2026 Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) National Program
Open. Closes January 22, 2027, 92 days from October 22, 2026, as posted on Grants.gov. Posted by Environmental Protection Agency, opportunity number EPA-OAR-OTAQ-26-01.
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Notice facts
| Agency | Environmental Protection Agency |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | EPA-OAR-OTAQ-26-01 |
| Assistance listing | 66.039 |
| Funding instrument | Grant |
| Category | Environment |
| Posted | September 25, 2026 |
| Closes | January 22, 2027 |
| Award range | Up to $12,000,000 |
| Expected number of awards | 120 |
| Total program funding | $180,000,000 |
| Cost sharing or matching | Required, per the notice |
| Applicant types listed | Others (see the notice's eligibility text) |
| Additional eligibility information | From the notice: See Section 2 for eligibility information. |
| Where to apply | Check the notice for where and how to submit. |
As posted on Grants.gov, checked October 21, 2026. CedarGrant lists what the notice states; it does not judge whether an organization is eligible. The official notice and its modifications control.
Summary from the notice
This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) announces the availability of funds under the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) Program and solicits applications from eligible entities to incentivize and accelerate the upgrade or retirement of the nation’s legacy diesel engine fleet. Eligible activities include the retrofit or replacement of existing diesel engines, vehicles, and equipment with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and California Air Resources Board (CARB) certified or verified technologies. There are several ways DERA recipients may implement projects and fund…
Official notice and documents
- EPA-OAR-OTAQ-26-01.pdf (Full Announcement)
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