January 2026 transportation electrification open funding opportunities

WA Dept. of Ecology – Rails, Keels and Wheels

  • Who can apply:Organizations licensed in Washington state. State, local or tribal governments and related entities in Washington.
  • Qualifying projects: Available to transition switcher locomotives, tugboats, emergency vehicles, paratransit, and other medium-and heavy-duty local freight vehicles to all-electric models to reduce toxic diesel emissions from diesel vehicles, engines, and equipment in Washington.
  • Total funding amount: Approximately $25 million.
  • Application due date: January 22, 2026

WA Dept. of Transportation – Zero-emission Vehicle Infrastructure Partnership grant

  • Who can apply: Nonprofit organizations, tribes, and state and local government agencies.
  • Qualifying projects: Installation of new or upgraded DCFC equipment, within 1 travel mile of a state route, and with a minimum of four networked charging ports delivering 150 kilowatts of simultaneous charging.
  • Total funding amount: Approximately $22.5 million.
  • Application due date: February 12, 2026, by 5 p.m.

For a list of previous and future funding opportunities please refer to the EV Council Program Catalog.