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Mecklenburg County GRADE Grants to Replace Aging Diesel Engines

Air quality grants that help replace or repower older diesel vehicles and equipment in the Charlotte region.

About this program

Mecklenburg County Air Quality administers GRADE, Grants to Replace Aging Diesel Engines, to reduce ozone-forming emissions by funding eligible replacement, repower, or retrofit projects for older diesel vehicles and equipment.

Eligibility

Eligible businesses, nonprofits, and public entities operating qualifying diesel vehicles or equipment in the Charlotte region.

Requirements

  • Own or operate eligible aging diesel equipment or vehicles
  • Submit project details, emissions information, quotes, and replacement or repower plan
  • Enter grant agreement, complete eligible project, and dispose of old equipment if required