The North Carolina Division of Air Quality (DAQ) administers the Mobile Sources Emissions Reduction Program to fund the replacement of older diesel vehicles with cleaner alternatives. These grants are funded by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) program. The goal of the program is to achieve signification reductions in diesel emissions, including nitrogen oxides (NOx) and greenhouse gases.
For 2024, approximately $1,128,489 is available in the program to replace diesel vehicles. Based on the number of proposals received and the available funding, DAQ will reserve the right to award less than the total amount requested in any application.
Mobile Sources Emissions Reduction Grants can fund a wide range of projects. Projects include:
- Repowering on-road and nonroad equipment with newer, cleaner engines
- Replacing old on-road and nonroad equipment with new, cleaner vehicles
- Converting vehicles to run on alternative fuels
- Expanding medium and heavy duty electric vehicle usage throughout the state
Any private or public sector entity with a physical presence in North Carolina is eligible to apply. All original equipment or vehicles must be operational in the previous two years and the replacement equipment or vehicle must be operated at least 70% in North Carolina for the next 5 years.
For full details including project eligibility, eligible locations and funding levels, refer to the Request for Proposals (RFP):
2024 Mobile Source Emissions Reduction RFP
Use our DERA Eligibility tool to determine project eligibility and cost share requirements.
2024 Grant Timeline
| Task | Date |
|---|---|
| Request for Proposals released and applications open | October 15, 2024 |
| RFP and DAQ Grant Management System - Question and Answer Webinar | October 24, 2024 |
| How to Apply - Question and Answer Webinar | November 4, 2024 |
| Requests submitted for DAQ Grants Management System guaranteed access by December 31, 2024 | December 9, 2024 |
| Application closes in DAQ Grant Management System | December 31, 2024 |
| Application review and project selection | January - February 2025 |
| Award Notifications | March 2025 |
| Contract processing | April - May 2025 |
| Project Completion | September 30, 2026 |
Program RFP Webinar
A webinar on the 2024 Mobile Sources Emissions Reduction Program Request for Proposals was held on October 24, 2024, from 2-3 p.m. for interested stakeholders. During this webinar, staff discussed the RFP and the requirements and answered questions regarding the 2024 Mobile Sources Emissions Reduction Program Request for Proposals and the application. View the presentation slides and webinar recording below.
How to Apply Webinar
A webinar on the 2024 Mobile Sources Emissions Reduction Program Request for Proposals will be held on November 4, 2024, from 2-3 p.m., for interested applicants. For this webinar, we encourage all participants to have all required information and documents needed to apply, as well as to have been granted access to the NCDAQ Grant Management System.
Webinar will provide step-by-step instruction for how to fill in the application, how to upload documents, and how to submit your application. The webinar will also briefly introduce the requirements to receive reimbursement for submitting a claim once the project has been completed. There will also be substantial time devoted to answering questions about the program and application, as well as best practices and where to find help and assistance throughout all stages from application to award.
Registration is required to participate.
Application Process
Applications, any required attachments, and supporting documentation must be submitted electronically using our online DAQ Grant Management System (GMS) website to be considered for funding. Incomplete applications will be returned. This application and any supplemental information provided will serve as the primary means by which all funding requests are evaluated and approved or denied.
If you have any questions about this RFP or the application process, please contact NCDEQ at daq.NC_VWGrants@deq.nc.gov with subject title: “Community and Destination ZEV Infrastructure RFP” prior to submitting your application and well in advance of the deadline to submit.
Documents & Resources
Application materials
When the vehicle spreadsheet opens in your browser, download and save to your computer using the name format: YourOrganization_ProjectTitle_DERA_Application.
Sample Documents
A sample application from data entered into the DAQ Grants Management System and Vehicle Spreadsheet are provided below.
Resources
- Use our DERA Eligibility tool to determine project eligibility and cost share requirements.
- Register for an NCID
- Register for an EPA Diesel Emissions Quantifier account