NJDEP: It Pay$ to Plug In Grant
State of New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection
Funding Amount
Unspecified amount in in-kind support
Deadline
Deadline not published
Grant Type
State
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Other requirements
- To be eligible for the Program, an applicant must meet the following conditions:Be licensed to do business in New Jersey, including businesses, government entities, non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and multi-unit dwellings (apartments, condominiums, and townhouses).
- The applicant must register for a Vendor ID from NJStart or submit a copy of their NJ W9 to be submitted to NJ Treasury.
- The applicant must comply with the requirements in the Certification Checklist and the Deadlines Acknowledgement Form provided through the SAGE Portal.
- The applicant may be asked to provide access to the charging stations for site visits by program staff to verify installation.
Not eligible / not funded
- Not eligible: Private residential dwellings other than multi-unit dwellings are not eligible for grants.
Overview
The NJDEP: It Pay$ to Plug In Grant offers financial support for the acquisition and upkeep of electric vehicle charging stations. Aimed at expanding New Jersey's electric vehicle infrastructure, this initiative encourages residents, businesses, and government entities to transition to electric vehicles, which significantly lower emissions and enhance air quality. In honor of Earth Day, approximately $7.6 million will be allocated for fast chargers, utilizing VW settlement funds and additional financial resources.
NOTE: Applications for Level 1 and Level 2 charging stations are being accepted now and will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis.
Electric Vehicle Charging Solicitation
It Pay$ to Plug In provides grants to offset the cost of purchasing and maintaining electric vehicle charging stations. The program is designed to expand New Jersey’s growing network of electric vehicle infrastructure, allowing residents, businesses, and government agencies to purchase and drive electric vehicles. EVs dramatically reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality for everyone.
In celebration of Earth Day and DEP’s 50th Celebration, the Department announced that it will dedicate ~$7.6 M to electric vehicle charging infrastructure prioritizing fast chargers using VW settlement funds and other funding sources as they become available.
Eligibility
To be eligible for the Program, an applicant must meet the following conditions:Be licensed to do business in New Jersey, including businesses, government entities, non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and multi-unit dwellings (apartments, condominiums, and townhouses).
Ineligibility
Private residential dwellings other than multi-unit dwellings are not eligible for grants.
Focus Areas & Funding Uses
Fields of Work
- Energy efficiency
- Environment
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