Volkswagen Mitigation Grants

Ohio EPA announces new grant awards of nearly $8 million to install DC fast charging stations for electric vehicles at 32 locations along major highways. Ohio EPA also announces new grant awards of $5.5 million to replace aging non-road equipment. To see a list of funded projects, please visit the VW Mitigation Grant webpage.

Ohio Environmental Education Fund

Applications submitted during the January 2023 grant cycle are currently under review. The next application cycle will open in May, with Letters of Intent to apply due to be entered within OEEF’s grant management system no later than July 10, 2023 and complete applications due no later than July 17, 2023. For application guidelines and more information, please visit the Ohio Environmental Education Fund webpage.

Clean Diesel School Bus Grants

We are celebrating ten years and more than 3,600 school buses equipped with pollution controls! For information, visit the Clean School Bus Grants webpage. This program is no longer accepting new applications. Interested school districts in eligible counties may apply for replacement buses through the VW Mitigation Grants program.

Diesel Emission Reduction Grants

The 2022 DERG application cycle to replace transit buses is now closed, and the list of awarded grants is posted. The 2023 application cycle is expected to open in September. For more information and materials, please visit the Diesel Emission Reduction Grants webpage.

Alternative Fuel Vehicle Conversion Grants

All of the available $5 million in funding has been awarded. For information on funded projects, please visit the Alternative Fuel Vehicle Grants webpage.

Environmental Science and Engineering Scholarships

The next deadline to apply is April 17, 2023. For information, please visit the Scholarships & Careers webpage.