As a service to our members, CTE continually tracks state funding opportunities that could be of potential interest to our members. CTE monitors and updates the latest funding options in each state, providing direct and timely information to transportation professionals, industry leaders, and stakeholders. 

Background and Award Information

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California - The California Energy Commission has issued a Grant Funding Opportunity (GFO), Implementation of Medium- and Heavy-Duty (MDHD) Zero-Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Blueprints 2.0, for projects developed and identified in GFO-20-601Blueprints for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Zero-Emission Vehicle Infrastructure. Eligible applicants include all previously funded GFO-20-601 awardees and case study participants identified within the completed blueprints. Applicants who previously received funding under GFO-23-603 Implementation of MDHD ZEV Infrastructure Blueprints  may propose projects pertaining to a different site and supporting infrastructure for a different fleet identified in the blueprint. Up to $20 million in funding is available with up to $7.5 million available to individual recipients. Applications are due June 6, 2025.

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Update: The California Volkswagen Mitigation Trust’s Zero-Emission Freight and Marine Program deadline has been extended, and applications continue to be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until all available funding is exhausted..

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Connecticut - The Connecticut Department of Energy & Environmental Protection is seeking proposals for a project administrator to oversee the planning, procurement, design and construction, and installation of 96 DC fast charge and eight dual-port Level 2 electric vehicle chargers in seven Connecticut municipalities. Applicants should demonstrate experience implementing Federal Highway Administration design-build construction projects.A preference will be provided for entities also familiar with electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) construction projects. There are no restrictions on applicant eligibility. Applications are due April 30, 2025.

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Massachusetts - The Massachusetts Clean Energy Technology Center (MassCEC) seeks proposals for projects that improve energy efficiency, reduce carbon emissions, or mitigate impacts of climate change at eligible public kindergarten through twelfth grade  school districts and educational collaboratives in Massachusetts. A total of $52.5 million in grant funding is available as part of MassCEC’s Green School Works program, with awards ranging from a minimum of $50,000 to a maximum of $5 million. Eligible schools must serve a significant percentage of students from low-income families. Applications are due April 30, 2025.

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New York - The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) seeks a contractor or a team of contractors to assist NYSERDA with electric school bus work, including technical analysis, project management and stakeholder engagement for a three-year period. This work will support NYSERDA’s effort to facilitate the transition to zero-emission school buses across public school districts in New York State. A total of $1 million in funding is available and will be granted as a single award. Applications are due May 14, 2025.

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Tennessee - The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation has released its fifth solicitation for projects under the Volkswagen Diesel Settlement Environmental Mitigation Trust. The program will provide financial assistance to public, non-profit, and private fleets in Tennessee to replace eligible medium- and heavy-duty vehicles with cleaner alternatives, including zero-emission vehicles. A total of $19.4 million in funding is available for eligible projects. Applications are due June 13, 2025. 

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Wendy Morgan ([email protected]).

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