Zero-Emission Freight and Marine Projects
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Getting Started
The ZEFM Program Solicitation is OPEN and accepting applications.
Please follow the Solicitation Guidance closely for eligibility requirements, and evaluation criteria, and application instructions.
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Funding Available
The California VW Mitigation Trust has allocated $35 million in funding for zero-emission freight and marine projects.
The thermometer to the right illustrates roughly $25 million remains available.
Please refer to the Results page for complete program awards.
Available Funds
Guide to a Successful Application
Program Introduction
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Slides: Zero-Emission Freight & Marine OverviewPDF
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Video: Program Overview
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Video: Reasons to Apply
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Video: Funding and Eligibility
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Video: Funding and Eligibility Examples
Application Documents
Instructional Videos
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Video: Portal Registration and Accounts
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Video: Functions of the Grants Management Portal
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Completing the Application
Questions? See additional resources below:
How is funding calculated?
For illustration only. Refer to guidance for further details
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References:
Third Solicitation Guidance (9/29/2022)
Second Solicitation Guidance (5/12/2021-3/22/2022)
- Guidance version dated September 28, 2021: update to solicitation deadline reflecting extension date (p. 17).
- Guidance version dated May 28, 2021: new text added to explain zero-emission certification or approval (p. 5).
- Guidance version dated May 17, 2021: removal of previous language about zero-emission certification or approval (p. 5)
- Guidance version dated May 12, 2021
If you have questions about the guidance or need assistance, please contact us at [email protected] or call us at 1-844-9VW-FUND.
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