VW Settlement Phase 1-Diesel Program
Diesel Bus and Vehicle Programs
The application deadline has passed for the North Carolina Volkswagen Settlement Program Phase 1 Diesel Bus and Vehicle Programs and the Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program - DC Fast Charging Stations.
NC DEQ solicited applications for two grant programs the Diesel Bus and Vehicle Program and Zero Emissions Vehicle Infrastructure Program. These programs were part of the North Carolina VW Settlement Phase 1 Program using the state’s allocation of the Volkswagen Mitigation Settlement.
In Phase 1 of the program, $24.5 million in funds was allocated to the Diesel Bus and Vehicle Program to assist interested parties to mitigate NOx emissions by replacing or repowering older diesel heavy-duty vehicles and equipment. Additionally, $3.4 million in funds was allocated to the Zero Emissions Vehicle Infrastructure Program to increase the installation of direct current fast-charging stations for electric vehicles primarily along identified priority corridors on North Carolina interstates and pending interstates. Applications for both programs were accepted until September 30, 2019.
The table below shows the number of applications accepted and evaluated for eligibility and completeness.
NC VW Phase 1 Application Summary
Program | Number of Applications Received | VW Funds Available | Total VW Funds Requested | Total Project Costs for all Applications |
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DC Fast Charging Program | 55 | $3,451,712 | $5,870,574 | $7,728,859 |
Off-Road Program DERA Program | 3 | $3,068,189 | $2,121,810 | $2,132,810 |
3 | $349,072 | $913,663 | ||
On-Road Program | 33 | $3,068,189 | $13,225,752 | $15,878,157 |
School Bus Program | 8 | $12,272,755 | $13,951,237 | $14,484,537 |
Transit/Shuttle Bus Program | 14 | $6,136,377 | $16,681,069 | $23,483,193 |
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Total | 116 | $27,997,222 | $52,199,514 | $64,621,219 |
Approximately $24.5 million of the $30.7 million will be available in Phase 1 for Diesel Bus and Vehicle Programs. These programs are designed to achieve significant reductions in diesel emissions.
- 40% (approx. $12.2 million) to be spent on school bus replacements
- 20% (approx. $6 million) designated for transit bus replacements
- 10% for heavy-duty on-road equipment replacement projects
- 10% for heavy-duty off-road equipment replacement projects.
To be notified for future Phase 2 announcements, please send an email with "Subscribe" in the subject line to daq.nc_vwgrants@deq.nc.gov.
Eligibility:
Phase 1 funding focused on public sector needs. Eligible projects were submitted by:
- Local, state and tribal government organizations,
- Public or private nonprofit organizations, and
- Public/private partnerships where the lead applicant represents a public sector or a public or private non-profit.
For Full details, read the
Documents and Workshops
Application Video Tutorial
Before you download the application, check your eligibility in the RFP
For projects with buses, vehicles or equipment operating in more than one county, please download and use the Multi-County Fleet Application.
Download the Multi-County Fleet Application
When the application opens in your browser, download and save to your computer using the name format: YourOrganization_ProjectTitle_VWDiesel_Application.
When the spreadsheet opens in your browser, download and save to your computer using the name format: YourOrganization_ProjectTitle_VWDiesel_Application.
Download Required Attachments Checklist
This checklist includes all the required attachments for applications.
Helpful Documents
How to create a digital signature
Send Questions to DAQ VW Grants
- Read the RFP and check your project eligibility before applying
- Register for an NCID
- Register for an EPA Diesel Emissions Quantifier account
The Division of Air Quality (DAQ) conducted several technical workshops across the state to facilitate grant applications for the Request for Projects (RFP) under the VW Mitigation Plan.
Diesel Bus and Vehicle Awardee Webinar
March 30, 2021, Claims Webinar Recording
The Division of Air Quality (DAQ) conducted a technical workshop to facilitate reimbursement claims for the Diesel Bus & Vehicle Program awardees.
March 30, 2021 - Diesel Bus & Vehicle Program Claims Webinar Presentation
Claims Documentation Checklist
March 30, 2021 Claims Webinar Recording