On behalf of our dedicated stakeholders, we have identified the following federal, state, and local incentive programs that are currently available to assist fleet operators in the deployment of natural gas vehicles and infrastructure development. As the landscape of funding opportunities for these types of projects is ever-changing in California, please contact us at funding@cngvp.org for more information on how to apply for and potentially receive grant awards.
| Program Name | Funding Agency | Total Funding Available | Per Vehicle Funding Incentives | Application Deadline | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HVIP’s Low NOx Natural Gas Engines Program | Air Resources Board | $9.9 million | Incentives of up to $40,000 per new vehicle | First come, first served until funds are exhausted | Vehicles must be equipped with the Cummins Westport ISL G NZ engine |
| Carl Moyer Program | Air Resources Board and implemented by the air districts | Funding varies by district | $25,000 – $400,000 per vehicle, based on vehicle class and function | Varies by air district | Also offers incentives of up to 50% of new alternative fuel station costs |
| Lower Emission School Bus Program | Air Resources Board | Individual air districts set their own funding levels and eligibility | Varies by air district | Varies by air district | Funding prioritized for small and medium school districts |
| Voucher Incentive Program | Air Resources Board | Currently open on a first-come, first-served basis | Up to $45,000 per vehicle | First come, first served until funds are exhausted | Only eligible for fleets with 10 or fewer vehicles |
| Prop 1B Goods Movement Program | Air Resources Board and implemented by the air districts | Funding varies by air district | $25,000 – $200,000 per new vehicle, depending on vehicle class and fuel type | Varies by air district | New vehicles must operate 90% of the time within California and primarily along key trade corridors |
| Natural Gas Vehicle Incentive Program | California Energy Commission | Though funding is not currently available, funds may become available this summer | Up to $25,000 per new vehicle | Applicants may still reserve their place on the waitlist, which will help ensure receipt of funds when funding becomes available | Current waitlist of applicants is $4 million |
| SECAT Program | Sacramento Emergency Clean Air Transportation System | Approximately $12M available | Up to $40,000 per 14,001-33,000 lbs vehicle; Up to $60,000 per 33,001+ lbs vehicle | First come, first served until funds are exhausted | SECAT may add additional funds in 2018 |
| Truck Voucher Program | San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District | $8 million | 35% of new vehicle costs up to a maximum of $50,000 | First come, first served | Vehicles must operate 75% of time in California and 50% of time in the San Joaquin Valley |
| School Bus Replacement Program | California Energy Commission | $94.1 million | Up to $165,000 per new vehicle | September 20, 2018 | Priority given to school buses operating in disadvantaged communities; also offers infrastructure funding |
| Rural School Bus Pilot Program | California Air Resources Board | $10 million | Up to $165,000 per new vehicle | August 10, 2018 | Maximum of 12 buses per application |
