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Emissions Reduction Incentive Grants (ERIG) Application Forms and Information

A Program of the Texas Emissions Reduction Plan (TERP)



Are Applications Currently Being Accepted?

Applications are currently not being accepted under the ERIG program. The most recent grant application round ended on April 11, 2008. Applications are currently being reviewed and grant selections will be announced as soon as possible.

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What Projects Are Eligible for a Grant?

For complete information on the types of projects and expenses that may be eligible for a grant, refer to the latest Requests for Grant Applications  (RFA) and the TERP Guidelines for Emissions Reduction Incentive Grants (April 2008). General information about eligible applicants, eligible counties, and the types of projects that may be funded is provided below.

Eligible Applicants. Any person (i.e., individual, corporation, organization, governmental agency, business or any other legal entity) who operates or plans to operate on-road heavy-duty vehicles, non-road equipment, or stationary engines primarily in one or more of the nonattainment areas or other eligible counties of the state is potentially eligible for a grant. For infrastructure projects, persons owning or operating the infrastructure in an eligible county may also be eligible for funding.

For particular funding periods, the TCEQ may limit eligibility to certain types of applicants and/or to certain counties. In some cases, the TCEQ may also allow a person other than the owner or operator of the vehicle or equipment to apply for and receive a grant, as long as the grant-funded project supports activities that meet these guidelines and will help to achieve the goals of the TERP.

Eligible Counties. The counties in which projects may be eligible for funding include the state’s air quality nonattainment areas and other affected counties.

The TCEQ may limit funding under a grant application period to eligible projects in certain counties. Be sure to read the RFA before applying for a grant.

Map of eligible counties.

Eligible Projects. Projects eligible for funding under this program are intended to reduce NOx emissions in eligible counties. Vehicles and equipment used primarily for competition or recreational purposes are not eligible for funding under any of the project categories. The TCEQ may more narrowly define or limit the types of eligible activities for a particular funding period. The types of projects that may be eligible for funding include:


  • On-Road Heavy-Duty Vehicles (8,500 lbs. or more)
    • Purchase or lease
    • Replacement
    • Repower
    • Retrofit or add-on of emission-reduction technology


  • Non-Road Equipment (25 hp or greater)
    • Purchase or lease
    • Replacement
    • Repower
    • Retrofit or add-on of emission-reduction technology


  • Marine Vessels
    • Purchase or lease
    • Replacement
    • Repower
    • Retrofit or add-on of emission-reduction technology


  • Locomotives
    • Purchase or lease
    • Replacement
    • Repower
    • Retrofit or add-on of emission-reduction technology


  • Stationary Equipment
    • Purchase or lease
    • Replacement
    • Repower
    • Retrofit or add-on of emission-reduction technology


  • Refueling Infrastructure (for qualifying fuel)


  • On-Site Electrification and Idle Reduction Infrastructure


  • On-Vehicle Electrification and Idle Reduction Infrastructure


  • Rail Relocation and Improvement
   

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How Do I Apply for a Grant?

The TERP Application forms are currently being revised and will be posted at a later date.

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Grant Application Forms and Related Information

The TERP Application forms are currently being revised and will be posted at a later date.



Automate Your TERP Monitoring - GPS Information (PDF)


After a TERP grant has been awarded, these forms and documents will assist you in administering your grant.

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