Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA)
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
About This Grant
Funds the reduction of diesel emissions through engine retrofits, replacements, and idle reduction technologies for fleets serving ports, schools, and communities.
Grant Summary
Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) is a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency grant providing $200K to $6M for nonprofit, university, municipality. Applications are due 2026-08-01 (open). Check eligibility and apply with FindGrants.
Focus Areas
Eligibility
How to Apply
$200K–$6M
2026-08-01
- 1Confirm your organization is eligible for Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) from U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, checking organization type, location, and any population or project requirements.
- 2Gather the required documents and information, including your organization details, project plan, and budget figures.
- 3Draft your application narrative and budget addressing the funder's priorities and review criteria. FindGrants can draft each section for you to review and edit.
- 4Review every section against the requirements checklist, then export a submission-ready application pack and submit it to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency before the deadline.
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Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA): Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA)?
Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) is offered by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and is generally open to nonprofit, university, municipality, tribal government. It is open to organizations nationwide unless the funder specifies otherwise. Review the specific eligibility terms before applying, since funders set their own requirements around organization type, location, and the population or project being served.
How much funding does the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) provide?
Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) provides between $200K and $6M per award from U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Actual award sizes depend on the scope of your project, available program funds, and the number of applicants, so build a budget that reflects realistic, allowable costs rather than the maximum figure.
When is the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) deadline?
Applications for Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) are due 2026-08-01 (open). Because deadlines can change, verify the date with the funder, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, and give yourself enough time to prepare a complete, competitive application before the close date.
How do you apply for the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA)?
To apply for Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA), confirm your eligibility, gather the required documents, and prepare a narrative and budget that address the funder's priorities. FindGrants guides you step by step and can draft each section, then exports a submission-ready application pack for this grant from U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.