Carl Moyer Program
The Carl Moyer Memorial Air Quality Standards Attainment Program is a voluntary program that reduces emissions by funding diesel, alternative-fueled, and zero-emission replacement engines, vehicles, and equipment.
How to Apply
Visit our Apply for Funding page to see which project categories are eligible for funding right now.
Eligible Project Types
- Equipment & vehicle replacement
- Engine replacement (repower)
- Power system conversion
- Engine retrofit
- Battery charging & alternative fueling infrastructure
Eligible Project Categories
- Agricultural equipment
- Off-road equipment
- Locomotives
- Marine vessels and equipment
- Public school buses
- Heavy-duty trucks and transit buses
- Infrastructure
Key Eligibility Criteria for Funded Vehicles, Engines, and Equipment
- Existing equipment must be operational.
- Existing and replacement equipment must operate within the Air District’s jurisdiction.
- Documentation of usage, ownership, estimated project costs, and engine emissions certification must be provided.
- With limited exceptions, emission reductions must be voluntary and cannot be mandatory or used to meet compliance requirements before completion of the grant contract term.
- Applicants must submit an application, be awarded, and enter into a funding agreement with the Air District prior to starting their projects. Applicants must not make binding financial commitments or orders before grant contract execution.
- Old vehicles, engines, and equipment must be scrapped and destroyed.
- Co-funding is possible in some circumstances.
- Applicants applying for funding must document current compliance with all applicable regulations. Questions about CARB regulations or compliance should be directed to CARB staff at 1-800-242-4450 or helpline@arb.ca.gov.
- Note: See specific project categories above for additional requirements and details.
Resources
- Online annual reporting procedures for CMP projects (859 Kb PDF, 3 pgs, posted 8/6/2018)
- ARB Carl Moyer Program website
- Policies and procedures (coming soon)
Workshops and Events
Visit our Apply for Funding page to get the latest events and workshops.
