadership in the energy marketplace, and connect entrepreneurs to the private sector and U.S. Department of Energy’s national laboratories. These challenges seek to lower the barriers U.S.-based innovators face by spurring manufacturing, developing innovative solutions and products, and creating new domestic jobs and opportunities through public-private partnerships. For more information, including current prize challenges, visit the American-Made Challenges website. |
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Federal | Low and Zero Emission Public Transportation Funding | Incentives |
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Low and Zero Emission Public Transportation Funding
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) administers the Low or No Emission Grant (Low-No) Program. Financial assistance is available to local and state government entities for the purchase or lease of low-emission or zero-emission transit buses, in addition to the acquisition, construction, or lease of supporting facilities. Eligible vehicles must be designated for public transportation use and significantly reduce energy consumption or harmful emissions compared to a comparable standard or low emission vehicle. The Low-No Program is a competitive grant program. Funding is available through fiscal year (FY) 2026. $1.1 billion is available for FY 2022. Applicants must apply by May 31, 2022. Applicants must submit a zero-emission vehicle fleet transition plan to the FTA that includes a utility partnership description and workforce development training. For more information, including details about the current round of funding, see the Low or No Emission Grant (Low-No) Program website. (Reference Public Laws 117-58, 113-159, and 114-94, and 49 U.S. Code 5312 and 5339)
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California | Medium- and Heavy-Duty (MHD) Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Financing Program | State Incentives |
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Medium- and Heavy-Duty (MHD) Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Financing Program
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Pollution Control Financing Authority (CPCFA) must develop and implement a purchasing assistance program for MHD ZEV fleets. CPCFA must consult with stakeholders to design a program that provides financial support and technical assistance to fleet managers deploying MHD ZEVs. CPCFA must designate high-priority fleets, considering implications for climate change, pollution, environmental justice, and post-COVID economy recovery. A minimum of 75% of financing products must be directed towards operators of MHD ZEV fleets whose fleets directly impact, or operate in, underserved communities. CPCFA must establish the program by January 1, 2023, and provide annual reports on program outcomes to the California Air Resources Board. (Reference California Health and Safety Code 44272) |
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California | California’s National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Planning | State Incentives |
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California’s National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Planning
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) NEVI Formula Program requires the California Department of Transportation to submit an EV Infrastructure Deployment Plan (Plan) to the DOT and U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Joint Office by August 1, 2022, describing how the state intends to distribute NEVI funds. Plans must be established according to NEVI guidance. For more information about California’s NEVI planning process, see the California Energy Commission NEVI website. For more information about California’s NEVI plan, see the Joint Office’s State Plans for EV Charging website. |
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Federal | Integrated Biorefineries Grant | Incentives |
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Integrated Biorefineries Grant
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The Scale-Up+ Program provides grants for biorefinery development and feedstocks improvement projects that reduce the cost of biofuel production technologies and scale-up production systems. The Scale-Up+ Program will also fund projects that reduce carbon emissions in first generation corn ethanol production facilities. Eligible applicants include individuals, for-profit entities, educational institutions, nonprofits, and foreign entities. For more information, see the Funding Opportunity Announcement. |
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Federal | Bus and Bus Facilities Grants | Incentives |
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Bus and Bus Facilities Grants
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) administers the Grants for Buses and Bus Facilities Competitive Program. Eligible applicants include state, local, and tribal governments, fixed-route bus operators, and private nonprofit organizations engaged in public transportation. Funds may be used to replace, rehabilitate, and purchase buses, vans, and related equipment, and to construct associated bus facilities. The Bus and Bus Facilities Program is a competitive grant program. For more information, including funding availability and timelines, see the FTA Bus and Bus Facilities website. (Reference Public Laws 117-58, 113-159, and 114-94 and 49 U.S. Code 5312 and 5339) |
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Federal | Regional Clean Hydrogen Hubs | Incentives |
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Regional Clean Hydrogen Hubs
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) administers the Regional Clean Hydrogen Hubs (H2Hubs) program. H2Hubs will fund the development of at least four regional networks of hydrogen producers, potential hydrogen consumers, and connective infrastructure located in close proximity. At least one H2Hub must demonstrate the end-use of hydrogen in the transportation sector. Clean hydrogen is defined as hydrogen produced with a carbon intensity equal to or less than 2 kilograms of carbon dioxide-equivalent produced at the site of production per kilogram of hydrogen produced. DOE will evaluate lifecycle emissions for each project application and give preference to applications that reduce greenhouse gas emissions across the full project lifecycle. For more information, including funding availability, see the Regional Clean Hydrogen Hubs website. (Reference Public Law 117-58) |
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Federal | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging and Clean Transportation Grants | Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging and Clean Transportation Grants
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) provides grants for transportation decarbonization research projects. Priority will be given to projects that include:
Applicants must demonstrate how proposed projects will benefit underserved communities that lack access to clean transportation options. (Reference Public Law 109-58 and 42 U.S. Code 16191) |
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Federal | Pre-Owned Electric Vehicle (EV) and Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) Tax Credit | Incentives |
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Pre-Owned Electric Vehicle (EV) and Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) Tax Credit
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
Beginning January 1, 2023, the Clean Vehicle Credit provides a tax credit of up to $4,000 for the purchase of a pre-owned EV or FCEV. Eligible vehicles must be of a model year at least two years prior to the year of purchase and may not have a purchase price above $25,000. Individuals with a gross annual income below the following thresholds are eligible for the tax credit:
Only one tax credit may be claimed per vehicle. Individuals may not claim more than one pre-owned vehicle tax credit in a three-year period. (Reference Public Law 117-169)
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Federal | Commercial Electric Vehicle (EV) and Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) Tax Credit | Incentives |
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Commercial Electric Vehicle (EV) and Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) Tax Credit
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
Beginning January 1, 2023, a tax credit will be available to businesses for the purchase of new EVs and FCEVs. Vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) below 14,000 pounds (lbs.) must have a battery capacity of at least seven kilowatt-hours (kWh) and vehicles with a GVWR above 14,000 lbs. must have a battery capacity of at least 15 kWh. The tax credit amount is equal to the lesser of the following amounts:
Maximum tax credits may not exceed $7,500 for vehicles under 14,000 lbs. and $40,000 for vehicles above 14,000 lbs. Businesses may not combine this tax credit with the Clean Vehicle Tax Credit. (Reference Public Law 117-169)
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Federal | Heavy-Duty Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) and Infrastructure Grants | Incentives |
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Heavy-Duty Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) and Infrastructure Grants
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
By February 12, 2023, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency must create a grant program for heavy-duty ZEVs and associated infrastructure. Grant award amounts vary and may cover up to 100% of total project costs. Eligible project costs include:
Eligible applicants include state governments, municipalities, tribal governments, and non-profit school transportation associations. Additional funding is available for projects located in nonattainment communities. For more information, see the EPA Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle Program website. (Reference Public Law 117-169) |
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California | Zero-Emission Freight Assessment | Laws and Regulations |
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Zero-Emission Freight Assessment
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Transportation Commission (CTC), along with other state agencies, must develop a Clean Freight Corridor Efficiency Assessment. As part of the assessment, the CTC must establish an advisory committee, made up of industry representatives and public and private freight stakeholders. The assessment must:
By December 1, 2023, the CTC must submit a report containing the assessment’s findings and recommendations to the Legislature. Findings from the assessment must be incorporated into the California Transportation Plan. (Reference California Government Code 14517 and 65072.5) |
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California | Los Angeles County Neighborhood Electric Vehicle (NEV) Plan Authorization | Laws and Regulations |
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Los Angeles County Neighborhood Electric Vehicle (NEV) Plan Authorization
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
Los Angeles County, or any city in Los Angeles County, may adopt a NEV transportation plan. NEV plans may include route selection, transportation interfacing, NEV-related facilities, parking facilities, and other considerations. Plans must be reviewed by the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG). If an eligible entity adopts a NEV plan, the entity must work with SCAG to submit a report to the Legislature by August 31, 2028. The report must include a description of the NEV plan, an evaluation of the effectiveness of the NEV plan, including the impact on traffic flows and safety, and a recommendation if the program should be adopted statewide. (Reference Assembly Bill 2432, 2022) |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Rate Incentive – Glendale Water and Power (GWP) | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Rate Incentive – Glendale Water and Power (GWP)
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
GWP offers a monthly incentive of $8 for customers who charge their EV during off-peak hours. Incentives are distributed annually. For more information, see the GWP Off-Peak EV Charging Rebate website. |
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California | Residential Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate – SMUD | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Residential Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate – SMUD
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) offers a rebate of up to $1,000 for the purchase and installation of a new Level 2 EV charging station and associated electrical upgrades. For more information, see the SMUD Residential EVs website. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebates – Silicon Valley Power (SVP) | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebates – Silicon Valley Power (SVP)
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
SVP offers rebates for the purchase and installation of Level 2 EV charging stations to residential, multifamily, school, and nonprofit customers. Rebates are available in the following amounts:
Charging stations must have Wi-Fi capabilities. Residential customers may also receive a rebate of up to $1,000 to upgrade their electric panel to accommodate a Level 2 EV charger. Low-income residents may receive increased rebate amounts. Additional terms and conditions apply. For more information, see the SVP Rebates website. |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) and Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) Rebate – Silicon Valley Power (SVP) | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) and Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) Rebate – Silicon Valley Power (SVP)
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
SVP offers income-qualifying residential customers a $1,000 rebate for the purchase of a PHEV and $1,500 rebate for the purchase of an EV. For more information, including income requirements, see the SVP Rebates website. |
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California | Zero Electric Vehicle (ZEV) Office Authorization and Equity Assessment | Laws and Regulations |
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Zero Electric Vehicle (ZEV) Office Authorization and Equity Assessment
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The California legislature established the ZEV Market Development Office (Office) is established within the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development to serve as a point of contact for stakeholders to provide feedback on California’s ZEV goals and to direct the equitable deployment of light-, medium-, and heavy-duty ZEVs, supporting infrastructure, and ZEV workforce development. The Office must also create an equity action plan as part of the ZEV Market Development Strategy. The action plan must include recommendations to:
The Office must track state progress toward achieving recommendations included in the equity action plan. (Reference Senate Bill 1251, 2022) |
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California | Medium- and Heavy-Duty (MHD) Fleet Vehicle Data Collection and Planning | Laws and Regulations |
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Medium- and Heavy-Duty (MHD) Fleet Vehicle Data Collection and Planning
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Energy Commission (CEC) in collaboration with the California Air Resources Board (CARB) and the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) must collect state agency fleet data for MHD on- and off-road vehicles. Fleet data must include vehicle fuel types, fleet address, and current and future vehicle charging needs. The CEC must share this data with the PUC and electric utilities to inform electrical grid planning efforts. (Reference Assembly Bill 2700, 2022) |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Grants | State Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Grants
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) offers grants to income-qualifying individuals for the purchase or lease of a new or pre-owned EV, plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV), or hybrid electric vehicle (HEV). EVs and PHEVs are eligible for grants of up to $5,000, and HEVs are eligible for grants of up to $2,500. Applicants may also be eligible to receive a grant of up to $2,500 for the purchase and installation of a Level 2 EV charging station. For more information, including income requirements, see the Clean Vehicle Assistance Program website. |
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California | Zero Emission Transit Bus Incentive Assessment | Laws and Regulations |
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Zero Emission Transit Bus Incentive Assessment
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Legislative Analyst’s Office must submit a report to the legislature on the effectiveness of the Zero Emission Transit Bus Tax Exemption by May 1, 2024. The report must consider the annual number of zero emission transit bus purchases by transit authorities and agencies and the number of zero emission transit bus purchases made in advance of the Innovative Clean Transit regulation deadlines. (Reference Assembly Bill 2622, 2022) |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Uptime Reporting Standards | Laws and Regulations |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Uptime Reporting Standards
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
By January 1, 2024, the California Energy Commission (CEC) in collaboration with the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) must develop uptime recordkeeping and reporting standards for EV charging stations purchased through a state incentive program or rate payer charges. The CEC must hold a public workshop to identify best practices for supporting EV charging station reliability and incorporate them into the uptime recordkeeping and reporting standards. Standards may vary by technology type, power level, number of chargers per site, and site ownership model. EV charging station uptime data must be reported for a minimum of six years. These standards only apply to EV charging stations installed on or after January 1, 2024, and do not apply to residential dwellings with less than five units. Beginning January 1, 2025, the CEC must assess the uptime of EV charging stations. The assessment must include considerations for equitable access to EV charging stations in low-, moderate-, and high-income communities. The assessment must be updated every two years. (Reference Assembly Bill 2061, 2022) |
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California | Hydrogen Development Support | Laws and Regulations |
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Hydrogen Development Support
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
The California Air Resources Board (CARB), in collaboration with other state agencies, must complete an evaluation on the deployment, development, and use of hydrogen in the state. The evaluation must include:
CARB must publish the evaluation by June 1, 2024. CARB must also model how hydrogen supports the decarbonization of the electric and transportation sectors and include the findings in the 2023 and 2025 Integrated Energy Policy Report. (Reference Senate Bill 1075, 2022) |
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Federal | Electric Vehicle (EV) and Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) Manufacturing Tax Credit | Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) and Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) Manufacturing Tax Credit
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
Qualified advanced energy projects are eligible for a 30% tax credit for project investments to reequip, expand, or establish certain manufacturing facilities. Credits cannot be allocated to projects located in census tracts where projects have been previously allocated. A qualifying advanced energy project includes, but is not limited to, projects that reequip, expand, or establish a manufacturing or industrial facility for the production or recycling of light-, medium-, and heavy-duty EVs, FCEVs, EV charging stations, and hydrogen fueling stations. Additional terms apply. (Reference Public Law 117-169 and 26 U.S. Code 48C)
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Federal | Port Electrification Grants | Incentives |
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Port Electrification Grants
Type: Incentives |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) must establish a competitive Clean Ports grant program for the purchase or installation of zero emission port equipment or technology. Eligible applicants must include port authorities, state governments, local governments, tribal governments, air pollution control agencies, and private entities that own, operate, or use port. Zero emission technology includes all-electric vehicles and fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs). Additional funding is available for projects located in nonattainment communities. For more information, see the EPA Ports Initiative website. (Reference Public Law 117-169) |
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Federal | Transportation Decarbonization Support | Laws and Regulations |
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Transportation Decarbonization Support
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: Federal
The U.S. Department of Energy, Transportation, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (Signatory Agencies) joined in signing a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to accelerate the development and adoption of affordable and equitable clean transportation. The Signatory Agencies must work to reduce greenhouse gas emission in the transportation sector and ensure resilient and accessible mobility options for all Americans. By December 15, 2022, the Signatory Agencies must publish a draft decarbonization strategy for the transportation sector to guide future policy, research, development, demonstration, and deployment in the public and private sectors. |
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California | Fuel-Efficient Vehicle Tax Exemption | State Incentives |
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Fuel-Efficient Vehicle Tax Exemption
Type: State Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
Vehicles purchased using a grant from the Clean Cars 4 All Program are exempt from sales tax. Additional requirements apply. (Reference Senate Bill 1382, 2022 and California Revenue and Taxation Code 6368.2) |
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California | Zero Emission Transportation System Support | Laws and Regulations |
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Zero Emission Transportation System Support
Type: Laws and Regulations |
Jurisdiction: California
Private, nonprofit entities that provide services to zero emission transportation may enter into a joint power agreement with a public agency to facilitate the development of a zero-emission transportation system. The system must reduce greenhouse gas emissions, reduce vehicle congestion and vehicle miles traveled, and improve public transit options. (Reference Senate Bill 1226, 2022) |
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California | Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebates – PG&E | Utility/Private Incentives |
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Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebates – PG&E
Type: Utility/Private Incentives |
Jurisdiction: California
Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) offers residential customers rebates of up to $500 for a Level 2 EV charging station and $2,000 for electric panel upgrades necessary to support the EV charging station. Eligible participants must meet household income requirements. For more information, including income thresholds, see the PG&E Empower EV Program website. |