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Innovative Small E-Fleet Pilot Project is sponsored by California Air Resources Board (CARB). This program provides vouchers and incentives for small fleet electrification, specifically for medium- and heavy-duty zero-emission vehicles. It also offers incentives for charging infrastructure.
Nonprofit organizations that own 20 or fewer trucks or buses operating in California are eligible.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Small fleets (companies, nonprofits, public agencies, or independent owner-operators) that own 20 or fewer trucks or buses operating in California. Nonprofits and government fleets are exempt from the annual revenue cap of less than $15 million. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows varies, up to $420,000 per vehicle (dependent on other state funding). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Innovative Small E-Fleet Pilot Project is funded by California Air Resources Board (CARB). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in California. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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