Over $3 Million Available for Projects that Improve Air Quality in Placer County

Placer County Air District Now Accepting Grant Applications

The Placer County Air Pollution Control District (PCAPCD) is accepting applications for projects that reduce localized air pollution. This year's Clean Air Grant program boasts over $3 million in grant funds for projects that replace vehicles or equipment with the cleanest engines available or install infrastructure projects that support California's transformation towards zero and near-zero emission technologies. The PCAPCD will begin accepting applications April 1, 2024 and will continue until 5 PM on May 31, 2024.

With funding from the California Air Resources Board's Carl Moyer and Community Air Protection Incentive Programs, and other state and local funds, Clean Air Grants reduce emissions of smog-forming pollutants in excess of those required by regulation. This reduces localized air pollution and improves air quality. A portion of the funds are reserved for projects located within or benefiting low-income communities. Eligible grant project categories include:

• Heavy-duty off-road equipment replacements (agricultural and small off-road fleets only)
• EV charging and CNG or hydrogen fueling stations (residential not eligible)
• Public school bus replacements (diesel to diesel, CNG, or electric)
• Heavy-duty vehicle replacements, such as transit buses and garbage trucks (diesel to diesel, CNG, or electric)
• Agricultural pump replacements (diesel to electric)

All vehicles and equipment must be in compliance with current regulations in order to apply.

Project applications will be reviewed on a competitive basis and must meet funding eligibility criteria. Applications may be submitted by email to [email protected], or by mail/hand-delivered to the PCAPCD office at 110 Maple Street, Auburn, CA 95603. Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted.

To learn more or download a grant application, visit the PCAPCD's website at https://placerair.org/1739/Clean-Air-Grant-Program.