GRADE

Grants to Replace Aging Diesel Engines

Applications Now Being Accepted For GRADE Funding

To apply, complete a GRADE application (.pdf and.xlsx). The application deadline is January 31,2024. 

Applications will be processed on a first come, first served basis. There is $175,000 in funding available. Funding may be awarded before the January 31,2024 application deadline. 

 

Questions? We have you covered! Review the GRADE Guidelines, Frequently Asked Questions, or checkout our Interactive GRADE Story Map to learn more about the GRADE program and other projects in your area.

 

Please contact Sheldon Turner at 704-650-8092 for any additional assistance or questions.

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In 2007, Mecklenburg County Air Quality launched an innovated air quality improvement program called Grants to Replace Aging Diesel Engines or GRADE.  GRADE is designed to reduce oxides of nitrogen (NOx), an ozone forming air pollutant, by providing businesses and organizations funding incentives to replace or repower heavy-duty non-road equipment with newer, cleaner, less polluting engines.

Since its inception, GRADE has funded over 346 projects and awarded over $7.5 million.  These projects have reduced over 1,215 tons of ozone-forming NOx in the Charlotte region.  Visit our Interactive GRADE Story Map.

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