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Wisconsin Diesel Truck Idling Reduction Grant Program
News: Due to changes in the state budget the Diesel Truck Idling Reduction Grant Program will now be housed in
the Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) (formerly the Department of Regulation and Licensing),
Division of Environmental and Regulatory Services, Petroleum Environmental Clean-up Fund (PECFA) Bureau. Staff
will remain at the current location of 201 W. Washington Ave. Madison, WI 53707 until otherwise notified. The
Department of Commerce has been dismantled and services have been transitioned to other agencies.
The grant funding for the 2011-2012 funding cycle is now closed.
News: On September 17, 2009 The Dept of Safety and Professional Services (formerly the
Dept of Commerce) received EPA Region 5's Midwest Clean Diesel Initiative Award
for Leadership. The department has assisted Wisconsin motor carriers in the purchase of 1,594 idle
reduction devices since 2006
The program was created by the Governor's budget bill, 2005 Wisconsin Act
25. Under the program, DSPS provides grants to freight motor carriers (common, contract and private motor
carriers) headquartered in Wisconsin to purchase and install idling reduction units for newer truck tractors.
Idling reduction units provide an alternative source of power used to heat, cool, or provide electricity to the
cab or other parts of a truck in lieu of operating the truck's main drive engine to power these services. The
use of idling reduction units on heavy-duty diesel trucks saves fuel and lowers air pollution emissions. Awards
are chosen randomly using a computer generated lottery system.
Eligible applicants will receive a reimbursement of up to 50% for the costs of idling reduction equipment and
installation. Before applying in the future, applicants should review the rule and changes.
Summary of Changes made in the 2011-2013 biennial budget:
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Formerly award
reimbursements were disbursed at 80% of the award
amount when the paid invoice and preinstallation report were
received. The remaining 20% of the award amount was disbursed
after the twelve month report was received. Budget changes will allow
disbursments at 100% of the eligible award amount upon receipt of
the paid invoice and preinstallation report.
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Eliminates the requirement to purchase more than one type of idling reduction unit
from more than one manufacturer.
- Eliminates the cumulative maximum (i.e. lifetime cap) number of truck tractors that can be funded per
applicant based on the number of eligible trucks in their fleet. Eligible applicants in 2011 through 2015
could apply for a grant for any eligible diesel truck engine that has not previously received a grant.
- Extends the life of the grant program until June 30, 2015.
Questions to consider before applying for grant coverage:
- Do you own and operate your diesel truck tractor? The person applying for a grant must own and operate the
truck.
- Do you lease your truck tractor? Lease vehicles will NOT
be eligible to apply due to state statutory language
which requires motor carriers
to
own (possess truck title) and operate their trucks to
be eligible.
- Is your diesel truck(s) engine 1999 or newer? The engine model year must be 1999 or newer to be eligible for
grant coverage.
- Is your fleet headquartered in the state of Wisconsin? The motor carrier applying for grant coverage must be
headquartered in the state of Wisconsin.
- If you are an owner/operator, is your residence in Wisconsin? The owner operator applying for grant coverage
must reside in Wisconsin.
- Have you reviewed the Statute,Rule, Factsheet and FAQs to make sure you are eligible to apply for funding?
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Special Notes:
Purchases already made. Please keep in mind, funding is not available for purchases made retroactively
(e.g., idle reduction unit(s) purchased before July 1, 2011 would not be eligible for funding.
Grant Recipients
Reporting Forms
All of the 2009-2010 required reports (pre-installation
and twelve months) are available electronically
(you can also find them by clicking on the "reports" tab on the left-hand side of this page).
Idling Reduction Technology Information
Interested in how much savings and what the potential payback is for purchasing idling reduction equipment?
The Department of Energy's Argonne Laboratory has developed a worksheet
that enables truck owners to estimate their savings and potential payback when using idling reduction equipment.
If you have any comments on the worksheet please email Dr. Linda Gaines at
the Argonne Laboratory. Have experience with idling reduction technology and want to share your thoughts? Send
your thoughts to the Diesel Truck Idling Reduction Grant Program
staff.
Questions
For more information on the Diesel Truck Idling Reduction Grant Program, you can contact:
Jean Beckwith
Program Manager
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
Environmental and Regulatory Services; PECFA Bureau
Phone: (608) 261-2517
E-Mail: Jean.Beckwith@Wisconsin.gov
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Diesel Truck Idling Reduction Grant Program
2011-2012
The Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services administers a grant program to reduce diesel
truck idling. State funding through the 2011-2013 state budget has allocated
$1 million for the 2011-2012 funding cycle and $1 million allocated for
the 2012-2013 funding cycle. The grant was formerly administered
by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
(Commerce), Bureau of Entrepreneurship and Technology Development,
however due to changes in the state budget
the grant program will now be housed at the Wisconsin
Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) formerly
known as the Department of Regulation and Licensing (DRL). Staff
will remain at the current physical location in
the Petroleum Environmental Clean-up Fund (PECFA) Bureau at 201 W.
Washington Ave Madison, WI 53707 until otherwise notified.
The program is designed to assist common, contract and private motor carriers in the purchase and
installation of idling reduction technologies. Motor carriers are eligible for up to 50% reimbursement for
the purchase and installation of idling reduction equipment. The program’s primary goals are to help
Wisconsin motor carriers reduce air pollution emissions and fuel consumption.
The following table identifies how many truck tractors could be funded:
Applicant’s number of Eligible
(1999 or newer engine)
Truck Tractors |
Total Number of Eligible Idle Reduction Units Funded |
| 1 |
1 |
| 2-10 |
2 |
| 11 to 50 |
2, or 10% of the applicant’s number of
eligible truck tractors, whichever is greater |
| 51 to 250 |
6, or 7% of the applicant’s number of
eligible truck tractors, whichever is greater |
| 251 to 500 |
18, or 6% of the applicant’s number of
eligible truck tractors, whichever is greater |
| 501 to 2,500 |
30, or 5% of the applicant’s number of
eligible truck tractors, whichever is greater |
| Over 2,500 |
125 or 3% of the applicant’s number of eligible truck tractors, whichever is
greater |
Note: No one applicant can receive more than 20% of the available funds.
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Eligible idle reduction technologies may be U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) or California
Air Resources Board (CARB) verified. For more information regarding eligible idle reduction units, please
visit:
Motor carriers should review the program factsheet and frequently asked questions document before
applying.
Questions?
Please contact Jean Beckwith at 608-261-2517
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