Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust Program
Quick Summary
This program is not designed for homeowners. It funds replacement or repowering of commercial and industrial diesel vehicles and equipment—such as Class 4-8 trucks, school buses, transit buses, and off-road equipment like forklifts and port cargo handlers—with cleaner alternatives including electric vehicles. If your organization operates eligible fleets, contact Indiana's Department of Environmental Management Office of Air Quality to learn about application requirements.
AI-generated summary • Updated 7/12/2026
Program Details
- Program ID
- 22601
- Last Updated
- 3/21/2024
Eligibility
Program Summary
The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) allocates a portion of the Volkswagen (VW) Environmental Mitigation Trust funds for the replacement or repower of eligible on- and off-road vehicles and equipment. Eligible on-road vehicles and equipment include Class 4-8 trucks and Class 4-8 school, shuttle, and public transit buses. Eligible off-road vehicles and equipment include airport ground support equipment, ferries, forklifts, port cargo handling equipment, and freight-switcher locomotives. All vehicles and equipment must be certified or verified by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources Board. Applicants proposing alternative fuel equipment or vehicle projects must identify the availability of fueling infrastructure. Additional terms and conditions apply. Information from AFDC.The 2024 Request for Proposals includes approximately $4.5 million in total funding, with individual awards in the range of $50,000 to $1 million.
Contact & Resources
Please verify current program details with the administering agency before making any financial decisions.