Transportation electrification open funding opportunities for August 2026

Apply for the Washington State Department of Transportation — WE-Bike e-bike Rebate Program

  • Who can apply: Washington residents, ages 16 and up.
  • Qualifying expenses: Rebate can be used for qualifying e-bikes, e-cargo bikes and adaptive e-bikes.
  • Total funding amount: $7 million.
  • Program end date: March 29, 2027.

Apply for the Federal Transit Administration – FY 2026 Notice of Funding Opportunity: Grants for Buses and Bus Facilities Infrastructure Programs

  • Who can apply: States, local government entities, and federally recognized Indian tribes.
  • Qualifying projects: For the Low-No Program, projects include purchasing or leasing low- or zero-emission buses.
  • Total funding amount: $589 million for the Low- or No-Emission Grant Program.
  • Application due date: 11:59 p.m. Eastern time, September 21, 2026.

Apply for the Washington Department of Transportation — Washington Zero-Emission Incentive Program (WAZIP)

  • Who can apply: Business, nonprofit, tribal nation or government entities that are based in Washington and have operated in Washington for at least one year. Check the website for other requirements.
  • Qualifying projects: Point of sale discounts on medium- and heavy-duty zero-emission vehicles and equipment.
  • Total funding amount: More than $112 million.
  • Vouchers available: Fiscal year 25–27; check current funding availability.
  • For a list of previous and future funding opportunities, please refer to the EV Council Program Catalog.