Resources to guide your transition to alternative fuels are increasing by the day.
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Learn about alternative fuels
The US Department of Energy’s Alternative Fuels Data Center offers a wealth of information for you to learn more.
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Station locations
Use this station locator to learn where you can charge up or fill your tank. You may be surprised how many stations are available for alternative fuels.
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Idaho laws and incentives
Learn about what incentives may be available to you as you transition to an alternative fuel vehicle. In addition, learn in what ways various laws may impact your experience as a user of alternative fuels.
Funding Opportunities
The EPA has announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity for approximately $2 billion dollars in Inflation Reduction Act funds for environmental and climate justice activities to benefit disadvantaged communities through projects that reduce pollution, increase community climate resilience, and build community capacity to address environmental and climate justice challenges.
Eligible Applicants:
Partnerships between two community-based non-profit organizations (CBOs)
Partnerships between a CBO and one of the following
Federally recognized tribe
Local government
Institution of higher education
Clean Vehicle Tax Credits
Vehicle Purchases for Personal Use
New Vehicles
Credit is up to $7,500 for a new, qualified plug-in or fuel cell EV
available to individuals and businesses
Vehicle must meet mineral and battery requirements
Must buy the vehicle for personal use in the U.S.
Learn more about the New Vehicle Tax by clicking here
Used Vehicles
Credit is for EV or fuel cell vehicles bought for under $25,000 or less, credit equals 30% of the sale price or maximum of $4,000
Car must be older than 2 years and bought from a qualified dealer for personal use
Learn more about the Used Vehicle Tax Credit by clicking here
Vehicle Purchases for Commercial Use
Through comparing the maximum credit amount, percentage basis, and incremental cost, the smallest figure is your tax credit amount
Businesses and tax exempt organizations qualify for credit, there is no limit on the number of credits your business can claim
Learn more about the Commercial Vehicle Tax Credit by clicking here
Inflation Reduction Act Community Change Grants Program
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Application Deadline:
November 21, 2024
Previous Webinars
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Air Quality and Motor Vehicle Emissions Testing in the Treasure Valley
Webinar recorded on 9.22.2022
David Luft with the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality gave a presentation on the current status of air quality in the Treasure Valley, the history and future of motor vehicle emission testing in the Valley, what has already occurred and what is expected to occur, and what the expected impacts to air quality will be based on the motor vehicle emission testing changes
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Electric Refuse Trucks in the Treasure Valley
Webinar recorded on 11.10.2022
Electric Refuse Trucks have made their way to the Treasure Valley, Idaho and the Treasure Valley Clean Cities Coalition teamed up with Republic Services to share their experience and answer questions.
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Renewable Diesel Introduction
Meeting recorded on 10.11.2024
Treasure Valley Clean Cities hosted a Renewable Diesel (RD99) introduction event with both in-person and virtual participation. We had in person and virtual attendees, representing Idaho Power, Boise State University, the City of Boise Fleet Services, Coeur d'Alene Tribe, WinCo Foods, Idaho Fish & Game, and more. The event covered technical specifications, performance data, production processes, environmental benefits, market trends, policy updates, and financial considerations. We’re excited to announce that RD99 is now available at Conrad & Bischoff in Nampa, ID, both at the pump and for delivery.
