Resources to guide your transition to alternative fuels are increasing by the day.
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Learn about alternative fuels
The US Department of Energy’s Alternative Fuels Data Center offers a wealth of information for you to learn more.
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Station locations
Use this station locator to learn where you can charge up or fill your tank. You may be surprised how many stations are available for alternative fuels.
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Idaho laws and incentives
Learn about what incentives may be available to you as you transition to an alternative fuel vehicle. In addition, learn in what ways various laws may impact your experience as a user of alternative fuels.
Funding Opportunities
ODOT has opened the fifth round of its Community Charging Rebates program, providing approximately $5.5 million for EV charging projects at multifamily housing, workplaces, and publicly accessible parking areas. This round expands eligibility to include DC fast charging, with rebates of up to $8,000 per Level 2 port and $80,000 per DC fast charging port. Eligible applicants include businesses, nonprofits, public entities, Tribes, and multifamily property owners.
Community Charging Rebate Program
Oregon Department of Transportation
Application Deadline: On a rolling basis until funds are exhausted
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has announced $180 million through the 2026 Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) National Program to replace or upgrade older diesel engines and equipment with cleaner technologies. Eligible applicants include government and Tribal agencies, port authorities, nonprofits, higher education institutions, and eligible fleets. Funding can support vehicle and equipment replacements, cleaner or zero-emission engines, emissions-reduction technologies, idling reduction, alternative fuels, and fuel-efficiency improvements. Questions are due November 24, 2026.
Diesel Emissions Reduction Act
Environmental Protection Agency
Application Deadline: January 22, 2027
The program connects community stakeholders with national laboratory experts to provide 40–60 hours of free, short-term technical assistance over 3–4 months. This support addresses near-term clean energy challenges across areas such as clean power, mobility, buildings, and the grid. Eligible participants include local governments, tribes, metropolitan and regional planning organizations, community-based and nongovernmental organizations, municipal or cooperative utilities, and academic institutions. Currently ongoing.
Technical Assistance | Expert Match Energy to Communities Program
National Laboratory of the Rockies
Application Deadline: on a rolling basis
The Airport Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) and Infrastructure Pilot Program improves airport air quality and facilitates use of zero emissions technologies at airports. Created in 2012, the program allows airport sponsors to use Airport Improvement Program (AIP) funds to purchase ZEVs and to construct or modify infrastructure needs to use ZEVs.
The annual deadline for pre-applications is November 1 each year. Airports must submit pre-applications to their FAA Airports District Office (or FAA Regional Office for Regions without ADOs) by that date.
Airport Zero Emissions Vehicle and Infrastructure Pilot Program
Federal Aviation Administration
Application Deadline: November 1st, each year
Newsletter Archives
Previous Webinars
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Air Quality and Motor Vehicle Emissions Testing in the Treasure Valley
Webinar recorded on 9.22.2022
David Luft with the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality gave a presentation on the current status of air quality in the Treasure Valley, the history and future of motor vehicle emission testing in the Valley, what has already occurred and what is expected to occur, and what the expected impacts to air quality will be based on the motor vehicle emission testing changes
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Electric Refuse Trucks in the Treasure Valley
Webinar recorded on 11.10.2022
Electric Refuse Trucks have made their way to the Treasure Valley, Idaho and the Treasure Valley Clean Cities Coalition teamed up with Republic Services to share their experience and answer questions.
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Renewable Diesel Introduction
Meeting recorded on 10.11.2024
Treasure Valley Clean Cities hosted a Renewable Diesel (RD99) introduction event with both in-person and virtual participation. We had in person and virtual attendees, representing Idaho Power, Boise State University, the City of Boise Fleet Services, Coeur d'Alene Tribe, WinCo Foods, Idaho Fish & Game, and more. The event covered technical specifications, performance data, production processes, environmental benefits, market trends, policy updates, and financial considerations. We’re excited to announce that RD99 is now available at Conrad & Bischoff in Nampa, ID, both at the pump and for delivery.
