Applications are open
Clean Fleet EV Incentive Program
New Jersey's Clean Energy Program aims to achieve a 100% clean energy future. Through the Clean Fleet EV and EV Charging Program, local, state and nonprofit entities are eligible for incentives toward the purchase of electric vehicles and equipment for their fleet charging.
Status
Applications are open
July 1, 2025 - Program open through June 30, 2026 or until funds are expended.
Program Contacts
Relevant Audiences
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About the Program
The Clean Fleet Electric Vehicle Incentive Program supports local and state governments as they transition their fleets to EVs. The Program allows local and state government entities in New Jersey to apply for grants toward the purchase of light-duty battery electric vehicles, Class 2b-6 battery electric vehicles, and Level 2 charging equipment.
For more information about the program, please visit the Charge Up New Jersey website.
Eligibility
Equipment
Any brand of Level 2 charging equipment with standard connectors available for use by all EVs is eligible provided that the charging equipment is:
- ENERGY STAR® Certified
- Dual port
- UL2594 listed
- Capable of networking with a state compliant network provider
Any brand of DCFC charging equipment is eligible provided that the equipment is:
- Dual port
- UL2202 listed
- Capable of networking with a state compliant network providor
- DCFCs that are ENERGY STAR® Certified are eligible for an additional $5,000 incentive
Vehicles
All new and used BEVs up to Federal Highway Administration Class 6 may be eligible for incentive funding. Neighborhood electric vehicles (NEVs), such as electric golf carts and other similar EVs, are not eligible for an incentive.
Entities
Incentives are available to many local, state, and nonprofit groups including, but not limited to:
Local government
Local government entities
Local schools
Nonprofit organizations
State government
State agencies
State boards or commissions
State universities
County government
County authorities
Incentives
Incentive Amounts
| Equipment | Incentive Amount (each) |
|---|---|
| Light-Duty BEV | Up to $4,000 |
| Class 2B-6 BEV | Up to $10,000 |
| Public Level 2 EV Charging Equipment | Up to $5,000 (Up to 90% of the cost of the Charger) |
| Fleet Level 2 EV Charging Equipment | Up to $4,000 (Up to 90% of the cost of the Charger) |
| DCFC EV Charger, 50-100 kW | Up to $60,000 (Up to 90% of the cost of the Charger) |
| DCFC EV Charger, 100-200 kW | Up to $100,000 (Up to 90% of the cost of the Charger) |
| DCFC EV Charger, 200+ kW | Up to $180,000 (Up to 90% of the cost of the Charger) |
| Level 2 Charging make-ready costs | Up to $5,000 (Up to 50% of the cost) |
| DCFC make-ready costs | Up to $50,000 (Up to 50% of the cost) |
Award Caps
Award Caps for Local Governments, Local Government Entities, Local Schools and Non-Profit Organizations
| Population Served | Battery Electric Vehicles | Dual Port L2 Charging Equipment | DCFC Charging Stations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Up to 20,000 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| 20,001-50,000 | 10 | 4 | 2 |
| 50,001-100,000 | 14 | 8 | 4 |
| Over 100,000 | 20 | 15 | 8 |
Award Caps for State Government, State Agencies, Boards or Commissions, State Universities, County Government and County Authorities
| Battery Electric Vehicles | Level 2 Charging Equipment | DCFC Charging Station |
|---|---|---|
| 20 | 15 | 8 |
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Related Resources
Electric vehicle charging stations that receive funding from New Jersey state agencies must collect and report data from a Pre-Qualified Network Service Provider. Find more information about Network Service Providers here.
Utility-Run Electric Vehicle IncentivesCertain electric vehicle charging stations in New Jersey may be eligible for additional incentives directly from their electric utility. A list of incentives can be found here.