Alternative Fuel School Bus Program
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DEQ is currently managing projects that reduce nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions from diesel vehicles and promote the use of alternative fuels in school buses for pre-Kindergarten through grade 12. Alternative fuels include all-electric, propane (LPG), and natural gas (LNG or CNG). $4,184,000 from the Volkswagen State Environmental Trust is available for this program.
The application period closed on December 6, 2019
- Grant Solicitation (please read prior to filling out an application)
- Application
FY19 Factsheets and Outreach:
- Alternative Fuel School Bus Program Factsheet
- Clean Diesel and Alternative Fuel School Bus Program Comparison Factsheet
- November 7, 2019 Webinar Recording
- Webinar Slides: DERA (DEQ), Alternative Fuel School Bus (DEQ), Alternative Fuels (INCOG and ACOG)
Contact information:
The application deadline has passed for this program.
Click here for a list of recipients
FY18 Factsheets and Outreach:
- Alternative Fuel School Bus Program Factsheet
- Alternative Fuel School Bus Program Webinar (DEQ)
- Alternative Fuel School Buses Webinar (INCOG)
- Leveraging State School Bus Funding (ACOG)
If you have questions about the program please see the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page.
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