WAIRE Mitigation Program Funding is Coming
South Coast AQMD is developing the WAIRE Mitigation Program, which will provide incentive funding for projects that reduce emissions associated with warehouse operations. More than $60 million in mitigation fees has already been collected and will support eligible zero-emission vehicle and infrastructure projects.
South Coast AQMD is currently developing the WAIRE Mitigation Program, providing incentive funding for projects that reduce emissions associated with warehouse operations.
More than $60 million in mitigation fees have already been collected and will be used to support eligible zero-emission vehicle and infrastructure projects.
Mitigation Fees Collected in SRA:
Eligible projects
The first year of the program will focus on zero-emission transportation projects , including:
Vehicles
* Class 4–8 zero-emission trucks
* Zero-emission yard trucks
Infrastructure
* Electric vehicle charging stations
* Hydrogen fueling infrastructure
Funding will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis within each Source Receptor Area (SRA).
Preparing for WAIRE Funding
_The program solicitation is expected to be released in late August 2026, with applications submitted through a Grant Management System._
The Warehouse Actions and Investments to Reduce Emissions (WAIRE) Program was adopted in 2021 to reduce emissions from warehouse-related truck activity.
The new Mitigation Program will provide financial incentives from mitigation fees for projects that reduce NOx and/or diesel particulate matter emissions.
Key highlights:
* The program applies to about 4,000 warehouses in the South Coast AQMD region
* Funds projects that support zero-emission technologies
* Designed to improve air quality in communities near warehouse operations
WHO CAN APPLY
Eligible applicants include:
* Fleet operators
* Warehouse operators or owners
* Operate within the funding Source Receptor Area (SRA)
* Register in California and have CARB-certified zero-emission vehicles
* Begin operation within the required timeframe after award.
Funding Levels
Projects may receive up to 85% of total eligible costs.
Maximum incentive amounts include:
Vehicles
* Class 4–5 trucks – up to $60,000
* Class 6–7 trucks – up to $85,000
* Class 8 trucks – up to $120,000
Infrastructure
* Electric charging – $300 per kW per charger
* Hydrogen fueling – $8,000 per kg/day capacity
* Applicants must provideat least a 15% cost share.
Schedule a WAIRE Funding Consultation
Nalinna Rasu, CAC, CDPH, CHMM, LEED AP
Practice Leader, Environmental compliance
nrasu@citadelehs.com | (818) 246-2707
For additional information about the WAIRE Mitigation Program
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