Alternative Fuels incentive Grant is Open

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Paul Spiegel, PE, LEED AP

paul.spiegel@ssmgroup.com

Lindsey Walaski, CEM, LEED AP

lindsey.walaski@ssmgroup.com

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PA Department of Environmental Protection - Alternative Fuels Incentive Grant (AFIG) Program

The AFIG Program helps to create new markets for alternative fuels in Pennsylvania. An investment is being made not only in alternative fuels, but the deployment of alternative fuel vehicles, fleets, and technologies. The intent is to provide a stimulus for opportunities that better manage Pennsylvania's fuel resources in a way that also improves the environment, supports economic development and enhances the quality of life.

The primary goals of the AFIG Program are to improve Pennsylvania's air quality and reduce consumption of imported oil through the use of homegrown alternative fuels that will help the Commonwealth's economy and environment. Through the program, DEP solicits applications for innovative, advanced fuel and vehicle technology projects resulting in cleaner advanced alternative transportation within the Commonwealth.

WHO CAN APPLY:

School Districts, Municipal Authorities, Municipalities, Non-Profits, Private Businesses

ELIGIBLE PROJECTS:

Purchase or retrofit vehicles to operate on alternative fuels

Purchase and install refueling equipment

Research or develop new technologies

AVAILABLE FUNDS:

Infrastructure and innovative technology grants up to $600,000.

Vehicle grants up to $100,000 per vehicle, depending upon class of vehicle.

DEADLINE:

The program will collect and review all applications submitted by August 27, 2021 and December 17, 2021.

All applications must be submitted via the DCED eGrants application system.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

https://www.dep.pa.gov/Citizens/GrantsLoansRebates/Alternative-Fuels-Incentive-Grant/Pages/default.aspx