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Funding Opportunities

The electric vehicle (EV) space is dynamic, with new funding opportunities announced every month to accelerate the electrification of fleet vehicles and equipment. This webpage is updated regularly with information on funding resources including charging infrastructure, vehicle vouchers, and electric school buses.

Building charging infrastructure to support the growing adoption of EVs is a priority for Washington. To prepare for these grant opportunities, potential applicants are encouraged to:

  • Determine how on-site charging may benefit your organization and community.
  • Consult with your electric utility regarding your site’s readiness and capacity for the proposed project. If you do not own the property, consider drafting a site-host agreement.
  • Familiarize your organization with the state procurement process and permitting process.

And of course, contact the Green Transportation Program to get help from our team of Green Fleet Advisors. For example, we keep information about previous grant opportunities, and lots of tips and suggestions from previous grant winners. We can help.

Current Opportunities

Up & Go Electric – Puget Sound Energy (PSE)

This opportunity covers up to 100% of equipment and installation costs for Level 2 and DC fast charging ports and transmission upgrades. There are various options depending on whether users want a PSE-owned or customer-owned port. There are maximum per-port incentives as well, depending on the charger type and for customer-owned projects whose sites directly serve and/or benefit historically underrepresented communities.

Who is eligible
Any customer located in PSE’s electric service area who is interested in installing public chargers, fleet chargers, multifamily chargers, workplace chargers or home charging.

Eligible project types
Level 2 Chargers, DC Fast Chargers

Application period
June 30, 2025 – Present (Ongoing)

Learn more about PSE Up & Go Electric

Washington Zero-Emission Incentive Program (WAZIP)—Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT)

WAZIP helps businesses and commercial fleets save money when they buy or lease cleaner vehicles and equipment. WAZIP is funded by Washington’s Climate Commitment Act (CCA) managed by WSDOT and administered by CALSTART.

WAZIP offers point of sale vouchers that lower the upfront cost of eligible zero-emission on-road vehicles and off-road equipment. Purchasers can choose from a catalog of approved models and work directly with participating sellers to complete their purchase.
WAZIP offers:

  • Discounts at the time of purchase or lease (as long as available funding lasts)
  • Support finding a ZEV that fits your needs
  • Technical and infrastructure support to ensure fleet readiness

Who is eligible
Businesses, nonprofits, Tribal nations or government entities that are based in Washington State, have operated in Washington for at least one year and be in good standing with state and federal agencies. Usage of the vehicle or equipment must be 75% in Washington and solely for business or commercial purposes.

Eligible project types
New and used on-road vehicles (Class 2b-8) and new off-road equipment

Application period
April 29, 2026 – Present (Ongoing, while funds last)

Learn more about WAZIP

Federal Tax Credits

Tax Incentives

Act fast! Local governments, tribes, and other qualifying entities that invest in clean commercial vehicles, charging equipment, and other clean energy infrastructure can get tax credits as direct payments from the IRS. These new benefits are offered to entities that don’t pay taxes or receive tax credits, such as schools; state, local, and tribal governments; nonprofit organizations; U.S. territories; hospitals; and places of worship.

Lawyers for Good Government provides resources and expert advice if you have questions related to federal changes that could impact climate funding and tax credits.

Washington State University Energy Program
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greentransportation@ep.wsu.edu