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Grants for Alternative Fuel Vehicles and Conversion Systems

The Light-Duty Motor Vehicle Purchase or Lease Incentive Program provides grants for purchasing or leasing new vehicles or conversion systems, powered by alternative fuel. See below for details about eligibility and how to apply.

Accepting Applications Soon

We expect to begin accepting applications in October 2023—subject to change. Join our email list to get updates.

Manufacturers: use the Adding Vehicles or Conversion Systems to the Eligible Vehicles List page.

How to Apply

Step 1 Determine if you are eligible

Eligible applicants: Individuals, corporations, organizations, governments, or governmental subdivisions or agencies, business trusts, partnerships, or any other legal entity.

Eligible projects:

  • Vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating of 10,000 pounds or less, such as cars, and small- or medium-sized trucks. Must be:
    • purchased or leased new
    • operate on compressed natural gas, liquified petroleum gas (propane), hydrogen fuel cell, electric drive (plug-in or plug-in hybrid)
  • Conversion systems for compressed natural gas or propane.

Eligible areas: Texas

Review documents to ensure eligibility:

Note: Link to document below will be added once grant program is open.

  • Example Request for Grant Applications

Step 2 Collect and fill out forms and documents

Note: Links to documents below will be added once grant program is open.

  • Example Application Form (TCEQ-20684)
  • Copy of completed Application for Texas Title and Registration or copy of title and registration documents
  • Copy of completed and executed proof of purchase or lease agreement (invoice, bill of sale, purchase order, lease document, etc.) signed by the buyer and seller
  • IRS Form W-9

If applicable:

  • Example Reservation Form (TCEQ-20930) must be completed and submitted by dealer if your vehicle is on order
  • Copy of a state or federal identification card (driver's license, passport, etc.)
  • Copy of conversion invoice
  • Proof of payment for the conversion system
  • Photo of engine plate or EPA certification sticker

Remember:

  • Sign or initial where indicated.
  • Provide all information requested.
  • Enter only one name as the applicant legal name (must match name on the W-9).

Step 3 Submit your forms and documents

Regular Mail

TCEQ
Air Grants Division
LDPLIP, MC-204
P.O. Box 13087
Austin, TX 78711-3087

Express Mail

TCEQ
Air Grants Division
LDPLIP, MC-204
12100 Park 35 Circle
Building F, 1st Floor, Suite 1301
Austin, TX 78753

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