Alternative Fuels Incentive Grant Program (Pennsylvania)

Alternative Fuels Incentive Grant Program (Pennsylvania) is sponsored by Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). This program offers rebates to eligible residents for purchasing new alternative fuel vehicles. It also offers rebates for the replacement or repower of Class 4-8 medium- and heavy-duty vehicles with new diesel, electric, or alternative fuel vehicles.

Alternative Fuels Incentive Grant (AFIG) | Department of Environmental Protection | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Grants, Loans, and Rebates Alternative Fuels Incentive Grant (AFIG) Interested in the Alternative Fuels Incentive Grant program? See how AFIG has helped these grantees!

AFIG 2026 Round 1 Awards Announced The awards for the first round of the 2026 Alternative Fuels Incentive Grant Program have been announced: List of AFIG 2026 Round 1 awards AFIG 2026 is Closed</h1>\r\n<p style=\"font-size: 16. 0px;\">The program is anticipated to reopen in winter 2027. </p>\r\n<h1>​​A<span style=\"letter-spacing: 0.

02em;\">lternative Fuels Incentive Grants</span></h1>\r\n<p style=\"font-size: 1. 0em;\">AFIG has approximately $5 million in funding available to school districts, municipalities, nonprofit organizations, and businesses in Pennsylvania that want to transition to cleaner fuel transportation. Applicants will be eligible for a maximum grant award across all applications of $500,000.

Individual application awards are still capped at $300,000. </p>\r\n<p style=\"font-size: 1. 0em;\">Supported alternative fuels include electricity, compressed natural gas, liquefied natural gas, propane, hydrogen, hythane, biodiesel, ethanol, methanol, and other advanced biofuels.

Grant funding covers:</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Incremental costs related to retrofitting vehicles to operate on alternative fuels;</li>\r\n<li>Incremental costs to purchase alternative fuel vehicles;</li>\r\n<li>Cost to purchase and install the necessary fleet-refueling or home-refueling equipment for alternative fuel vehicles;</li>\r\n<li>Cost to perform research, training, development, and demonstration of new applications or next-phase technology related to alternative fuel vehicles.

</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h2>2026 AFIG Details and Instructions</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://greenport. pa. gov/elibrary/GetDocument?

docId=10587991&DocName=ALTERNATIVE%20FUELS%20INCENTIVE%20GRANT%20PROGRAM%202026. PDF%20%20%3Cspan%20style%3D%22color%3Agreen%3B%22%3E%3C%2Fspan%3E%20%3Cspan%20style%3D%22color%3Ablue%3B%22%3E(NEW)%3C%2Fspan%3E%201%2F29%2F2028\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">AFIG 2026 Guidelines</a> (PDF)</li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://grants. pa.

gov/Login. aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">eGrants Application System</a> – <b>All applications must be submitted via this online tool</b></li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://files. dep.

state. pa. us/Energy/Office%20of%20Energy%20and%20Technology/OETDPortalFiles/GrantsLoansTaxCredits/AlternativeFuelsIncentiveGrant/AFIG/AFIG_Grant_Application_Instructions.

docx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">AFIG eGrants Step-by-Step Guide: Instructions for the Online Application</a> (Word)</li>\r\n<li><a href=\"https://greenport. pa. gov/elibrary/GetDocument?

docId=10119934&DocName=ALTERNATIVE%20FUELS%20INCENTIVE%20GRANT%202025%20PROJECT%20SPECIFIC%20INSTRUCTIONS. PDF%20%20%3Cspan%20style%3D%22color%3Agreen%3B%22%3E%3C%2Fspan%3E%20%3Cspan%20style%3D%22color%3Ablue%3B%22%3E(NEW)%3C%2Fspan%3E%209%2F24%2F2027\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">AFIG Project Specific Step-by-Step Guide</a> (PDF)</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h2>New This Round</h2>\r\n<p style=\"font-size: 1.

0em;\">Changes to the program for 2026 include:</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>Class 1 and 2 vehicle projects are eligible for a maximum award of $7,500 per vehicle. </li>\r\n<li>Class 1 and 2 vehicle projects must have a minimum of two vehicles. </li>\r\n<li>Level 2 Electric Vehicle Service Equipment (ESVE) refueling projects must have a minimum of two (one dual charger) plugs per project, be capable of providing a minimum of 7.

2 kW output electric power at each plug, concurrently (no power sharing) and use SAE J1772 or North American Charging Standard (NACS) compliant plugs. </li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<h2>2026 AFIG Priorities for Grant Funding:</h2>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>New applicants that have not previously been funded through AFIG</li>\r\n<li>Projects located in or predominantly serving Environmental Justice (EJ) areas (https://www. pa.

gov/agencies/dep/public-participation/office-of-environmental-justice)</li>\r\n<li>Counties, townships, municipalities, and public‑school districts</li>\r\n<li>Entities that provide services to seniors, low‑income individuals and families, individuals with disabilities, veterans, or medical services of any type</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p>The Department of Environmental Protection values working with partners who share our view that diversity and equity are integral to success in restoring and protecting the environment for all Pennsylvanians.

As we work to demonstrably improve the inclusivity of our programs and processes, we also encourage our partners to pursue increased inclusivity in their operations. In this way, Pennsylvania's natural resources are best protected as "the common property of all the people," as identified in our state constitution. </p>\r\n"}}"> The program is anticipated to reopen in winter 2027.

​​A lternative Fuels Incentive Grants AFIG has approximately $5 million in funding available to school districts, municipalities, nonprofit organizations, and businesses in Pennsylvania that want to transition to cleaner fuel transportation. Applicants will be eligible for a maximum grant award across all applications of $500,000. Individual application awards are still capped at $300,000.

Supported alternative fuels include electricity, compressed natural gas, liquefied natural gas, propane, hydrogen, hythane, biodiesel, ethanol, methanol, and other advanced biofuels.

Grant funding covers: Incremental costs related to retrofitting vehicles to operate on alternative fuels; Incremental costs to purchase alternative fuel vehicles; Cost to purchase and install the necessary fleet-refueling or home-refueling equipment for alternative fuel vehicles; Cost to perform research, training, development, and demonstration of new applications or next-phase technology related to alternative fuel vehicles.

2026 AFIG Details and Instructions AFIG 2026 Guidelines (PDF) eGrants Application System – All applications must be submitted via this online tool AFIG eGrants Step-by-Step Guide: Instructions for the Online Application (Word) AFIG Project Specific Step-by-Step Guide (PDF) Changes to the program for 2026 include: Class 1 and 2 vehicle projects are eligible for a maximum award of $7,500 per vehicle.

Class 1 and 2 vehicle projects must have a minimum of two vehicles. Level 2 Electric Vehicle Service Equipment (ESVE) refueling projects must have a minimum of two (one dual charger) plugs per project, be capable of providing a minimum of 7. 2 kW output electric power at each plug, concurrently (no power sharing) and use SAE J1772 or North American Charging Standard (NACS) compliant plugs.

2026 AFIG Priorities for Grant Funding: New applicants that have not previously been funded through AFIG Projects located in or predominantly serving Environmental Justice (EJ) areas (https://www. pa.

gov/agencies/dep/public-participation/office-of-environmental-justice) Counties, townships, municipalities, and public‑school districts Entities that provide services to seniors, low‑income individuals and families, individuals with disabilities, veterans, or medical services of any type The Department of Environmental Protection values working with partners who share our view that diversity and equity are integral to success in restoring and protecting the environment for all Pennsylvanians.

As we work to demonstrably improve the inclusivity of our programs and processes, we also encourage our partners to pursue increased inclusivity in their operations. In this way, Pennsylvania's natural resources are best protected as "the common property of all the people," as identified in our state constitution.

Municipal Electric Vehicle Education Program Electric Vehicle Guidebook for Pennsylvania Municipalities The Alternative Fuels Incentive Grant Program (AFIG) was established under Act 166 of 1992 to help create new markets for alternative fuels in Pennsylvania, increasing energy security and improving air quality.

The program invests in the deployment of alternative fuel vehicles, fleets, refueling infrastructure, and technologies, as funded projects build markets for advanced, renewable, and alternative energy transportation 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 quality of life in Pennsylvania. AFIG has approximately $5 million in funding per year available to school districts, municipalities, nonprofit organizations, and businesses in Pennsylvania that want to transition to cleaner fuel transportation.

Supported alternative fuels include electricity, compressed natural gas, liquefied natural gas, propane, hydrogen, hythane, biodiesel, ethanol, methanol, and other advanced biofuels.

Grant funding covers: Incremental costs related to retrofitting vehicles to operate on alternative fuels; Incremental costs to purchase alternative fuel vehicles; Cost to purchase and install the necessary fleet-refueling or home-refueling equipment for alternative fuel vehicles; Cost to perform research, training, development, and demonstration of new applications or next-phase technology related to alternative fuel vehicles.

For project and funding inquiries, please contact: Josh Dziubek, Energy Programs Office, at jdziubek@pa. gov or (717) 705-0374. AFIG 2022 Informational Webinar The DEP Energy Programs Office held an informational webinar on the 2022 Alternative Fuels Incentive Grant Program at 2 PM EDT on Tuesday, August 16, 2022.

Webinar recording . (MP4) The discussion includes questions from attendees. View the presentation slides: ( PowerPoint with notes ) | ( PDF ) Read the webinar transcript .

(PDF) This webinar is intended for all audiences interested in applying for the Alternative Fuels Incentive Grant (AFIG). The webinar provides an overview of the AFIG program, as well as information on eligibility, types of projects funded, how to apply, changes to the program for 2022, and application best practices. Please see our profiles on Nelson Business Enterprises and Pocono Mountain School District .

These are just two of many AFIG-funded clean transportation project success stories. More are under development. “Scranton is known as the Electric City, and we strive to earn that name again over the coming years.

We're grateful for these DEP funds, which will help us build toward our goal of a more sustainable energy future. ” -- Mayor Paige Cognetti, on the first AFIG funding provided to the City of Scranton for electric vehicles and chargers "Delaware County is reducing its greenhouse gas emissions through the development of a holistic sustainability and climate action plan.

Investing in electric vehicles and charging infrastructure is a critical part of this plan. ” – Chief Sustainability Officer Francine Locke, on receiving a grant for the largest fleet electrification project the AFIG program has supported to date “Allegheny County has been converting our vehicle fleet to electric since early 2020 to reduce tailpipe emissions and air pollution and reduce our carbon footprint.

We’ve been fortunate to have received multiple AFIG awards that have supported our efforts, and look forward to continuing to partner with the Department of Environmental Protection, and joining so many other entities in the transition to cleaner vehicles.

” – Sustainability Manager Brittany Prischak Helpful Tools for Applicants Electric Vehicles in Pennsylvania Fact Sheet (PDF) 2021 Pennsylvania Electric Vehicle Roadmap (PDF) This map shows locations of electric vehicle charging and compressed natural gas, liquified natural gas, and E85 (gasoline containing 85% ethanol) refueling stations in Pennsylvania that were supported by Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Commonwealth Finance Authority, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and private funds.

Alternative Fuel Refueling Sites Find locations in Pennsylvania, or across the country, that offer the following alternative fuel types: compressed natural gas, liquified propane gas, electric charging, liquified natural gas, ethanol (e85), and methanol (m85).

Alternative Fuels Data Center This site lists vehicles available from manufacturers, national refueling information, emission reduction demonstration studies, and more information. The Alternative Fuel Life-Cycle Environmental and Economic Transportation (AFLEET) Tool. This online version of AFLEET compares new alternative fuel vehicles to gasoline (light-duty) and diesel (heavy-duty) vehicles.

A website designed to help you understand and acquire AFVs. The U.S. Department of Energy and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency have jointly developed a new website that allows consumers easy access to fuel economy data. Use this calculator from the U.S. Department of Energy to compare alternative fuel vehicles with their gasoline-only counterparts.

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