Clean Off-Road Equipment Voucher Incentive Project
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What does it fund?
Vouchers are used to purchase an array of zero-emission off-road equipment such as forklifts, transport refrigeration units, construction and agricultural equipment.
What are the possible incentive amounts?
Current Voucher Amounts
Equipment Type | Potential Voucher | Potential Infrastructure Enhancement |
|---|---|---|
Truck and Trailer-mounted TRUs | Up to $65,000 | Up to $9,000 |
Large Forklifts | Up to $1,000,000 | Up to $30,000 |
Cargo Handling Equipment | Up to $1,000,000 | Up to $30,000 |
Airport Cargo Loaders | Up to $100,000 | Up to $30,000 |
Wide-Body Aircraft Tugs | Up to $200,000 | Up to $30,000 |
Railcar Movers and Freight Locomotives | Up to $1,000,000 | Up to $30,000 |
Mobile Power Units and Aircraft Ground Power Units | Up to $300,000 | Up to $30,000 |
Commercial Harbor Craft Shore-Side Electric and Hydrogen Fueling Vessel Supply Equipment | Up to $100,000 | N/A |
Construction Equipment | Up to $500,000 | Up to $30,000 |
Agricultural Equipment | Up to $500,000 | Up to $30,000 |
Commercial Harbor Craft | Up to $1,000,000 | Up to $100,000 |
Who is eligible for funds?
Small businesses and public agencies. Small businesses are defined by Government Code Section 14837 (d) (1) (A) as: [An] independently owned and operated business that is not dominant in its field of operation, the principal office of which is located in California, the officers of which are domiciled in California, and which, together with affiliates, has 100 or fewer employees, and average annual gross receipts of ten million dollars ($10,000,000) or less over the previous three years, or is a manufacturer, as defined in subdivision (c), with 100 or fewer employees. Commencing January 1, 2019, the average annual gross receipts threshold shall be fifteen million dollars ($15,000,000).
Are there recent policy changes?
During the Board Meeting on November 21, 2024, CARB adopted changes to the CORE program to direct funding to small businesses and public agencies; graduate eligibility of mature zero-emission off-road terminal tractors used at freight facilities to scrap-and-replace funding programs; increase voucher amounts for the largest forklifts with a lift capacity of 54,001 pounds and greater; and streamline the equipment eligibility application process.
How does this program provide benefits to priority populations?
This program provides benefits to priority populations by offering a 10 percent enhancement of the base voucher amount for equipment deployed in these communities, making clean technology more accessible and financially viable. By replacing diesel-powered equipment and vehicles with zero-emission alternatives, the program reduces local air pollution, leading to improved air quality and public health benefits.
How do I access funds?
Eligible purchasers can access funds by working with an approved dealer to submit a voucher request for eligible zero-emission vehicle and equipment technology. For detailed information on eligibility, participation steps, and program resources, visit the official website: Participate - Clean Off-Road Equipment Voucher Incentive Project.
Funding Sources
- Air Pollution Control Fund
- Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund