All State Incentives & Laws

Alaska Incentives and Laws

Last Updated June 2007

State Incentives

There are currently no known State incentives offered in Alaska

State Laws and Regulations

Low-Speed Vehicle Access to Roadways

Low-speed vehicles are not permitted on highways with a maximum speed greater than 35 miles per hour (mph) but are permitted to cross a highway that has a maximum speed limit greater than 35 mph if the crossing is made at the intersection with a highway that is authorized for low-speed vehicle use. Operators of low-speed vehicles are subject to all traffic and other laws applicable to operators of passenger vehicles, including a biennial registration fee. A low-speed vehicle is defined as a motor vehicle that has four wheels, is capable of propelling itself and achieving a speed greater than 20 mph but not more than 25 mph, and that meets state and federal weight, equipment, and safety requirements. (Reference Alaska Statutes 28.10.041, 28.35.261, and 28.40.100)

Alternative Fuel Use

The state Department of Transportation (DOT) is required to consider using alternative fuels for automotive purposes whenever practicable. The DOT may participate in joint ventures with public or private partners that will foster the availability of alternative fuels for all consumers of automotive fuel. (Reference Alaska Statutes 44.42.020)

Utilities/Private Incentives

There are currently no known utility or private incentives offered in Alaska

Alaska Points of Contact:

NAME	AGENCY	TITLE	PHONE	FAX	EMAIL
Ernie Oakes	U.S. Department of Energy, Golden Field Office	Project Manager	(303) 275-4817	(303) 275-4830	ernie.oakes@go.doe.gov
Barbara Shepherd	State of Alaska Environmental Conservation - Air Nonpoint and Mobile Sources	Environmental Program Specialist	(907) 465-5176	(907) 465-5129	barbara.shepherd@alaska.gov
Cary Bolling	Alaska State Energy Office, Alaska Housing Finance Corporation	Energy Specialist	(907) 338-8164	(907) 338-1747	cbolling@ahfc.state.ak.us
Steve Morris	Municipality of Anchorage	Environmental Quality Program Manager	(907) 343-6976	(907) 343-4786	morrisss@muni.org
John Huzey	Municipality of Anchorage	Fleet and Facilities Manager	(907) 343-8312	(907) 343-8494	huzeyjm@muni.org
Craig Lyon	Anchorage Metropolitan Area Transportation Solutions (AMATS)	Transportation Planning Manager/AMATS Coordinator	(907) 343-7991	(907) 343-7998	lyonch@muni.org
Bonnie Richard	U.S. General Services Administration, Alaska Fleet Management Center	Alaska Fleet Manager	(907) 271-3940	(907) 271-3971	bonnie.richard@gsa.gov

Alabama Incentives and Laws

Last Updated August 2007

State Incentives

There are currently no known State incentives offered in Alabama

State Laws and Regulations

Alternative Fuels Promotion and Information

The Center for Alternative Fuels is established within the Department of Agriculture and Industries to promote alternative fuels as a viable energy source in the state. The Center will assess the current status and development of sources of alternative fuels, ensure that all alternative fuels sold in the state meet American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards, and act as an information center for alternative fuels and a clearinghouse for available federal grant funding for alternative fuel development. The Center will also administer a grant program funded by an income tax check-off program through the Alabama Alternative Fuels and Research Development Fund. (Reference House Bill 123, 2007)

Alternative Fuel Tax

The state road tax for vehicles that operate on liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and compressed natural gas (CNG) is paid through an annual flat-fee sticker and the amount is based on the vehicle's Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. Each person owning and/or operating a vehicle that operates on LPG must obtain an annual decal from the Alabama LPG Board. The decal must be affixed to the vehicle as directed by the LPG Board as proof that the flat fee has been paid. The issuance fee is $5 plus the decal fee. Owners of vehicles that are converted to operate on LPG must apply for a decal within 10 days of conversion or a 20% penalty will be applied to the decal fee. Out-of-state alternative fuel vehicle operators that purchase LPG or CNG within the state must pay the current Alabama motor fuel tax. The LPG or CNG dealer or supplier must remit these funds to the LPG Board before the 20th of the month following the date of sale. (Reference Code of Alabama Section 40-17-160 through 40-17-165)

Point of Contact

Marilyn Franklin/Barnie Gilliland
License and Fees Secretary
Liquefied Petroleum Gas Board
Phone (334) 242-5649
Fax (334) 240-3255
marilyn.franklin@lpgb.state.al.us

Utilities/Private Incentives

There are currently no known utility or private incentives offered in Alabama

Alabama Points of Contact:

NAME	AGENCY	TITLE	PHONE	FAX	EMAIL
Mark Bentley	Alabama Clean Fuels Coalition (Not Yet Designated)	Executive Director	(205) 402-2755	(205) 402-9907	mark@alabamacleanfuels.org
Keith Fordham	South Alabama Regional Planning Commission/Clean Cities of Lower Alabama (Not Yet Designated	Clean Cities Coordinator	(251) 232-0152 or (251) 343-6512	(251) 479-0655	keithvf@comcast.net
Steven Richardson	U.S. Department of Energy, National Energy Technology Laboratory	Project Manager	(304) 285-4185	(304) 285-4638	steven.richardson@netl.doe.gov
Kathy Hornsby	Alabama State Energy Office, Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs	Program Manager	(334) 242-5284	(334) 242-0552	kathy.hornsby@adeca.alabama.gov
Wes Phillips	Mobile Gas Service	Manager of Corporate Communications	(251) 450-4799	(251) 471-2588	wphillip@mobile-gas.com
Marilyn Franklin/Barnie Gilliland	Liquefied Petroleum Gas Board	License and Fees Secretary	(334) 242-5649	(334) 240-3255	marilyn.franklin@lpgb.state.al.us
Dale Aspy	U.S. Environmental Protection Agency	Environmental Engineer, Region 4 Air Planning Branch	(404) 562-9041	(404) 562-9019	aspy.dale@epa.gov
Wes Allen	U.S. General Services Administration	Transportation Specialist, Southeast Region	(404) 331-3052	(404) 331-1879	james.allen@gsa.gov

Arkansas Incentives and Laws

Last Updated March 2007

Arkansas is the proud home of the Central Arkansas Clean Cities Coalition. Coordinator contact information is listed in the Points of Contact section.

State Incentives

Alternative Fuel Grants

The Arkansas Alternative Fuels Development Fund includes three types of grant incentives available beginning January 1, 2007. The grants include capital and operation incentives for alternative fuel producers and feedstock processors, production incentives for feedstock producers, and distribution incentives for alternative fuels distributors. Alternative fuel producers can receive up to $0.20 per gallon of alternative fuels produced, not exceeding $2 million. Feedstock processors can receive up to $2 million for the construction, modification, alteration, or retrofitting of feedstock processing facilities that are located and operated in Arkansas. Alternative fuel distributors can receive $50,000 to assist with the distribution and storage of alternative fuels or alternative fuels mixture at distribution facilities that are located and operated in Arkansas. Funding is available through July 1, 2009. (Reference House Bill 1379 and 1845, 2007)

Idle Reduction Technology Loans

The Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality has a small business loan program that provides low-interest loans to Arkansas small businesses to institute pollution control measures as required by state and federal law or to institute pollution prevention measures that reduce the amount of pollution produced by businesses. Idle reduction technologies for heavy-duty trucking applications are eligible for this loan. An eligible business must employ no more than 100 individuals and demonstrate proof of profitability and the ability to repay the loan.

Point of Contact

Darren Morrissey
Loan Program
Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality
Phone (501) 682-0923 or (888) 233-0326
Fax (501) 682-0880
morrissey@adeq.state.ar.us
http://www.adeq.state.ar.us/poa/envloans.htm

Electric Vehicle (EV) Equipment and Fuel Cell Income Tax Credit

An income tax credit is available to Arkansas taxpayers to offset the costs of an Arkansas-based facility that designs, develops, or produces advanced technologies including EV equipment and fuel cells. The credit is equal to 50% of the amount spent during the taxable year to purchase or construct the facility, including land acquisition, infrastructure improvements, renovation, building improvements, machinery, and other manufacturing equipment. This credit does not apply to any portion of facility costs that were provided by federal, state, or local grants. (Reference Arkansas Code 15-4-2104 and 15-4-2105)

State Laws and Regulations

Biofuels Use Requirement

The Arkansas Alternative Fuels Development Act establishes an annual goal of 50 million gallons of alternative fuels produced at production facilities in the state by October 6, 2008. Furthermore, by January 1, 2009, all diesel-powered motor vehicles, light trucks, and equipment owned or leased by a state agency must be operated using diesel fuel that contains a minimum of 2% biofuels by volume. Waivers to the 2% biofuels standards for state agency vehicles may be granted if the fuel is not available in certain geographic area or if the fuel is at least $0.15 cents more expensive per gallon then the petroleum equivalent. The Arkansas Bureau of Standards will work to ensure fuel quality standards. (Reference Senate Bill 237, 2007)

Alternative Fuels Tax

Excise taxes on alternative fuels are imposed on a gasoline gallon equivalent basis. The tax rate for each type of alternative fuel is based on the number of motor vehicles licensed in the state that use each fuel type. (Reference Arkansas Code 26-62-201)

Natural Gas Metering

No user, including an alternative fuel supplier of natural gas fuels, who utilizes natural gas for residential or other tax-free purposes, is permitted to use natural gas fuels in motor vehicles unless the natural gas fuels are removed through a separate meter installed by the alternative fuels supplier for such purposes. (Reference Arkansas Code 26-62-203)

Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) User Permit

Any user of LNG or LPG as an alternative fuel in vehicles must apply for and obtain a liquefied gas special fuel user's permit for each vehicle owned and operating on LNG or LPG. Applications must be submitted to the Director of the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration. (Reference Arkansas Code 26-56-304)

Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) Tax

LPG as a motor fuel is taxed on a per vehicle basis through a yearly flat-fee special fuel user's permit. The amount of the fee is based on the vehicle's Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. (Reference Arkansas Code 26-56-301 and 26-56-304)

Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Conversion

Any individual or company who converts an AFV to operate on an alternative fuel must report the conversion to the Director of the Department of Finance and Administration within 10 days of the conversion. An owner or operator who fails to report such a conversion may be subject to a penalty. (Reference Arkansas Code 26-62-214)

Utilities/Private Incentives

There are currently no known utility or private incentives offered in Arkansas

Arkansas Points of Contact:

NAME	AGENCY	TITLE	PHONE	FAX	EMAIL
John R. Hoffpauer	Central Arkansas Clean Cities Coalition	Clean Cities Coordinator	(501) 372-3300	(501) 372-8060	john.hoffpauer@metroplan.org
Randy Thurman	Arkansas Environmental Federation/Central Arkansas Clean Cities Coalition	Executive Director/Clean Cities Coordinator	(501) 374-0263	(501) 374-8752	rthurman@environmentark.org
Neil Kirschner	U.S. Department of Energy, National Energy Technology Laboratory	Project Manager	(412) 386-5793		neil.kirschner@netl.doe.gov
Chris Benson	Arkansas Energy Office	Director	(800) 558-2633 or (501) 682-0865	(501) 682-2703	cbenson@1800arkansas.com
Mike Porta	Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality	Assistant Division Chief	(501) 682-0730	(501) 682-0753	porta@adeq.state.ar.us
Darren Morrissey	Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality	Loan Program	(501) 682-0923 or (888) 233-0326	(501) 682-0880	morrissey@adeq.state.ar.us
Sandra Rennie	U.S. Environmental Protection Agency	Mobile Source Team Leader, Region 6	(214) 665-7367	(214) 665-7263	rennie.sandra@epa.gov
Gordon Lancaster	U.S. General Services Administration	Transportation Operations Specialist	(303) 236-7599	(303) 236-7590	gordon.lancaster@gsa.gov

Arizona Incentives and Laws

Last Updated May 2007

Arizona is the proud home of the Valley of the Sun (www.cleanairaz.org) and the Tucson Clean Cities Coalitions (www.pagnet.org/cleancities). Coordinator contact information is listed in the Points of Contact section.

State Incentives

High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) Lane Exemption

Dedicated alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs) displaying the required AFV license plate are allowed to use HOV lanes, regardless of the number of passengers. An $8 special plate administration fee applies.

The Arizona Department of Transportation has received approval from the federal government allowing the use of hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) in HOV lanes at any time, regardless of the number of passengers. Only the Honda Insight, Honda Civic Hybrid, and Toyota Prius HEVs are eligible for HOV lane access. Qualified HEVs must display the required energy efficient license plate affixed with an HEV decal.

(Reference Arizona Revised Statutes 28-2416 and 28-737B, and Executive Order No. 2007-03, 2007)

Point of Contact

Arizona Department of Transportation, Motor Vehicle Division Customer Call Center
Phone (602) 255-0072 (Phoenix), (520) 629-9808 (Tucson), or (800)

Electric Vehicle (EV) Equipment Tax Credit

A tax credit up to $75 is available to individuals for the installation of EV recharging outlets in a house constructed by a taxpayer. (Reference Arizona Revised Statutes 43-1090 and 43-1176)

State Laws and Regulations

Joint Use of Government Refueling Infrastructure

To the extent practicable, a state agency or political subdivision that operates an alternative fuel refueling station must permit the refueling of vehicles owned or operated by any state agency or political subdivision at the station. (Reference Arizona Revised Statutes 1-215 and 49-572)

Clean Fuel Diesel for Heavy-Duty Equipment

Any state agency that contracts for the use of on- or off-road heavy-duty diesel equipment in Maricopa County, Pima County, and Pinal County must construct its Requests for Proposals in a manner that gives incentives to bidders that use: equipment retrofitted with diesel retrofit kits; newer clean diesel technologies and fuels; or biodiesel or other cleaner petroleum diesel alternatives. (Reference Executive Order No. 2007-03, 2007)

Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) License Tax

The initial annual vehicle license tax on an AFV is lower than the license tax on conventional vehicles. The vehicle license tax on an AFV is $4 for every $100 in assessed value. The assessed value of the AFV is determined as follows: during the first year after initial registration, the value of the AFV is 1% of the manufacturer's base retail price (as compared to 60% for conventional vehicles); during each succeeding year, the value of the AFV is reduced by 15%. The minimum amount of the license tax is $5 per year for each motor vehicle subject to the tax. (Reference Arizona Revised Statutes 28-5805 and 28-5801)

Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Parking

A person who is driving a vehicle powered by an alternative fuel may park without penalty in parking areas that are designated for carpool operators. (Reference Arizona Revised Statutes 28-877)

Neighborhood Electric Vehicle (NEV) Access to Roadways

NEVs may not operate at a speed greater than 25 miles per hour (mph) and may only be used on roads that have a posted speed limit of less than 35 mph. NEVs must display a notice of the operational restrictions (either painted or otherwise permanently attached) on the vehicle in a location that is in clear view of the driver. (Reference Arizona Revised Statutes 28-966 and 28-2157)

Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Dealers Information Dissemination Requirement

New motor vehicle dealers are required to make information on AFVs, and incentives in Arizona for purchasing or leasing AFVs, available to the public. (Reference Arizona Revised Statutes 28-4414)

Electric Vehicle (EV) Parking

A person is not allowed to stop, stand, or park a motor vehicle within any parking space specially designated for parking and recharging EVs unless the motor vehicle is an EV and has been issued an alternative fuel vehicle special plate or sticker. A person who is found responsible for a violation of this is subject to a civil penalty of at least $350. (Reference Arizona Revised Statutes 28-876)

Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Emissions Test Requirement

All AFVs, except electric, solar, and hydrogen vehicles, registered in, or used to commute into, the metro Phoenix or metro Tucson areas are required to have emissions testing before the vehicle can be registered. An alternate fee may be paid for Model Year 2005 and newer original equipment manufactured AFVs instead of having the emissions test performed. New AFVs being registered for the first time are not required to be tested, but emissions testing will be required before registration in subsequent years. For more information, please visit the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality Web site. (Reference Arizona Revised Statutes 49-542)

Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Special License Plate

AFVs must display an AFV license plate. State or agency directors who conduct activities of a confidential nature and have a vehicle powered by an alternative fuel are exempt from the requirement of displaying an AFV special license plate. The Arizona Department of Transportation has the authority to issue regular plates to AFVs that are used by law enforcement and the federal government. (Reference Arizona Revised Statutes 28-2511 and 38-538.03B)

Idle Reduction Requirement - Maricopa County

Heavy-duty diesel vehicles operated in Maricopa County with a gross vehicle weight rating of more than 14,000 pounds must limit idling time to no more than five minutes. Exemptions apply for emergency vehicles, certain traffic or weather conditions, certain driver accommodations, and idling necessary for refrigeration equipment. (Reference Arizona Revised Statutes 11-876 and Maricopa County Vehicle Idling Restriction Ordinance)

Alternative Fuel and Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Tax Exemption

The Arizona use tax does not apply to the following: natural gas or liquefied petroleum gas used to propel a motor vehicle; AFVs, if the AFV was manufactured as a diesel fuel vehicle and converted to operate on an alternative fuel; and equipment that is installed in a conventional diesel fuel motor vehicle to convert the vehicle to operate on an alternative fuel. (Reference Arizona Revised Statutes 42-5159)

Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) Device Fee

The Arizona Department of Weights and Measures collects license fees for LPG motor fuel measuring and fueling devices used for commercial purposes. A penalty equal to 20% of the fee may be imposed for late license fee payments. (Reference Arizona Revised Statutes 41-2092)

Biodiesel Production and Labeling Specifications

Biodiesel sold in Arizona must meet the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) specification D6751. Blends of biodiesel sold in Arizona must meet the D975 specifications established by ASTM. Blenders of biodiesel must submit monthly reports on the percentage of biodiesel in the final blend as well as verify the quality of biodiesel to the Director of the Department of Weights and Measures. A person who dispenses biodiesel or ultra low sulfur diesel must label the dispenser with the volume percentage of biodiesel in the final product in addition to the sulfur content. (Reference Senate Bill 1455, 2007, and Arizona Revised Statutes 41-2083 and 41-2051)

E85 Quality and Labeling Specifications

Ethanol blenders and retailers must ensure that E85 blended or sold complies with American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) specification D5798-99. Fuel dispensers and pump nozzles for E85 must display a notice stating that the fuel is for use only in flexible fuel vehicles (FFVs). If all notices are displayed properly, a retail seller of E85 shall not be held liable if a consumer places E85 in a non-FFV. Motor fuel producers must provide a report to the state Department of Weights and Measures including, but not limited to, the following information: the amount of E85 produced, used, or sold each month, and the fuel quality parameters of the ethanol and gasoline used in the blend. (Reference Arizona Revised Statutes 41-2122.01)

Alternative Fuel Use and Acquisition Requirements

Local governments in defined areas of Maricopa, Pinal, Yavapai, and Pima counties with a population of more than 1,200,000 people are required to develop and implement a vehicle fleet plan for the purpose of encouraging and increasing the use of alternative fuels and clean burning fuels in vehicles owned by a city or town. For each year after December 21, 2000, at least 75% of the local government fleet must operate on alternative fuels and clean burning fuels. The fleet plans must include the use of alternative fuels and clean burning fuels in the bus fleet or regional public transportation authorities operated by covered locales, and all newly purchased buses must use alternative fuel or clean burning fuel. School districts in defined areas of these counties, with an average student population of more than 3,000, are required to ensure that 50% of the portion of the fleet with a gross vehicle weight rating of at least 17,500 pounds operate on alternative or clean burning fuels, ultra low sulfur diesel, or meet specified emissions standards. Applications for waivers are available.

For and after model year 2001, 75% of new light-duty vehicles purchased by the state fleet must be capable of operating on alternative or clean burning fuels. For state and federal vehicles that operate primarily in counties with a population of more than 1.2 million people, at least 90% of the total state and federal fleets must operate on alternative or clean burning fuels. Pertaining to the use of an alcohol-fueled vehicle, state agencies must demonstrate that the fuel for the vehicle is available within a 10-mile radius of the primary home base of that vehicle.

Vehicle acquisition credits may be earned as follows: 1) every 450 gallons of neat biodiesel (B100) or 2,250 gallons of a diesel fuel substitute is equivalent to one vehicle acquisition; 2) every 530 gallons of E85 is equivalent to one vehicle acquisition.

(Reference Arizona Revised Statutes 1-215, 9-500.04, 15-349, 41-803, 49-412, 49-541, 49-474.01, 49-571, 49-573, and Arizona Revised Statutes 1-215, 9-500.04, 15-349, 41-803, 49-412, 49-474.01, 49-541, 49-571, and 49-573)

School Bus Idle Reduction Pilot Program

As part of the Children's Environmental Health Project, the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) runs the School Bus Idling Pilot Program to reduce bus idling near schools. ADEQ has worked with school districts to develop a draft bus idling policy. Key elements in the draft policy include: having drivers turn off buses upon reaching a school or other location and not turn on the engine until the vehicle is ready to depart; parking buses at least 100 feet from a school air intake system; and posting appropriate signage advising drivers to limit idling near the school. For more information, including a complete list of participating school districts, visit the ADEQ School Bus Idling Program Web site.

Utilities/Private Incentives

There are currently no known utility or private incentives offered in Arizona

Arizona Points of Contact:

NAME	AGENCY	TITLE	PHONE	FAX	EMAIL
Bill Sheaffer	Valley of the Sun Clean Cities Coalition, Inc.	Executive Director	(480) 314-0360	(480) 314-2457	bill@cleanairaz.org
Corey Woods	Valley of the Sun Clean Cities Coalition	Clean Cities Coordinator	(602) 258-7505 x17		corey@cleanairaz.org
Colleen Crowninshield	Tucson Clean Cities Coalition	Clean Cities Manager	(520) 792-1093 x426	(520) 620-6981	ccrowninshield@pagnet.org
Neil Kirschner	U.S. Department of Energy, National Energy Technology Laboratory	Project Manager	(412) 386-5793	(412) 386-4561	neil.kirschner@netl.doe.gov
	Arizona Department of Transportation, Motor Vehicle Division Customer Call Center		(602) 255-0072 (Phoenix), (520) 629-9808 (Tucson), or (800)		_
Collette Craig	U.S. General Services Administration	AFV Contact, Region 9	(928) 524-1465	(928) 524-2324	collette.craig@gsa.gov

California Incentives and Laws

Last Updated October 2007

California is the proud home of the San Joaquin Valley (www.valleycleancities.org), Southern California Association of Governments (www.the-partnership.org/cleancities), Antelope Valley, Long Beach, Los Angeles (www.cityofla.org/EAD/EADWeb-AQD/LACleanCity.htm), East Bay, Western Riverside County (www.wr4cleanair.org), Greater Sacramento, San Diego (www.sdrafvc.org), San Francisco, Palm Springs Regional, Central Coast (www.c-5.org), and Silicon Valley (www.svcleancities.org) Clean Cities Coalitions. Coordinator contact information is listed in the Points of Contact section.

State Incentives

Funding for Emission Reductions - South Coast

The South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) administers the Air Quality Investment Program (AQIP). The AQIP is a fund created by the SCAQMD, which allows employers within SCAQMD's jurisdiction to make annual investments into an administered fund to meet employers' emission reduction targets. The revenues collected are used to fund alternative mobile source emission/trip reduction programs, including alternative fuel vehicle projects, on an on-going basis. Programs such as procurement of low-emission, alternative fuel or zero emission vehicles, and old vehicle scrapping could be considered for funding.

Point of Contact

Shashi Singeetham
Air Quality Specialist
South Coast AQMD
Phone (909) 396-3298
Fax (909) 396-3608
ssingeetham@aqmd.gov
http://www.aqmd.gov/trans/aqip.html

Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) and Zero Emission (ZEV) Vehicle Parking Incentive - San Jose

The City of San Jose has developed a Clean Air Vehicle Parking Program to encourage reduced auto emissions, stimulate activity in the downtown, and increase sales of clean-air vehicles at San Jose auto dealerships. For eligible vehicles, the program allows free parking at participating municipal off-street parking facilities, on-street meters, and regional park and recreation parking lots. Clean-air vehicles must display the Clean Air Vehicle Parking Permit, which is available for a $30 application fee. Only eligible vehicles purchased in San Jose after January 1, 2000, can obtain a permit. ZEVs purchased outside San Jose are also eligible to apply as long as the vehicle is registered in San Jose.

Point of Contact

Pamela McAnally
Department of Transportation
City of San José
Phone (408) 535-3850
pamela.mcanally@sanjoseca.gov
http://www.sjdowntownparking.com/clean_air_program.php

Funding for Air Quality Improvement Programs - Ventura County

The Ventura County Air Pollution Control District offers the Clean Air Fund, which is administered by the Ventura County Community Foundation. The Clean Air Fund provides grants for air quality improvement projects in the county, such as smog reduction. The Clean Air Fund Advisory Committee is interested in projects that will have significant emission impacts or support innovative air pollution reduction technologies. Currently, only earnings from the permanent endowment are available for Clean Air Fund grants, approximately $35,000 per year.

Point of Contact

Stan Cowen
Air Quality Engineer
Ventura County APCD
Phone (805) 645-1408
Fax (805) 645-1444
stan@vcapcd.org

High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) Lane Exemption

Qualified alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs) and hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) can use HOV lanes regardless of the number of occupants in the vehicle. An identification sticker and FasTrak account must first be obtained from the California Department of Motor Vehicles; only 85,000 decals will be made available. Until January 1, 2011, qualified AFVs are limited to the following: 1) Super Ultra Low Emission Vehicles (SULEVs) or Zero Emission Vehicles (ZEVs) which also meet the federal Inherently Low Emission Vehicles (ILEV) evaporative emissions standards; 2) Ultra Low Emission Vehicles (ULEVs) produced during Model Year 2004 (MY2004) or earlier that also meet the federal ILEV standard; 3) HEVs produced during MY2004 or earlier that have a fuel economy rating of 45 miles per gallon or greater and also meet the state ULEV, SULEV, or Partial Zero Emission Vehicle (PZEV) standards. Enactment of the 2005 Federal transportation bill Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU), Public Law 109-59) allowed full implementation of this incentive. Additionally, certain vehicles registered to an address in the 9-county San Francisco Bay region are permitted to use the toll-free and reduced-rate passage privilege on specified bridges if the owner of the vehicle has obtained an automatic vehicle identification account. (Reference Assembly Bill 2600 and 1407, 2006, and California Vehicle Code Sections 5205.5 and 21655.9)

Point of Contact

Motor Vehicle Information Hotline
California Air Resources Board
Phone (800) 242-4450
http://www.arb.ca.gov/msprog/carpool/carpool.htm

Funding for Heavy-Duty Vehicle Emission Reductions - Sacramento

The Sacramento Air Quality Management District's Heavy-Duty Low-Emission Vehicle Incentive Program offers a variety of financial incentives to entities that lower nitrogen oxide emissions from heavy-duty vehicles (both on and off-road) with Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings over 14,000 pounds. This includes purchasing new heavy-duty alternative fuel vehicles as well as retrofitting older diesel vehicles to ensure lower emissions. Private businesses and public agencies in the six-county Sacramento federal ozone non-attainment area are eligible to apply for this program.

Point of Contact

Mike Neuenburg
Program Coordinator
Sacramento AQMD, Heavy-Duty Vehicle Incentive Program
Phone (916) 874-1676
Fax (916) 874-4899
mneuenburg@airquality.org
http://www.airquality.org

Electric Vehicle (EV) Parking Incentive - Sacramento

Sacramento offers free parking to individuals or small businesses certified by the city's Emerging Small Business Development that own or lease EVs with an EV parking pass in downtown parking lots C, G, H, I, K, P, and R. Free charging stations are located in lot C,G, H, and I.

Point of Contact

Parking Facilities Division
City of Sacramento
Phone (916) 808-5110
http://www.cityofsacramento.org/transportation/parking

Electric Vehicle (EV) Parking Incentive - Los Angeles Airport

The Los Angeles Airport (LAX) offers free parking and recharging for EVs in the lower/arrivals level of Parking Structures 1 and 6.

Point of Contact

LAX Parking Services Division
Phone (310) 646-9070
http://www.lawa.org/lax/laxframe.html

Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) and Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) Parking Incentive - Los Angeles

Los Angeles allows free meter parking for selected HEVs and AFVs powered by electricity, compressed natural gas, and hydrogen. To qualify, the vehicle must display California Department of Motor Vehicles High Occupancy Vehicle lane access stickers. The program for HEVs expires December 31, 2007; after this date only HEVs with the California Clean Air Vehicle Decal will qualify for free parking. All other parking restrictions, including posted time limits, no parking during street cleaning times, and peak hour tow away periods, must be obeyed.

Point of Contact

Department of Transportation
City of Los Angeles
Phone (213) 972-8470
http://www.lacity.org/ladot/freepark.htm

Alternative Fuel Vehicle, Refueling Infrastructure and Idle Reduction Grants - San Joaquin Valley

The San Joaquin Valley Unified Air Pollution Control District Heavy-Duty Engine Incentive Program provides funding for the incremental cost associated with purchasing reduced emission technology for heavy-duty vehicles. Eligible funding categories include heavy-duty on-road vehicles with Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings over 14,000 pounds, off-road self-propelled vehicles, locomotives, marine vessels, electric forklifts, electric airport ground support equipment, and stationary agricultural irrigation pump engines. Eligible fuel types include compressed natural gas, liquefied petroleum gas, and electricity. The Heavy-Duty Engine Program also has an Alternative Fuel Infrastructure component that provides grants for the development of infrastructure to dispense alternative fuel for heavy-duty vehicles. Additionally, the Heavy-Duty Engine Idle Reduction Incentive Program provides incentive funds for technologies that result in a significant reduction of on- and off-road heavy-duty vehicle idling in the San Joaquin Valley. Applications must be completed and approved before the engine is purchased, and funds are provided on a first come, first served basis.

Point of Contact

Heavy-Duty Engine Program Hotline
San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District
Phone (559) 230-5858 or (559) 230-5800
sjvapcd@valleyair.org

Lower-Emission School Bus Grants

The Lower-Emission School Bus Program at the California Air Resources Board (ARB) provides grant funding for new school buses and for air pollution control equipment. Air pollution control devices must be verified by the ARB to reduce particulate matter emissions by at least 85% for each retrofitted school bus. The program focuses on replacing buses that were built prior to 1987.

A transportation bond approved by voters in November 2006 will provide approximately $200 million in funding over two years to replace the oldest remaining public school buses and add pollution control equipment to other buses. Public school districts in California, that own their own buses, are eligible to receive funding for the replacement of older school buses and for the retrofit of in-use buses. Private school transportation providers that contract with public school districts to provide transportation services are eligible to receive funding for the retrofit of in-use buses. Alternative-fueled buses may be powered by natural gas, liquefied petroleum gas, electricity, methanol, or ethanol fuels, provided that the other program requirements are met. Commercially available hybrid school buses may be partially eligible for funding. Check with local air districts to learn how the Lower-Emission School Bus Grants are distributed. (Reference Senate Bill 1266, 2006, and California Government Code 8879.20 to 8879.37, and Proposition 1B, 2006)

Point of Contact

Kimya Lambert
Air Pollution Specialist
California Air Resources Board, Lower Emission School Bus Program
Phone (916) 323-2507
Fax (916) 322-3923
klambert@arb.ca.gov
http://www.arb.ca.gov/msprog/schoolbus/schoolbus.htm

Point of Contact

Lisa Jennings
Air Pollution Specialist
California Air Resources Board, Lower Emission School Bus Program
Phone (916) 322-6913
Fax (916) 322-3923
ljenning@arb.ca.gov
http://www.arb.ca.gov/msprog/schoolbus/schoolbus.htm

Natural Gas Vehicle Home Fueling Infrastructure Incentive - South Coast

The South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) Governing Board approved an incentive program that matches the Mobile Source Air Pollution Reduction Review Committee (MSRC) buy-down program for the purchase of a compressed natural gas (CNG) home fueling appliance manufactured by Fuelmaker. The SCAQMD incentive program matches a $1,000 buy-down for a total of $2,000 for consumers who reside in the SCAQMD jurisdictional boundaries. The incentive buy-down program will apply to the purchase of up to 200 units through Fuelmaker and the lease of up to 200 units through Honda.

Point of Contact

Dean Saito
Mobile Source Strategies Manager, Mobile Source Division
South Coast AQMD
Phone (909) 396-2647 or (800) 288-7664
Fax (909) 396-3252
dsaito@aqmd.gov
http://www.aqmd.gov/tao/FleetRules

Alternative Fuel Incentive Development

The California Air Resources Board and California Energy Commission have been asked to develop a joint plan, allocating $25 million in incentives, to promote the use and production of alternative fuels. Incentives would be provided for projects in California that promoted high efficiency, high mileage, alternative fuel light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles, for both individual and public fleets. Incentives would be available to replace the current state vehicle fleet with clean, high mileage alternative fuel vehicles and for the construction of both publicly accessible alternative fuel retail fueling stations and fleet fueling facilities, including E-85. In addition, incentives would be provided for alternative fuel production in California and funding for research, development, and testing of alternative fuels and advancing vehicle technology. (Reference Assembly Bill 1811, 2006)

Vehicle Emission Reduction Grants - Sacramento

The Sacramento Emergency Clean Air and Transportation Program was created to provide grants to offset the advanced introduction costs of eligible projects that reduce on-road emissions of nitrogen oxide within the Sacramento federal ozone non-attainment area. Eligibility for grant awards include projects for zero- or very low-emission covered vehicles or to replace older heavy-duty diesel vehicles. Implementation of practical, low-emission retrofit technologies and other advanced technologies may also qualify. (Reference California Health and Safety Code, Sections 44299.50 through 44299.55)

Point of Contact

Kristian Damkier
Air Quality Engineer
Sacramento Metropolitan AQMD
Phone (916) 874-4892
kdamkier@airquality.org
http://www.saccounty.net/business/SAC_Portal_DF_CodesRecords

Funding for Emission Reductions

The Carl Moyer Memorial Air Quality Standards Attainment Program provides incentive-based funding for the incremental cost of purchasing cleaner than required engines and equipment. Eligible projects include cleaner on-road, off-road, marine, locomotive, and agricultural engines, as well as forklifts, airport ground support equipment, and auxiliary power units. The Carl Moyer Program provides funds for significant near-term reductions in nitrogen oxide emissions, Reactive Organic Gases, and particulate matter emissions. Additionally, the Carl Moyer program has been expanded to include heavy-duty fleet modernization projects, and projects for cars and light-duty trucks. Each local air district is responsible for distribution of the Carl Moyer funding. (Reference California Health and Safety Code Section 44280)

Point of Contact

David Salardino
Manager - Carl Moyer Off-Road Section
California Air Resources Board
Phone (626) 575-6679
Fax (916) 322-3923
dsalardin@arb.ca.gov
http://www.arb.ca.gov/msprog/moyer/moyer.htm

Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) and Refueling Infrastructure Grants and Loans

The Assembly Bill 2766 program provides incentive funding for projects that reduce on-road and off-road motor vehicle pollutant emissions (focusing on nitrogen oxides emissions and particulate matter). The program provides applicants with grant money to implement activities or purchase equipment that reduces air pollution from vehicles, including purchasing alternative fuel vehicles and building alternative fuel and advanced technology infrastructure. Check with local air districts to learn how the AB 2766 Motor Vehicle Registration Funds grants are distributed. Some programs include: Yolo-Solano AQMD, South Coast AQMD, Bay Area AQMD, Antelope Valley AQMD, Feather River AQMD, Kern County AQMD, Mojave Desert AQMD, Monterey Bay Unified APCD, North Coast Unified APCD, Northern Sierra AMD , and San Luis Obispo APCD. (Reference Health and Safety Code 44220 to 44246)

Point of Contact

Jeff Weir
Air Pollution Specialist
California Air Resources Board, Planning and Technical Support Division
Phone (916) 445-0098
jweir@arb.ca.gov

Alternative Fuel Research and Development

Innovative Clean Air Technologies Program (ICAT) is a California Air Resources Board (ARB) program that co-funds demonstration projects of innovative technologies that can reduce air pollution. Its purpose is to advance such technologies toward commercial application, thereby reducing emissions and helping the economy of California. In general, the ICAT program can support any innovation in technology that focuses on preventing or controlling air pollution from any type of emission source in California. ICAT can support technologies applicable to any stationary, mobile, indoor, or agricultural emission source or consumer products. Proposals related to current ARB programs, such as increasing the alternatives to diesel fuel and diesel engines, increasing efficiency of zero-emission vehicles, and fuel cells and hydrogen technology, are of particular interest.

Technology Advancement Funding - South Coast

The South Coast Air Quality Management District's Technology Advancement Office provides funding for research, development, demonstration, and deployment projects that are expected to help accelerate the commercialization of advanced low-emission transportation technologies. Eligible projects have included: power trains and energy storage/conversion devices (e.g., fuel cells and batteries); and implementation of clean fuels (e.g. natural gas, propane, and hydrogen), including their infrastructures. Projects are selected via specific requests for proposals on an as-needed basis or through unsolicited proposals. Approximately $10-12 million in funding is available annually with expected cost-share from other project partners and stakeholders.

Point of Contact

Matt Miyasato
Air Quality Specialist
South Coast AQMD
Phone (909) 396-3249
mmiyasato@aqmd.gov
http://www.aqmd.gov/tao/Demonstration/index.htm

Alternative Fuel and Advanced Technology Vehicle and Infrastructure Incentives – Vacaville

The City of Vacaville provides incentives for any new battery-electric vehicles, dedicated compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles, plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, and the Phill Home Refueling Appliance from FuelMaker for fueling CNG vehicles at home.

Point of Contact

Ed Huestis
Program Manager
Vacaville City Hall
Phone (707) 449-5424
ehuestis@cityofvacaville.com
http://www.cityofvacaville.com/departments/public_works/e_cng_vehicles.php

Clean Vehicle Parking Incentive - Hermosa Beach

Downtown Hermosa Beach offers free metered parking at silver poled meters for vehicles with the California Clean Air Decal and electric vehicles, including GEM vehicles. Vehicles may park for the maximum time limit designated on the meter.

Point of Contact

Ennis Jackson
Hermosa Beach Police
Phone (310) 318-0249
ejackson@hermosabch.org

Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) and Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) Parking Incentive - Santa Monica

The City of Santa Monica offers free meter parking for dedicated electric and compressed natural gas, or hybrid electric vehicles carrying the Clean Air Decal. Vehicles may park for the maximum time limit designated on the meter per trip.

Point of Contact

Lynne Taffert
Santa Monica Police Department
Phone (310) 458-2226
lynne.taffert@smgov.net

Idle Reduction Incentives

A transportation bond approved in November 2006 provides funding on a competitive basis for projects that achieve emissions reductions from truck engine idling through electrification infrastructure and the replacement, repower, and retrofit of heavy-duty diesel trucks. (Reference Assembly Bill 201, 2007, and Proposition 1B, 2006)

Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Rebate Program

The "Driving Alternatives" vehicle rebate program has allocated $1.8 million toward vehicle incentive grants for qualifying AFVs. Grants of up to $5,000 will be made available to consumers who purchase or lease eligible zero emission vehicles (ZEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles, and AFVs between May 24, 2007, and March 31, 2009. For the purposes of this program, ZEVs include full function battery electric vehicles, hydrogen fuel cell vehicles, low-speed or neighborhood electric vehicles, and zero emission motorcycles.

Point of Contact

Mark Williams
California Air Resources Board, Mobile Source Control Division
Phone (916) 327-5610 or (866) 808-0189
mwilliam@arb.ca.gov
http://www.driveclean.ca.gov/en/gv/incentives/index_des.asp?incentiveid=73

Alternative Fuel Research and Development

The Alternative and Renewable Fuel and Vehicle Technology Program will provide grants and loans to public agencies, businesses, fleet owners, consumers, and academic institutions to develop and deploy innovative technologies that transform California's fuel and vehicle types to help attain the state's climate change policies. (Reference Assembly Bill 118, 2007)

Low-Emission Vehicle Incentives and Technical Training - San Joaquin Valley

The REMOVE II Program provides incentives for the purchase of low-emission passenger vehicles, light-duty trucks, small buses, and trucks under 14,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. The purpose of this program is to encourage the early introduction of low-emission vehicles in the San Joaquin Valley. The program pays between $1,000 and $3,000 per vehicle depending on the emission certification level and size of the vehicle. Vehicles must be powered by alternative fuel, electric, or hybrid electric engines/motors. The program also has an Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Mechanic Training Component that provides incentives for the education of personnel on the mechanics, operation safety, and maintenance of AFVs, equipment structures, fueling stations, and tools involved in the implementation of alternative fuel emission reducing technologies.

Point of Contact

Heavy-Duty Engine Program Hotline
San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District
Phone (559) 230-5858 or (559) 230-5800
sjvapcd@valleyair.org

State Laws and Regulations

Alternative Fuel Tax

The excise tax imposed on compress natural gas (CNG), liquefied natural gas (LNG), and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) as vehicle fuels can be paid through an annual flat-fee rate sticker tax based on the following gross vehicle weight rating:

Alternatively, owners and operators may pay an excise tax on CNG of $0.07 per cubic feet, $0.06 per gallon of LNG, and $0.06 per gallon of LPG. Excise taxes on ethanol and methanol containing not more than 15% gasoline or diesel fuel are reduced to $0.09 per gallon. (Reference California Revenue and Taxation Code Section 8651 to 8651.8)

Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) License

In order to equalize the vehicle license fee between AFVs and conventional fuel vehicles, the incremental cost of purchasing an AFV is exempt from the vehicle license fee (of 2%) when the costs are more than the most comparable conventional fuel vehicle, as determined by the California Energy Commission. This reduction applies to new, light-duty AFVs that are certified to meet or exceed Ultra Low Emission Vehicle standards. This program expires January 1, 2009. (Reference California Revenue and Taxation Code Section 10759.5)

Emission Reduction Non-Attainment Fee

Air Pollution Control Districts (APCD) in California that have not attained state and federal air quality standards may collect an annual surcharge of up to $6.00 per vehicle as part of the California Department of Motor Vehicle registration fee. These funds are used for projects related to reducing pollution from motor vehicles. Each APCD operates its own program and is funded at different levels. (Reference California Vehicle Code Section 9250.2)

Emissions Reduction Requirements - San Joaquin Valley

The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District is authorized to do the following: 1) Adopt rules and regulations that require the use of best available control technology for new and modified sources of pollution, promote the use of cleaner burning alternative fuels, and encourage and facilitate ridesharing for commuters; 2) Impose a $1 fee on the initial and renewal of motor vehicle registration in the district for reducing air pollution from motor vehicles through activities including the establishment of a clean fuels program; and 3) Establish expedited permit review and project assistance mechanisms for facilities or projects that are directly related to research and development, demonstration, or commercialization of electric and other clean fuel vehicle technologies. (Reference California Health and Safety Code Sections 40603 and 40605)

Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Production Requirements

All 2005 model year and subsequent model year passenger cars, light-duty trucks, and medium-duty vehicles will be certified as ZEVs if the vehicles produce zero exhaust emissions of any criteria pollutant (or precursor pollutant) under any and all possible operational modes and conditions with certain exceptions for fuel-fired heaters.Manufacturers must produce and deliver for sale in California a minimum percentage of ZEVs for each model year as follows:

Manufacturers may comply with the ZEV requirements through multiple alternative compliance options that include other low emission vehicles. (Reference California Code of Regulations Title 13, Division 3, Chapter 1, Article 1, Section 1962)

Point of Contact

Zero Emission Vehicle Program
California Air Resources Board
Phone (800) 242-4450
http://www.arb.ca.gov/msprog/zevprog/zevprog.htm

Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Program Support

The California Energy Commission is directed to prepare an integrated energy policy report on a biannual basis. This integrated report was first released in 2003 and contains an overview of major energy trends and issues facing the state, including those related to transportation fuels, technologies, and infrastructure. The report also examines potential effects of alternative fuels usage, vehicle efficiency improvements, and shifts in transportation modes on public health and safety, the economy, resources, the environment, and energy security. (Reference California Public Resources Code Section 25302)

Biofuels Specifications

The Department of Food and Agriculture, Division of Measurement Standards, has adopted performance and drivability specifications for E85 fuel (85% ethanol blended with 15% gasoline), M85 fuel (85% methanol blended with 15% gasoline), and biodiesel fuel as follows:

1) E85 fuel must meet the standards set forth by the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) specification D 5798.

2) M85 fuel must meet the specifications set forth by ASTM D 5797.

3) Biodiesel blending stock and biodiesel fuel blends must meet the specifications set forth by ASTM D 975 for blended biodiesel and D 6751 for pure biodiesel (B100).

Additionally, blends of B5 or higher must display a sign on each dispenser that reads: "This fuel contains biodiesel. Check the owner's manual or with your engine manufacturer before using."

(Reference California Code of Regulations Title 4, Division 9, Chapter 6, Article 5, Sections 4145, 4146, 4147, and 4148)

Truck Idle Reduction Requirement

The California Air Resources Board has adopted an engine and in-use truck requirement and emission performance requirement for technologies used as alternatives to the truck's main engine idling. Model Year 2008 and newer heavy-duty diesel engines are required to be equipped with a non-programmable engine shutdown system that automatically shuts down the engine after five minutes of idling or optionally meets a 30 gram per hour nitrogen oxide idling emission standard. Operators of sleeper berth equipped trucks are required to manually shut down their engine when idling more than five minutes at any location within California beginning in 2008. The penalty for violating this measure is $300 per violation starting January 1, 2008. Furthermore, the Department of Motor Vehicles will not register, renew, or transfer registration for any vehicle operator who has received a violation until the violation is cleared. (Reference California Code of Regulations Title 13, Division 3, Chapter 10, Article 1, Section 2485 and Assembly Bill 233, 2007)

Point of Contact

Daniel Hawelti
Idle Reduction
California Air Resources Board
Phone (626) 450-6149
dhawelti@arb.ca.gov
http://www.arb.ca.gov/msprog/truck-idling/truck-idling.htm

School Bus Idle Reduction Requirement

The California Air Resources Board has established an airborne toxic control measure (ATCM) that limits school bus idling and idling at or near schools to only when necessary for safety or operational concerns. This ATCM is intended to reduce diesel exhaust particulate matter and other toxic air contaminants from heavy-duty vehicle exhaust. (Reference California Code of Regulations Title 13, Division 3, Chapter 10, Section 2480)

Hydrogen Energy Plan

The state's 21 interstate freeways are now designated as the "California Hydrogen Highway Network," and the state is committed to working with legislators, energy providers, automakers, and others to achieve the following by 2010: 1) Build a network of hydrogen fueling stations; 2) ensure that hydrogen vehicles are commercially available for purchase; 3) incorporate hydrogen vehicles into the state fleet; 4) develop safety standards for hydrogen fueling stations and vehicles; and 5) establish incentives to encourage the use of hydrogen vehicles and encourage the development of renewable sources of energy for hydrogen production. Regulations will require the reporting of the amount and method by which the hydrogen fuel is dispensed and how the fuel is produced and delivered. The Hydrogen Highway Plan must be implemented in an environmentally responsible and advantageous manner that contributes to the reduction of greenhouse gases, criteria air pollutants, and toxic emissions. (Reference Executive Order S-7-04, 2004, Senate Bill 1505, 2006, and California Health and Safety Code 43868 to 43869)

Emission Reduction Requirements

A public transit bus rule adopted by the California Air Resources Board (ARB) regulates public transit fleets and sets emission reduction standards for new urban transit buses. The rule allows transit fleets to choose one of two options in order to reduce their emissions to the required levels: using alternative fuels, including zero-emission buses, or clean diesel, including retrofit devices. A solid waste collection vehicle (SWCV) rule adopted by ARB regulates SWCV with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating of 14,000 pounds or more, operate on diesel fuel, have 1960 through 2006 engine models, and collect waste for a fee. Each year through 2011, public agency and utility vehicle owners are required to install Best Available Control Technology devices or purchase vehicles that run on alternative fuels or use advanced technologies to achieve emissions requirements. (Reference California Code of Regulations Title 13, Division 3, Chapter 1, Article 1, Section 1956.1)

Point of Contact

Kathleen Mead
Manager, Retrofit Implementation Section
California Air Resources Board Mobile Source Division
Phone (916) 324-9550
Fax (916) 322-3923
kmead@arb.ca.gov

Low-Speed Vehicle Access to Roadways

Low-speed vehicles are defined as motor vehicles having four wheels on the ground, an unladen weight of 1,800 pounds or less, and capable of a minimum speed of 20 miles per hour (mph) and a maximum speed of 25 mph. Low-speed vehicles are subject to all the provisions applicable to a motor vehicle, and drivers of low-speed vehicles must comply with all provisions applicable to drivers of motor vehicles. The operator of a low-speed vehicle shall not operate the vehicle on any roadway with a speed limit in excess of 35 mph. (Reference California Vehicle Code Sections 385.5, 21250, 21251, and 21260)

Neighborhood Electric Vehicle (NEV) Access to Roadways - Placer County

Until January 1, 2009, the Cities of Lincoln and Rocklin in Placer County are authorized to establish an NEV transportation plan subject to the same review process established for the golf cart transportation plan. NEVs are defined as low-speed vehicles. NEVs may be used on state highways under certain conditions. A report to the Legislature is required by January 1, 2008. Additionally, discussions are encouraged between the State Legislature, the Department of Motor Vehicles, and the California Highway Patrol regarding the adoption of a new classification for licensing motorists who use NEVs. (Reference California Streets and Highways Code 1963 to 1963.8)

Public Agency Fleet Emissions Reduction Requirements - South Coast

The South Coast Air Quality Management District has the authority to require government fleets and private contractors under contract with public entities to purchase cleaner, alternative fuel vehicles. The rule applies to transit buses, school buses, trash trucks, and other vehicles, and has set alternative fuel vehicle purchasing requirements for public and commercial fleets that operate in Southern California. The rules are applicable in Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Riverside, and Orange Counties. (Reference SCAQMD Rules 1191 to 1196 and 1186.1)

Point of Contact

Dean Saito
Mobile Source Strategies Manager, Mobile Source Division
South Coast AQMD
Phone (909) 396-2647 or (800) 288-7664
Fax (909) 396-3252
dsaito@aqmd.gov
http://www.aqmd.gov/tao/FleetRules

Point of Contact

Fleet Rule Implementation Hotline
South Coast AQMD
Phone (909) 396-3044
fleetrules@aqmd.gov
http://www.aqmd.gov/tao/FleetRules

Alternative Fuels Plan

On October 31, 2007, the State Energy Resources Conservation and Development Commission, in partnership with other state agencies, developed and adopted the State Alternative Fuels Plan to increase the use of alternative transportation fuels (Reference Assembly Bill 1007, 2005, Assembly Bill 1012 and 2264, 2006, and California Health and Safety Code Section 43865)

Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Acquisition Requirements

When awarding a vehicle procurement contract, every city, county, and special district, including a school district and a community college district, is authorized to require that 75% of the passenger cars and/or light-duty trucks acquired be energy-efficient vehicles. Vehicle procurement contracts are also authorized to evaluate fuel economy and life-cycle factors. By definition, this includes hybrid vehicles or alternative fuel vehicles that meet California's advanced technology partial zero-emission vehicle (AT PZEV) standard for criteria pollutant emissions. Furthermore, by July 1, 2009, vehicles owned or leased by the state that are capable of operating on an alternative fuel must operate on that fuel unless alternative fuels are not available. The Secretary of State and Consumer Services must develop and implement a plan to reduce or displace the state fleets consumption of petroleum products on or before July 1, 2009. (Reference Assembly Bill 1660, 2005, Assembly Bill 236, 2007,California Health and Safety Code Section 43810, and California Public Resources Code Section 25725)

Hydrogen Specifications

By January 1, 2008, the Department of Food and Agriculture, with the concurrence of the State Air Resources Board, is required to establish specifications for hydrogen fuels for use in internal combustion engines and fuel cells in motor vehicles until a standards development organization accredited by the American National Standards Institute formally adopts standards for hydrogen fuels for use in the internal combustion engines and fuel cells in motor vehicles. (Reference Senate Bill 76, 2005, and California Business and Professional Code 13446)

Biofuels Use

Public agencies, utilities, and solid waste collection vehicle operators are permitted to use biodiesel or biodiesel fuel blends up to 20% in any retrofitted on-road or off-road vehicle or diesel engine certified by the state whether or not biodiesel is expressly identified as a fuel for use with the retrofit system. (Reference Senate Bill 975, 2005, and California Health and Safety Code 43860)

Heavy-Duty Idle Reduction Requirement – Sacramento

The City of Sacramento has passed an ordinance prohibiting the idling of all heavy-duty on-road vehicles and all heavy-duty off-road equipment for more than five minutes at a given location. Vehicles, off-road equipment, and transport refrigeration units are also prohibited from extended idling within 100 feet of a residence or school. (Reference Sacramento City Code Chapter 8.116)

Point of Contact

Kristian Damkier
Air Quality Engineer
Sacramento Metropolitan AQMD
Phone (916) 874-4892
kdamkier@airquality.org
http://www.saccounty.net/business/SAC_Portal_DF_CodesRecords

Biofuels Production Mandate and Alternative Fuel Use Study

The State of California plans to use biomass resources from agriculture, forestry, and urban wastes to provide transportation fuels and electricity to satisfy California's fuel and energy needs. To increase the use of biomass in fuel production, the state will produce its own biofuels at a minimum of 20% by 2010, 40% by 2020, and 75% by 2050. The California Air Resources Board and the California Energy Commission, in conjunction with other agencies, have participated in the Bioenergy Interagency Working Group to prepare a Bioenergy Action Plan Bioenergy Action Plan. The Bioenergy Action Plan includes: research and development of commercially viable biofuels production and advanced biomass conversion technologies; evaluation of the potential for biofuels to provide a clean, renewable source for hydrogen fuel; and increases the purchase of flexible-fuel vehicles to 50% of total new vehicles purchased by state agencies by 2010. (Reference Executive Order S-06-06, 2006)

West Coast Global Warming Mitigation Initiative

Governors of Washington, Oregon, and California approved a series of recommendations for action to combat global warming, as detailed in the West Coast Governors' Global Warming Initiative. It was determined that Oregon, California, and Washington must act individually and regionally to reduce greenhouse gases. The initiative includes adopting standards to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from vehicles by expanding markets for efficiency, renewable energy and alternative fuels, including creating a working group on hydrogen fuel.

California Global Warming Solutions Act requires the California Air Resources Board (ARB), and other agencies, to adopt regulations that require limiting statewide greenhouse gas emissions to 1990 levels by 2020 and to regulate the reporting and enforcement (including fees) for greenhouse gas emissions. In compliance with the Global Warming Solutions Act, the ARB had adopted an additional set of measures in the Early Actions Report, such as requiring truck efficiency retrofit devices that reduce aerodynamic drag, and regulations requiring tune-up, smog check, and oil change mechanics to ensure proper tire inflation as part of overall service. All these actions are captured in Executive Order S-20-06, which reiterates the leadership role of California's Secretary of Environmental Protection and the Climate Action Team's vehicle emissions standards. (Reference Assembly Bill 32, 2006, Executive Order S-20-06, 2006, and California Health and Safety Code Sections 38500 to 38599)

Biodiesel Blend Use Requirement - San Francisco

The City of San Francisco has mandated that diesel vehicles used by San Francisco's public agencies must use at least 20% biodiesel (B20) blends by December 31, 2007. All departments using diesel must begin using B20 as soon as practicable in all diesel vehicles and other diesel equipment. Each department must obtain the following incremental goals for use of B20: Initiate and complete biodiesel pilot project by December 31, 2006; 25% B20 by March 31, 2007; and 100% B20 by December 31, 2007. Departments must then pursue actions to use higher biodiesel blends, up to and including neat biodiesel (B100). (Reference Executive Directive 06-02, 2006)

Low-Carbon Fuels

Based on California's emissions reduction goals described in the Global Warming Solutions Act, the Governor has committed California to reduce the carbon intensity of California's transportation fuels at least 10% by 2020 through establishing a low-carbon fuel standard. The California Air Resources Board has coordinated activities between the University of California, the California Energy Commission, and other state agencies to develop and propose a draft compliance schedule to meet the 2020 target. (Reference Assembly Bill 32, 2006, Executive Order S-01-07, and California Health and Safety Code Sections 38500 to 38599)

Utilities/Private Incentives

Electric Vehicle (EV) Recharging Rate Reduction

The Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) offers a discounted rate of approximately 75% of the regular residential rate for electricity used to charge an EV for residential customers when the EV driver signs up for the appropriate residential time of use rate. SMUD offers lower off-peak time-of-use rates for commercial customers' EV charging.

Point of Contact

Electric Transportation Department
Sacramento Municipal Utility District
Phone (916) 732-5283
http://www.smud.org

Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Taxi Incentive

The San Francisco International Airport, in partnership with the San Francisco Taxicab Commission, allows drivers of CNG taxis a front-of-the-line incentive allowing them one jump and one trip fee waiver per shift.

Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) and Hybrid Electric Vehicle (AFV) Insurance Discount

Farmers Insurance provides a discount on insurance to HEV and AFV owners. Owners can cave 10% on all major insurance coverage. To qualify, the automobile must be either: 1) A vehicle designed to use a dedicated alternative fuel as defined in the Energy Policy Act of 1992; or 2) An electric and gasoline hybrid vehicle. A complete Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) will be required to validate vehicle eligibility.

Electric Vehicle (EV) Recharging Rate Reduction - Los Angeles

The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) offers an EV charging discount of $0.025/kWh for electricity. The discount is available for a maximum of 500 kWh/month limited to the base-period rate (off-peak hours). LADWP also provides guidance on EV infrastructure to help customers determine applications for EVs in their fleet operations, EV maintenance services, and training.

Point of Contact

Terry Brumgart
Electric Vehicle Program
L.A. Department of Water and Power
Phone (213) 367-0290
http://www.ladwp.com/ladwp/cms/ladwp002056.jsp

Southern California Edison Rate for Electric Vehicles (EV)

Southern California Edison offers a discounted rate for electricity used to charge EVs during off-peak time periods. Electricity used to charge EVs during on-peak time periods also pay a discounted monthly customer fee.

Point of Contact

Southern California Edison
Phone (800) 4EV-INFO
http://www.sce.com/CustomerService/RateInformation/ResidentialRates/ElectricVehicles.htm

City of Riverside Employee Vehicle Purchase Incentives

City of Riverside employees are eligible to receive a rebate toward the purchase of qualified alternative fuel and hybrid electric vehicles that are purchased from a City of Riverside automobile dealership. New qualified vehicles can receive up to $2,000 and used qualified vehicles can receive up to $1,000.

Point of Contact

Chris Durham
Administrative Analyst
City of Riverside Public Works Administration
Phone (951) 826-5283
cdurham@riversideca.gov

California Points of Contact:

NAME	AGENCY	TITLE	PHONE	FAX	EMAIL
Bret Banks	Antelope Valley Clean Cities Coalition	Clean Cities Coordinator	(661) 723-8070	(661) 723-3450	bbanks@avaqmd.ca.gov
Melissa Guise	Central Coast Clean Cities Coalition	Clean Cities Coordinator	(805) 781-4667	(805) 781-1002	mguise@co.slo.ca.us
Chris Ferrara	East Bay Clean Cities Coalition	Clean Cities Co-Coordinator	(925) 674-6533	(925) 674-6318	caf3@pge.com
Richard Battersby	East Bay Clean Cities Coalition	Clean Cities Co-Coordinator	(925) 313-7072		rbattersby@gsd.cccounty.us
Vivian Ozuna	Long Beach Clean Cities Coalition	Clean Cities Coordinator	(562) 570-5405	(562) 570-5459	vivian_ozuna@longbeach.gov
Heloise Froelich	Los Angeles Clean Cities Coalition	Clean Cities Coordinator	(213) 978-0854	(213) 978-0893	heloise.froelich@lacity.org
Bert Kronmiller	Clean Cities Coachella Valley Region Coalition	Interim Clean Cities Coordinator	(760) 325-1577 x111	(760) 325-8549	kronmiller@pschamber.org
Barbara Spoonhour	Western Riverside County Clean Cities Coalition	Clean Cities Coordinator	(951) 955-8313	(951) 787-7991	spoonhour@wrcog.cog.ca.us
JoAnn Armenta	Southern California Clean Cities Coalition (SCAG)	Clean Cities Coordinator	(909) 396-5757	(909) 396-5754	joann@the-partnership.org
Jill Egbert	Greater Sacramento Clean Cities Coalition	Clean Cities Coordinator	(530) 757-5235	(530) 757-5240	jme3@pge.com
Greg Newhouse	San Diego Clean Fuels Coalition	Clean Cities Coordinator	(619) 388-7673	(619) 388-7905	gnewhous@sdccd.edu
Rick Ruvolo	San Francisco Clean Cities Coalition	Clean Cities Coordinator	(415) 753-1136		rrsf@aol.com
Linda Urata	San Joaquin Valley Clean Cities Coalition	Clean Cities Coordinator	(661) 835-8665	(661) 835-8665	iwantcleanair@aim.com
Margo Sidener	Silicon Valley (San Jose) Clean Cities Coalition	Clean Cities Coordinator	(408) 998-5865	(408) 998-0578	margo@lungsrus.org
Nick Haven	Tahoe Transportation District	Principal Transportation Planner	(775) 588-4547 x256	(775) 588-4527	nhaven@trpa.org
Mike Bednarz	U.S. Department of Energy, National Energy Technology Laboratory	Clean Cities Regional Project Manager	(412) 386-4862	(412) 386-4561	michael.bednarz@netl.doe.gov
Mark Williams	California Air Resources Board, Mobile Source Control Division		(916) 327-5610 or (866) 808-0189		mwilliam@arb.ca.gov
Lisa Jennings	California Air Resources Board, Lower Emission School Bus Program	Air Pollution Specialist	(916) 322-6913	(916) 322-3923	ljenning@arb.ca.gov
Kimya Lambert	California Air Resources Board, Lower Emission School Bus Program	Air Pollution Specialist	(916) 323-2507	(916) 322-3923	klambert@arb.ca.gov
	California Air Resources Board	Motor Vehicle Information Hotline	(800) 242-4450		_
	California Air Resources Board	Zero Emission Vehicle Program	(800) 242-4450		_
Matt Miyasato	South Coast AQMD	Air Quality Specialist	(909) 396-3249		mmiyasato@aqmd.gov
Kathleen Mead	California Air Resources Board Mobile Source Division	Manager, Retrofit Implementation Section	(916) 324-9550	(916) 322-3923	kmead@arb.ca.gov
David Salardino	California Air Resources Board	Manager - Carl Moyer Off-Road Section	(626) 575-6679	(916) 322-3923	dsalardin@arb.ca.gov
Daniel Hawelti	California Air Resources Board	Idle Reduction	(626) 450-6149		dhawelti@arb.ca.gov
Susan Romeo	CALSTART	Director of Marketing and Communications	(626) 744-5686	(626) 744-5610	sromeo@calstart.org
Mike Trujillo	California Energy Commission, Emerging Fuels and Technology Office	Project Manager, Alternative Fuel Vehicles and High-Efficiency Vehicles	(916) 654-4649	(916) 653-4470	mtrujill@energy.state.ca.us
Peter Ward	California Energy Commission	Policy Advisor	(916) 654-4639	(916) 653-1279	pward@energy.state.ca.us
Robert Chung	California Transportation Commission	Deputy Director	(916) 653-2090	(916) 653-2134	robert_chung@dot.ca.gov
Shashi Singeetham	South Coast AQMD	Air Quality Specialist	(909) 396-3298	(909) 396-3608	ssingeetham@aqmd.gov
Stan Cowen	Ventura County APCD	Air Quality Engineer	(805) 645-1408	(805) 645-1444	stan@vcapcd.org
Andrea Gordon	Bay Area AQMD	Senior Environmental Planner	(415) 749-4940	(415) 749-4741	agordon@baaqmd.gov
Bobbie Bratz	Santa Barbara APCD	Public Information Officer	(805) 961-8890	(804) 961-8801	beb@sbcapcd.org
Jeff Weir	California Air Resources Board, Planning and Technical Support Division	Air Pollution Specialist	(916) 445-0098		jweir@arb.ca.gov
Mike Neuenburg	Sacramento AQMD, Heavy-Duty Vehicle Incentive Program	Program Coordinator	(916) 874-1676	(916) 874-4899	mneuenburg@airquality.org
Dean Saito	South Coast AQMD	Mobile Source Strategies Manager, Mobile Source Division	(909) 396-2647 or (800) 288-7664	(909) 396-3252	dsaito@aqmd.gov
	South Coast AQMD	Fleet Rule Implementation Hotline	(909) 396-3044		fleetrules@aqmd.gov
Pamela McAnally	City of San José	Department of Transportation	(408) 535-3850		pamela.mcanally@sanjoseca.gov
	City of Sacramento	Parking Facilities Division	(916) 808-5110		_
Kristian Damkier	Sacramento Metropolitan AQMD	Air Quality Engineer	(916) 874-4892		kdamkier@airquality.org
	San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District	Heavy-Duty Engine Program Hotline	(559) 230-5858 or (559) 230-5800		sjvapcd@valleyair.org
Ed Huestis	Vacaville City Hall	Program Manager	(707) 449-5424		ehuestis@cityofvacaville.com
Chris Durham	City of Riverside Public Works Administration	Administrative Analyst	(951) 826-5283		cdurham@riversideca.gov
	LAX Parking Services Division		(310) 646-9070		_
	Sacramento Municipal Utility District	Electric Transportation Department	(916) 732-5283		_
	City of Los Angeles	Department of Transportation	(213) 972-8470		_
Ennis Jackson	Hermosa Beach Police		(310) 318-0249		ejackson@hermosabch.org
Lynne Taffert	Santa Monica Police Department		(310) 458-2226		lynne.taffert@smgov.net
Terry Brumgart	L.A. Department of Water and Power	Electric Vehicle Program	(213) 367-0290		_
	Southern California Edison		(800) 4EV-INFO		_
Collette Craig	U.S. General Services Administration	AFV Contact, Region 9	(928) 524-3975	(928) 524-2324	collette.craig@gsa.gov

Colorado Incentives and Laws

Last Updated June 2007

Colorado is the proud home of the Denver Metro (www.lungcolorado.org/CleanCities.htm), Northern Colorado (www.fcgov.com/airquality/clean-cities.php), and Southern Colorado Clean Cities Coalitions. Coordinator contact information is listed in the Points of Contact section.

State Incentives

High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) Lane Exemption

Vehicles that meet the definition of the EPA Inherently Low Emission Vehicle (ILEV) classification and have a gross vehicle weight rating of 26,000 pounds or less may be operated upon HOV lanes regardless of the number of occupants and without payment of a special toll or fee. A special sticker must be obtained from the state Department of Transportation. At this time, hybrid electric vehicles do not qualify as ILEVs due to the use of conventional gasoline fuel and cannot receive the HOV exemption decal. (Reference Colorado Revised Statutes 42-4-1012)

Point of Contact

Teresa Carrillo
Commercial Vehicle Operations Manager
Colorado Department of Transportation
Phone (303) 757-9716
Fax (303) 757-9719
teresa.carrillo@dot.state.co.us

Low Emission Vehicle (LEV) Sales Tax Exemption

Vehicles, vehicle power sources, or parts used for converting a vehicle power source certified to federal LEV standards or better are exempt from state sales tax. This exemption applies to vehicles, power sources, or parts for vehicles over 10,000 pounds gross vehicle weight rating. (Reference Colorado Revised Statutes 39-26-719)

Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Tax Credit

For tax years beginning prior to January 1, 2011, the Colorado Department of Revenue offers an income tax credit for the cost of construction, reconstruction, or acquisition of an alternative fuel fueling facility that is directly attributable to the storage, compression, charging, or dispensing of alternative fuels to motor vehicles. The credit value is as follows:

For an alternative fuel refueling facility that will be generally accessible for use by the public, in addition to the person claiming the credit, the percentages specified above will be multiplied by 1.25. For an alternative fuel refueling facility that dispenses an alternative fuel derived from a renewable energy source, the credit percentages specified above will be multiplied by 1.25 and requires certification that at least 70% of the alternative fuel dispensed annually is derived from a renewable energy source for a period of 10 years. The credit has a maximum value of $400,000 in any consecutive five-year period for each refueling facility. For more information about this credit, see the Colorado Department of Revenue's Alternative Fuel Income Tax Credits Web site.

(Reference Colorado Revised Statutes 39-22-516)

Point of Contact

Tax Information Call Center
Colorado Department of Revenue
Phone (303) 238-7378
http://www.revenue.state.co.us/main/home.asp

Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) and Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) Tax Credit

An income tax credit is available from the Colorado Department of Revenue for the incremental cost of purchasing an AFV or for the conversion of a vehicle to operate using an alternative fuel. HEVs also qualify for this incentive. This credit is only available in the year during which the vehicle was purchased or converted, and a vehicle may only qualify for this credit one time. For an AFV purchase or conversion that permanently replaces a motor vehicle or power source that is ten or more years old , the percentage specified in the table below is doubled, up to a maximum of 100% of the incremental or conversion cost. To the extent the allowable credit exceeds the person's tax liability for that year the excess may be carried forward for up to five years. Lessees or lessors of qualifying vehicles are also eligible for the credit. The value of the credit is based on the EPA emissions classification of the vehicle as follows:

Tax credits for Model Year 2007 HEVs and AFVs are as follows:

For vehicle eligibility updates and historical credit information, see the Colorado Department of Revenue's Alternative Fuel Income Tax Credit Web site.Neighborhood electric vehicles do not qualify for the AFV credit since they cannot be operated on Colorado highways.

(Reference Colorado Revised Statutes 39-22-516)

Point of Contact

Tax Information Call Center
Colorado Department of Revenue
Phone (303) 238-7378
http://www.revenue.state.co.us/main/home.asp

Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Rebate

A rebate is available from the Colorado Department of Revenue for the purchase of an AFV or for the conversion of a vehicle to operate using an alternative fuel. Vehicles must be owned by the State of Colorado, a political subdivision of the state, or a tax-exempt organization, and be used in connection with the official activities of the entity. HEVs also qualify for this incentive. The rebate is a percentage of the incremental cost if used toward purchasing a new AFV, or is a percentage of the conversion cost if used towards the cost of converting a vehicle to operate using an alternative fuel. For an AFV purchase or conversion that permanently replaces a motor vehicle or power source that is ten or more years old, the percentage specified in the table below is doubled, up to a maximum of 100% of the incremental or conversion cost. Each qualified entity is limited to $350,000 per state fiscal year in total rebates paid. The rebate value is as follows: