State of Ohio Provides Funds for the Alternative Fuel Transportation Grant Program

The Ohio Department of Development’s Ohioan Energy Office (ODOD/OEO) is soliciting applications from retail businesses for the purchase and installation of alternative fuel refueling facilities. The Alternative Fuel Transportation (AFT) Grant Program is authorized pursuant to Section 122.075 of the Ohio Revised Code. This Notice of Funds Available (NOFA) is intended to commit the balance of funds available for FY 2008.

Biofuels Retail Grants
Applicants are eligible for a maximum grant of $20,000 per station per fuel for the new installation of E85 or B20 dispensing equipment. The grant also provides up to $2500 in marketing funds for new or existing retail ethanol and/or biodiesel locations. Funding will be awarded on a first come first serve basis to qualified applicants. If you have any questions or you would like Clean Fuels Ohio to assist you in the grant process, please feel free to contact us via email or at (614)884-7336. More...

B20 Biodiesel School Bus Grant Program
Additionally, the Ohio Department of Development is currently accepting applications for a new grant program aimed at helping K-12 agencies purchase biodiesel for their fleets. For more information on the B20 Biodiesel School Bus Grant Program, click here...