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Heavy-Duty Equipment Results

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Heavy-Duty Equipment Results

Senate Bill 170 Dollars at Work

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Voucher Incentives

Base Voucher Amounts

Voucher Amounts:

Equipment Description Base Voucher Amounts
Truck- and Trailer-Mounted TRUs* New Truck-Mounted TRU Up to $50,000
New Trailer-Mounted TRU $65,000
Generator Sets Up to $150,000
*TRU’s less than 19kW can be funded
Large Forklift New Forklift 8,001-12,000 Pound Lift Capacity (Lead Acid Battery) $10,000
New Forklift 8,001-12,000 lbs. lift capacity $15,000
New Forklift 12,001-20,000 lbs. lift capacity $20,000
New Forklift 20,001-29,999 lbs. lift capacity $80,000
New Forklift 30,000-34,000 lbs. lift capacity $100,000
New Forklift 34,001-36,000 lbs. lift capacity $200,000
New Forklift Lift Capacity > 36,001 Pounds Up to $500,000
New Forklift Lift Capacity > 54,001 Pounds Up to $1,000,000
Cargo Handling Equipment (New or Conversion) > 33,000 lbs. lift capacity Up to $1,000,000
Airport Cargo Loader (New or Conversion) 10,000-20,000 lbs. capacity Up to $50,000
> 20,000 lbs. capacity Up to $100,000
Narrow-body and Wide-body Aircraft Tug (New or Conversion) Lead Acid Up to $80,000
Lithium or Fuel Cell Up to $200,000
Railcar Movers and Freight Locomotives 20,000-35,000 lbs. tractive effort Up to $225,000
> 35,000 lbs. tractive effort Up to $1,000,000
Mobile Power Unit (MPU) and Aircraft Ground Power Unit (GPU)* Battery-(Lithium)** $400/kWh up to $300,000 total
Fuel Cell Up to $300,000
*Lead-acid systems are not eligible.
**Grid tied or tethered MPU or GPUs are not CORE eligible.
Construction (New or Conversion) ≥ 19 kW Internal Combustion Equipment Powered Equivalent Up to $500,000
Agriculture (New or Conversion) ≥ 19 kW Internal Combustion Equipment Powered Equivalent Up to $500,000
Commercial Harbor Craft (New) New Equipment ≥ 19 kW Internal Combustion Powered Equivalent Up to $1,000,000
Commercial Harbor Craft (Conversion) ≥ 19kW to 100 kW Up to $250,000
Commercial Harbor Craft (Conversion) 101kW to 299 kW Up to $500,000
Commercial Harbor Craft (Conversion) 300kW to 499 kW Up to $750,000
Commercial Harbor Craft (Conversion) ≥ 500kW Up to $1,000,000
Voucher Enhancements

Voucher Enhancements:

Additional Funding for Small Business or in a Disadvantaged and Low-Income Communities:

Equipment or conversion kit purchased by a small business or those located within a disadvantaged community (DAC) or low-income community for the full project participation period may qualify for an additional 25 % voucher enhancement.

This enhancement combines two cumulative incentives: 10% for deployment in a DAC or low-income community, and 15% for purchases by small businesses.

Small Business Definition: “Small business” is defined in CORE as: [An] independently owned and operated business that is not dominant in its field of operation, the principal office of which is located in California, the officers of which are domiciled in California, and which, together with affiliates, averages annual gross receipts of fifteen million dollars ($15,000,000) or less over the previous three years. Small Business Verification: If a small business enhancement is being requested, purchasers must provide the following information to verify their small business status as defined above: Identify the total revenue, receipts, and sales reported to the Internal Revenue Service in your most recent filing.

Infrastructure Enhancement:

Table 2
Equipment Description Base Voucher Amount
Cargo Handling Equipment, Airport Cargo Loaders, Narrow/Wide-body Aircraft Tugs, Railcar Movers and Freight Locomotives, MPUs and GPUs, Agriculture*, Construction Charging < 50 kW $3,000
Charging ≥ 50 kW $30,000
Hydrogen Fueling $30,000
*Extra Battery $400/kW up to $20,000
Truck- and Trailer-mounted TRUs Charging $3,000**
**Up to three units per trailer-mounted battery-electric TRU 
Hydrogen Fueling $9,000
Large Forklift Charging < 50 kW $3,000
Charging ≥ 50 kW and ≤ 20,000 Pound Lift Capacity $3,000
Charging ≥ 50 kW and > 20,000 Pound Lift Capacity $30,000
Hydrogen Fueling $30,000
Commercial Harbor Craft <99kW Shore Power Voucher $75,000
Commercial Harbor Craft >99kW Zero Emission Advanced Technology Charging Infrastructure Voucher $100,000
Commercial Harbor Craft Zero-Emission Bunkering $100,000
Mobile Power Units  Charging ≥ 50 kW $30,000***
***MPUs deployed as part of an infrastructure enhancement must be CORE eligible MPUs, tethered to the grid, ≥ 50 kWh, and stationary residing at a location for more than 12 consecutive months.

Other California Incentives for Off-Road Equipment and Infrastructure

Advanced Vehicle Technology and Infrastructure Funding Finder Tool

Frequently Asked Questions

Equipment Users

I want to purchase CORE-eligible equipment; how do I apply for a voucher?

In order to access CORE funding/eligible equipment, you must work through an approved CORE dealer who will submit a voucher request on your behalf. CORE-approved dealers secure CORE voucher funding through the online Voucher Processing Center and the incentive is applied at the point of sale. If you have a preferred dealer or equipment in mind, connect us with your dealer, and we can help them become CORE-approved.

Does the size of the fleet matter? No, fleet size does not matter. Requirements and eligibility do not differ based on the size of the fleet.

Can I apply for more than one voucher? Yes.

Do I need to be in compliance with regulations prior to applying for a voucher request?

Purchasers are required to be in full regulatory compliance prior to submitting a voucher request application. If the Project Administrator requests documentation to verify compliance or a valid exemption, and the purchaser fails to provide such documentation within 30 calendar days, the voucher request may be subject to cancellation. Purchasers may submit a new voucher request for CORE funding once compliance is verified.

DOORS: Off-Road Diesel (ORD) Regulation

All eligible equipment types except TRUs and CHC

TRUCRS: Truck Regulation Upload, Compliance and Reporting System

TRUs only

ARBER: Air Resources Board Equipment Registration

TRUs only

CHC: Commercial Harbor Craft Regulation

CHC only

How long does a purchaser need to have been operating in California to qualify for a CORE voucher?

The purchaser must show proof of business operations in the State of California for a minimum of one year prior to voucher request. This must include proof of valid registration with the Secretary of State for the business entity (CARB or its designee may utilize the California Secretary of State Business Search portal to determine validity of business entity registration) or provide a valid business license issued by the municipality in which the purchaser operates.

Program Basics

What is the Clean Off-Road Equipment Voucher Incentive Project (CORE)? The CORE Project was established to reduce price barriers, enabling users to adopt more zero-emission equipment. Created by the California Air Resources Board (CARB) in 2017, CORE provides point-of-sale discount vouchers that reduce the purchase cost of equipment operated in California. CORE Project vouchers make zero-emission equipment as affordable as their traditional fossil-fueled counterparts at the point of sale. Funded equipment includes off-road equipment used at ports, rail yards, distribution centers, freight facilities, construction sites, and agricultural industries. CARB recognizes that this equipment has the proven ability to reduce criteria and greenhouse gas pollutants in California and aims to accelerate the penetration of this cleaner equipment to help meet clean-air regulations and climate change goals. The CORE Project is part of the California Climate Investments, a statewide initiative that invests Cap and Trade dollars.

Who are eligible purchasers? Due to current budget constraints, funding for CORE for Fiscal Year 2024-25 funds (anticipated to launch in Summer 2025) will be limited to small businesses and public agencies as eligible purchasers. This temporary restriction is intended to ensure that limited program resources are directed toward applicants most in need of financial support for zero-emission equipment deployment.

How can I be notified of CORE news and events? Sign up for the CORE Project listserv by completing the Contact Us form.

How do we know how much money is available? The funding ticker at the top of the home page represents funding availability. This reflects the real-time funding availability based on the vouchers requested.

How do I know what equipment is eligible for CORE? All CORE-eligible equipment can be found in the CORE Eligible Equipment Catalog.

What are the base voucher amounts? Base voucher amounts vary based on equipment and consider factors such as type, battery or hydrogen fueling, battery capacity, etc. Please see the base voucher amounts table above for information on voucher pricing. Additional funding is available for infrastructure, small businesses, and equipment deployed in disadvantaged and low-income (DAC) communities.

Is stacking allowed with other funding, grants, incentives, etc.? While CORE does not prohibit combining its vouchers with other incentive programs, the total combined public funding (i.e., “stacking”) cannot exceed 100% of the total equipment cost—or, in the case of conversion kits, 100% of the cost of the kit plus installation (excluding taxes and fees).

What is a disadvantaged community (DAC)? How can I determine eligibility for a DAC “Plus Up”? A DAC is an area within California that is especially vulnerable to pollution and climate change because of socioeconomic and geographic factors. Additionally, DACs are areas with low income, high unemployment, low levels of homeownership, high rent burden, sensitive populations, or low levels of educational attainment. CORE provides increased incentives for equipment domiciled within disadvantaged and low-income communities. The DAC plus-up in CORE is an additional 10% enhancement of the base voucher amount. To determine if the equipment qualifies for a DAC “Plus Up” (increased funding), enter the domicile address in the address search bar on this map.

What is the three-month funding cap in CORE? For the first three months following the opening of the program, each equipment type will fall into one of the funding categories.

  1. TRUs (both truck and trailer mounted)
  2. Large forklifts and cargo handling equipment
  3. Airport ground support equipment (airport cargo loarders, narrow- and wide-body aircraft tugs, and aircraft GPUs)
  4. Railcar movers and freight locamotives
  5. MPUs and mobile shore power cable management systems
  6. Agricultural and construction equipment
  7. Commercial harbor craft

Note: CARB reserves the right to adjust any caps within the three-month period or extend the cap period beyond three months, if warranted. Infrastructure, DACs, and small business requests are included in category caps.

What is considered a small business? “Small business” is defined in CORE as: [An] independently owned and operated business that is not dominant in its field of operation, the principal office of which is located in California, the officers of which are domiciled in California, and which, together with affiliates, averages annual gross receipts of fifteen million dollars ($15,000,000).

Dealers and Manufacturers

I represent a dealership. How do I apply for a voucher? Each staff member at a dealership interested in participating in the CORE Project must individually complete the following steps outlined below:

The dealership must sell CARB-approved equipment featured in the Eligible Equipment Catalog.

Submit a CORE Dealer Registration Form

Be prepared to accept dealer terms and conditions

Provide a copy of your dealership’s signed W-9

Allow up to 30 days for your Dealer Registration Form to be reviewed. After review, you will be sent a link to the CORE Dealer Training Module. You must complete the training and receive a minimum score of 80% on the final weighted quiz.

Voucher Processing Center credentials will be issued within 30 days of approved status.

For additional assistance, contact a CORE Project Administrator at [email protected].

I am a previously approved dealer; do I need to re-enroll? No, previously approved dealers do not need to re-register.

I’m having trouble accessing the Voucher Processing Center. What should I do? You should reach out to [email protected]. The Dealer Enrollment Team can help you restore access.

My co-worker is CORE-eligible. Can I use their Voucher Processing Center login? No. Each staff member at a dealership interested in participating in the CORE Project must individually complete dealer enrollment to receive a Voucher Processing Center login. Sharing login credentials is strictly prohibited

Is equipment that is delivered/titled/paid for prior to a voucher request submittal eligible for funding? No.

Are demo equipment purchases eligible for funding? No. In situations where the purchaser holds an equity interest in the manufacturer (or vice versa); where the purchaser and manufacturer are owned, partially or wholly, by a third party; or where the purchaser and manufacturer share common corporate officials who are responsible for the overall direction of each entity, such purchases shall be considered purchases by the manufacturer, itself, for the purposes of CORE and are not eligible for CORE voucher funding.

How does equipment become CORE-eligible? The California Air Resources Board evaluates equipment eligibility. Learn more HERE.

Tools

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Check New Model Availability

Zero-Emission Technology Inventory (ZETI) is a resource for exploring commercially available zero-emission off-road equipment worldwide. This interactive database lets users compare specifications, check regional availability, and discover models ready for immediate production. Now the search process is more inclusive than ever with more off-road equipment categories, including construction, cargo-handling equipment, terminal tractors, and transport refrigeration units from prominent manufacturers.

Get the information you need to identify CORE-eligible solutions and make smart purchasing decisions on the journey to alternative off-road equipment.

ZETI Logo Tool Final

Check New Model Availability

Zero-Emission Technology Inventory (ZETI) is a resource for exploring commercially available zero-emission off-road equipment worldwide. This interactive database lets users compare specifications, check regional availability, and discover models ready for immediate production. Now the search process is more inclusive than ever with more off-road equipment categories, including construction, cargo-handling equipment, terminal tractors, and transport refrigeration units from prominent manufacturers.

Get the information you need to identify CORE-eligible solutions and make smart purchasing decisions on the journey to alternative off-road equipment.