CARB’s updated incentive plan focuses on getting small businesses and fleets into zero-emissions technology

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) today approved a $34.94 million incentives funding plan that will continue support ongoing efforts to increase access to medium- and heavy-duty zero-emission trucks, buses, and equipment, with a focus on small businesses.

The 2024-25 Funding Plan for Clean Transportation Incentivesincreases funding for small businesses that want to modernize their fleets with cleaner vehicles, including assistance for rentals, leases and truck loans. The funding plan allocates existing legislative funds toward incentive projects that support the state's air quality and climate goals, including for marine vessels, emerging technologies and zero-emission off-road equipment, such as freight, construction and agricultural equipment.

The approved plan also maintains a commitment to address environmental inequities and provides a boost to businesses that need the most support, with at least 60% of funding focused on bolstering equitable outcomes.

"The funding plan reflects the outcomes necessary to advance the state's clean air goals, which includes continuing support for small businesses that may face financial obstacles getting into zero-emission options," said CARB Chair Liane Randolph. "Reducing pollution requires that every Californian have access to the cleanest technology available."

The funding plan was informed by an extensive outreach process to help determine priorities. Highlights include:

• $5 million for the Zero-Emission Truck Loan Pilotproject to help fleets purchase zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty trucks. The project is offered in partnership with the California Energy Commission, which provides loan support for charging and other zero-emission fueling infrastructure.
• $14.97 million for the Innovative Small e-Fleet Pilot Project, which provides vouchers for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles for small businesses and other organizations with 20 or fewer vehicles.
• $14.97 million for the Clean Off-Road Equipment Projectthat helps businesses purchase zero-emission off-road equipment such as forklifts and cargo loaders.

CARB's incentives projects are designed to encourage adoption of zero-emission options and have successfully supported technological advancements and encouraged the market to move toward cleaner options.
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