News Release Published: January 23, 2009 by the Southeast Region

Contact(s): Jessica Lawent, Vehicle and Voluntary Air Quality Program Specialist, 414- 263-8653

MILWAUKEE – Diesel fleet operators can save money and improve air quality thanks to a new federally-funded grant program in Wisconsin.

The Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has launched the Wisconsin Clean Diesel Grant Program to help reduce diesel emissions from both public and private vehicle fleets statewide. The program is funded by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency through the Diesel Emission Reduction Act. Funds are limited and will be divided between on-road and off-road projects.

Eligible on-road fleets may apply for funding of idle reduction and/or retrofit devices. Eligible off-road fleets may apply for funding of engine repowers, idle reduction and/or retrofit devices. Each grant award has a pre-set limit. Engine repowers and idle reduction projects require a minimum 50 percent direct match from the applicant.

Applications must be postmarked by Friday, Feb. 6, 2009. For information regarding eligibility, program details and application materials, visit: Wisconsin Clean Diesel Grant Program.