[vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1662725487098{padding-top: 250px !important;background-image: url(https://deptest.nj.gov/drivegreen/wp-content/uploads/sites/88/1.png?id=1354) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”118″ img_size=”medium” alignment=”right” css=”.vc_custom_1634577647245{margin-top: -250px !important;}”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_section full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1634654909868{padding-bottom: 15px !important;background-color: #ffffff !important;}”][vc_row equal_height=”yes”][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”3277″ img_size=”800×800″ style=”vc_box_shadow_3d” css=””][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]

Incentives to Drive Green

[/vc_column_text][vc_separator color=”green” border_width=”3″ css=”.vc_custom_1634579954800{margin-top: -40px !important;}”][vc_column_text]There are valuable state, federal, and utility incentives to make the transition to electric easier.[/vc_column_text][info-box-shortcode horizontal=”true” title=”EV and EVSE Incentive Programs” buttontitle=”Learn more” buttonlink=”https://deptest.nj.gov/drivegreen/wp-content/uploads/sites/88/pdf/incentivesummary.pdf” targetlink=”true” bgimg=”759″]The EV and EVSE Incentive Program Summary identifies the EV and EVSE programs in New Jersey and lists their incentive details. This Summary also charts the type of vehicles and applicants that are allowed by each program.[/info-box-shortcode][/vc_column][/vc_row][/vc_section][vc_section full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1765291874695{background: #ffffff url(https://deptest.nj.gov/drivegreen/wp-content/uploads/sites/88/drivegreen-banner2.png?id=218) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}” el_class=”backgroundimage”][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1765291975890{margin-bottom: 2vw !important;border-top-width: 1px !important;border-right-width: 1px !important;border-bottom-width: 1px !important;border-left-width: 1px !important;background-color: #FFFFFF !important;border-radius: 5px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1765292041941{padding-left: 1vw !important;}”]

State Incentives

[/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion section_title_tag=”p” style=”modern” color=”white” spacing=”5″ active_section=”1″ no_fill=”true” collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section title=”Charge Up New Jersey: Rebates for Electric Vehicle Purchase or Lease” tab_id=”charge-up-new-jersey”][vc_column_text css=””]Receive an incentive of up to $1,500 (or $4,000 for income-qualifying residents) when you purchase or lease a new all-electric vehicle in New Jersey.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Learn more” color=”green” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fchargeup.njcleanenergy.com%2F”][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Charge Up New Jersey: EV Charger Incentive” tab_id=”1659452720165-02003fdd-8089″][vc_column_text]Receive a rebate of up to $250 when you purchase an eligible electric vehicle charger for your home. This incentive can be combined with utility incentives for installation of a home charger.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Learn more” color=”green” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fchargeup.njcleanenergy.com%2Fev-charger-incentive|target:_blank”][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”It Pay$ to Plug In: NJ’s Electric Vehicle Charging Grants Program” tab_id=”it-pays-to-plug-in”][vc_column_text]Grants to offset the cost to purchase electric vehicle charging stations. Eligible locations include public parking lots and garages, apartments and condominiums, workplaces, hotels, retail, downtown areas, rest stops, and more. These grants can be combined with utility incentives for installation of charging stations.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Learn more” color=”green” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fdeptest.nj.gov%2Fdrivegreen%2Fit-pays-to-plug-in%2F”][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”eMobility: Grants for Electric Car-sharing and Ride-hailing Services” tab_id=”emobility-grants-for-electric-car-sharing-and-ride-hailing-services”][vc_column_text]Grants for electric shared mobility project such as electric car sharing and ride hailing. Projects that benefit low- or moderate-income communities that are disproportionately impacted by air pollution will be prioritized.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Learn more” color=”green” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fdeptest.nj.gov%2Fdrivegreen%2Femobility%2F”][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Diesel Vehicle and Equipment Electrification Grants” tab_id=”diesel-vehicle-and-equipment-electrification-grants”][vc_column_text]Grants to replace old diesel trucks, buses, port equipment, marine vessels, and trains with electric power and to offset the cost of associated charging infrastructure.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Learn more” color=”green” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fnj.gov%2Fdep%2Fstopthesoot%2Fsts-retrofits.htm”][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”New Jersey Zero Emission Incentive Program (NJ ZIP)” tab_id=”new-jersey-zero-emission-incentive-program”][vc_column_text]Vouchers towards purchasing new, zero-emission medium-duty and heavy-duty vehicles vehicles that will operate in New Jersey. Eligible entities include micro- and small businesses and institutions to reduce emissions in overburdened communities.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Learn more” color=”green” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.njeda.com%2Fnjzip%2F”][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”EV Tourism” tab_id=”1659452865368-5c1b05a3-bc07″][vc_column_text]Locations ranging from boardwalks, parks, and other unique attractions, as well as overnight lodging, establishments can apply for grants for Level 2 charging stations and DC Fast Charging stations.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Learn more” color=”green” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fnjcleanenergy.com%2Fev|target:_blank”][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Multi Unit Dwelling (MUD) EV Charger Incentive” tab_id=”1659452924352-18e1753d-9362″][vc_column_text]Designed to encourage owners and operators of MUDs to provide EV chargers for residents and guests, the program offers incentives to support the purchase and installation of eligible Level 2 EV charging equipment.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Learn more” color=”green” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fnjcleanenergy.com%2Fev|target:_blank”][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Multi Unit Dwelling Grant Program Comparison” tab_id=”1659453043363-4330550d-239c”][vc_column_text]NJDEP and NJBPU have grant programs available for multi-unit dwellings. See the document below for a comparison of the programs.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Learn more” color=”green” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fdeptest.nj.gov%2Fdrivegreen%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2Fsites%2F88%2Fpdf%2Fmud-toolkit%2Fdep-v-bpu-mud-comparison.pdf|target:_blank”][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Clean Fleet Electric Vehicle Incentive Program: Funding for State and Local Government Authorities” tab_id=”clean-fleet-electric-vehicle-incentive-program”][vc_column_text]Grants to help state and local governments transition to electrically fueled fleets. Eligible applicants can receive grants toward the purchase of battery electric vehicles, public Level 2 charging stations, and fleet Level 2 charging stations.

Eligible entities include local schools, municipal commissions, state agencies or boards, state commissions, state universities, community colleges, county government, and county authorities, in addition to municipalities, municipal utility authorities, and state agencies.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Learn more” color=”green” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.njcleanenergy.com%2Fev|target:_blank”][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”EZ Pass Green Pass Discount on Garden State Parkway and New Jersey Turnpike Tolls” tab_id=”ez-pass-green-pass-discount”][vc_column_text]Electric vehicles are qualified to receive reduced toll rates via the Green Pass Discount through their EZ Pass accounts: 10% discount on the off-peak rate for the New Jersey Turnpike and Garden State Parkway. Customers must enroll in the plan and provide proof of eligibility. To apply, call New Jersey E-ZPass at 1-888-AUTOTOLL (1-888-288-6865)[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Learn more” color=”green” link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Fwww.njta.com%2Ftoll-calculator”][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”HOV Lane Access” tab_id=”hov-lane-access”][vc_column_text]High-occupancy vehicle lanes, or HOV lanes, are located on sections of the New Jersey Turnpike and are set aside during peak travel times for vehicles carrying three or more people. Electric vehicles can drive in the HOV lanes, regardless of the number of passengers in the vehicle. Click the link for details and restrictions.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Learn more” color=”green” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.njta.com%2Ftravel-resources%2Froadside-assistance-turnpike”][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Overview of State Incentives” tab_id=”overview-of-state-incentives”][vc_column_text]Summary of all current New Jersey electric vehicle incentives and funding opportunities, plus relevant laws, regulations, and other initiatives related to alternative fuels and vehicles, advanced technologies, or air quality.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Learn more” color=”green” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fafdc.energy.gov%2Flaws%2Fall%3Fstate%3DNJ%23State%2520Incentives”][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][/vc_column][/vc_row][/vc_section][vc_section full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1634654948545{background-color: #ffffff !important;}”][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]

Federal Incentives

[/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion section_title_tag=”p” style=”modern” color=”white” spacing=”5″ active_section=”1″ no_fill=”true” collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section title=”Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)” tab_id=”inflation-reduction-act”][vc_column_text]The Inflation Reduction Act changed a wide range of tax laws and provided funds to improve services and technology to make tax filing easier. Since the Inflation Reduction Act is a 10-year plan, the changes won’t happen immediately.  One provision changes the eligibility rules to claim a tax credit for clean vehicles. This took effect as soon as the law was signed. More details about clean vehicles and other tax provisions will be available.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Learn more” color=”green” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fdeptest.nj.gov%2Fdrivegreen%2Finflation-reduction-act%2F”][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Plug-in Electric Drive Vehicle Credit” tab_id=”1675260250916-c2534448-ea71″][vc_column_text]

EV Tax Credit Changes for 2023

The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) provided for a Clean Vehicle Tax Credit to provide for investment in clean energy and transportation technology.  Changes to the tax credit mean that new clean vehicles are eligible for up to $7,500 depending on battery size, and previously owned vehicles are eligible for up to $4,000.  Some of the requirements include: the vehicle must be made by a qualified manufacturer, have final assembly in North America, and income limits do apply to taxpayers.  Please visit these websites for more information.

[/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_btn title=”Plug In America Guidance” color=”green” align=”center” button_block=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fpluginamerica.org%2Fpolicy%2Fwhat-you-need-to-know-about-2023-ev-tax-credits%2F|title:https%3A%2F%2Fpluginamerica.org%2Fpolicy%2Fwhat-you-need-to-know-about-2023-ev-tax-credits%2F|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_btn title=”IRS Fact Sheet” color=”green” align=”center” button_block=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.irs.gov%2Fpub%2Ftaxpros%2Ffs-2022-42.pdf|title:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.irs.gov%2Fpub%2Ftaxpros%2Ffs-2022-42.pdf|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/3″][vc_btn title=”IRS – New EVs Purchased in 2022 and Before” color=”green” align=”center” button_block=”true” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.irs.gov%2Fcredits-deductions%2Findividuals%2Fplug-in-electric-drive-vehicle-credit-section-30d|target:_blank”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Tax Credit” tab_id=”alternative-fuel-infrastructure-tax-credit”][vc_column_text]Beginning January 1, 2023, fueling equipment for natural gas, propane, hydrogen, electricity, E85, or diesel fuel blends containing a minimum of 20% biodiesel, is eligible for a tax credit of 30% of the cost or 6% in the case of property subject to depreciation, not to exceed $100,000. Permitting and inspection fees are not included in covered expenses.

This tax credit can be stacked with the It Pays to Plug In grant program.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Learn more” color=”green” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fafdc.energy.gov%2Flaws%2F10513|target:_blank”][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit” tab_id=”1675257879452-b5840a90-cd68″][vc_column_text]If your home or business has an electric vehicle charging station that is in use, or if it is equipped to supply fuel for alternative fuel vehicles, you may be eligible for a federal income tax credit.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Learn more” color=”green” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.irs.gov%2Fforms-pubs%2Fabout-form-8911″][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Alternative Motor Vehicle Credit” tab_id=”alternative-motor-vehicle-credit”][vc_column_text]Individuals who purchased an eligible fuel cell vehicle may be entitled to this federal income tax credit if they meet all of the requirements.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Learn more” color=”green” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.irs.gov%2Fforms-pubs%2Fabout-form-8910″][vc_empty_space height=”50px”][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][/vc_column][/vc_row][/vc_section][vc_section full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1765291874695{background: #ffffff url(https://deptest.nj.gov/drivegreen/wp-content/uploads/sites/88/drivegreen-banner2.png?id=218) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}” el_class=”backgroundimage”][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1765291975890{margin-bottom: 2vw !important;border-top-width: 1px !important;border-right-width: 1px !important;border-bottom-width: 1px !important;border-left-width: 1px !important;background-color: #FFFFFF !important;border-radius: 5px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1765292184822{padding-left: 1vw !important;}”]

Utility Incentives

Ask your electric utility about incentives for charging station installation and EV-friendly electric rates to lower your bill. Please check your utility’s requirements before purchasing EV charging equipment, as there may be additional conditions on types of eligible chargers.

Atlantic City Electric EVsmart Program

Jersey Central Power & Light EV Driven Program

PSE&G Electric Vehicle Charging Program

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Local Incentives

[/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion section_title_tag=”p” style=”modern” color=”white” spacing=”5″ active_section=”1″ no_fill=”true” collapsible_all=”true”][vc_tta_section title=”Complete Streets Technical Assistance Program” tab_id=”1765292225280-f8926dfc-66f1″][vc_column_text css=””]This program supports municipalities by providing them with the knowledge, skills and resources to develop Complete Streets-related solutions. Technical assistance is provided through a partnership with Sustainable Jersey (SJ) and the Voorhees Transportation Center at Rutgers University (VTC). Projects include bicycle assessments or walking audits to identify safety concerns as well as demonstration projects and conceptual renderings to visualize potential improvements.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Learn more” color=”green” css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fnjtpa.org%2Fcompletestreets|target:_blank”][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Planning for Emerging Centers” tab_id=”1765292225280-8b05ee6d-9410″][vc_column_text css=””]The NJTPA provides consultant and staff support to municipalities to conduct various planning studies, including integrated transportation and land use plans, transit area plans, multimodal (vehicular, bus, bike, pedestrian) circulation elements of master plans, and climate change and sustainability plans among others.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Learn more” color=”green” css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fnjtpa.org%2FPEC|target:_blank”][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Local Mobility Initiatives” tab_id=”1765292225281-5fdc804e-3563″][vc_column_text css=””]Funded by the federal Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) Program and administered in partnership with NJ TRANSIT, this program is designed to advance transit and micromobility strategies that improve air quality, encourage and increase transit use, walking, and biking, support active transportation, and improve personal mobility. Eligible activities include shuttles and micromobility services.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Learn more” color=”green” css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.njtpa.org%2Fcmaq.aspx|target:_blank”][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”The NJTPA Subregional EV Infrastructure Program” tab_id=”1765292225281-ed8e7cf3-19e2″][vc_column_text css=””]This program provides funding to install EV charging stations on a NJTPA Subregion’s property for fleet and public use.[/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=”Learn more” color=”green” css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fev-resources-njtpa.hub.arcgis.com%2Fpages%2Fincentives|target:_blank”][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][/vc_column][/vc_row][/vc_section][vc_section full_width=”stretch_row” css=”.vc_custom_1634654948545{background-color: #ffffff !important;}”][vc_row][vc_column][vc_text_separator title=”” i_icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-car-alt” i_color=”green” color=”green” border_width=”2″ add_icon=”true”][/vc_column][/vc_row][/vc_section]