Diesel Emissions Mitigation Program

CT Grant Program commercial local government nonprofit schools state government tribal government institutional

Administered by: Department of Energy and Environmental Protection

Quick Summary

Connecticut's Diesel Emissions Mitigation Program, funded through the Volkswagen Settlement, offers grants to replace diesel vehicles and equipment with electric or alternative fuel options. If you operate school buses, medium/heavy-duty trucks, transit buses, or non-road equipment, you may qualify for up to 60% of the purchase cost as a privately-owned entity; government entities can receive up to 65%. Contact [email protected] or visit the program website for current application deadlines and to submit your application.

AI-generated summary • Updated 7/12/2026

Program Details

Program ID: 22408
Last Updated: 3/6/2023

Eligibility

Eligible Sectors

commercial local government nonprofit schools state government tribal government institutional

Eligible Technologies

medium-duty electric vehicles heavy-duty electric vehicles off-road electric vehicles electric school buses electric transit buses level-2 electric vehicle service equipment direct current fast charging equipment

Program Summary

Connecticut's Diesel Emissions Mitigation Program provides funding to replace diesel vehicles and equipment.

The program has had several rounds of funding, and it most recently accepted applications for the first round of Light Duty Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Program funding through September 30, 2022. See program website above for more information.

Contact & Resources

Contact Email

[email protected]

Additional Resources

https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/Air/Mobile-Sources/VW/VW-Settlement---Grants

Please verify current program details with the administering agency before making any financial decisions.