Grants for Alternative Fuel Government Fleets
The Governmental Alternative Fuel Fleet Grant Program (GAFF) provides funding to purchase or lease new vehicles that operate primarily on compressed natural gas (CNG), liquefied natural gas (LNG), liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), hydrogen (fuel cells), or electricity—including fully electric and plug-in hybrids.
Now Accepting Applications
We are accepting applications for grants through 5 p.m. CT, Feb. 5, 2025.
Limited funding available. This is a competitive grant based on criteria described in the Request for Grant Applications below.
How to Apply
Step 1 Determine if you are eligible
Eligible applicants
- State agencies, counties, municipalities, school districts, junior college districts, river authorities, water or other special districts, or other political subdivisions.
- Must operate a fleet of more than 15 motor vehicles.
Eligible projects
TCEQ will award GAFF grants on a competitive basis to purchase or lease new on-road vehicles that operate using the following alternative fuels:
- compressed natural gas (CNG)
- liquefied natural gas (LNG)
- liquefied petroleum gas (LPG)
- hydrogen (fuel cells)
- electricity (including fully electric and plug-in hybrids)
Up to 10% of awarded funds may be granted for the purchase, lease, or installation of refueling infrastructure or equipment, or refueling services in conjunction with an eligible vehicle purchase or lease with the same alternative fuel type.
Eligible areas
Grants will be made available statewide, but priority will be given to projects in or near a nonattainment area or in an affected county. See the Request for Grant Applications for a detailed list.
Nonattainment and Affected Counties Map
Review documents to ensure eligibility
Step 2 Estimate your grant amount
TCEQ has established pre-determined grant amounts for the purchase or lease of new motor vehicles. Amounts per vehicle are provided below by vehicle class:
- Class 1 vehicles: $17,000
- Class 2-3 vehicles: $23,000
- Class 4-6 vehicles: $40,000
- Class 7-8 vehicles, school buses, and transit buses: $80,000
Step 3 Collect documents and complete applicable forms
Step 4 Submit your application
Applications must be completed and submitted electronically through the TERP Online Single-Use Non-CROMERR Submission System (SUNSS).
- Review the online application instructions.
- Complete the online application.
- Upload IRS Form W-9 and other required attachments (if applicable).