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California is launching a new incentive across the state that will provide income-eligible Californians with $2,000 toward the purchase of a new electric bike.
The new incentives are the state's latest effort to expand access to zero-emission transportation to “residents most in need,” according to a statement from the California Air Resources Board (CARB).
In September, California launched a new income-based system. Grant and loan assistance programs We will help you purchase a clean vehicle. A recently approved funding plan focuses incentive resources on supporting small and medium-sized businesses in switching to cleaner technologies for their fleets.
An electric bicycle is parked at the corner of a busy intersection. (Leonardo Muñoz/VIEWpress via Getty Images/Getty Images)
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The e-bike project is a collaboration with over 20 community-based organizations, and once approved, applicants will be able to redeem their vouchers after viewing a rider safety video. The initial launch will provide $3 million in funding for up to 1,500 electric bikes.
“Electric bikes allow people to get around and meet their daily needs while improving air quality,” said CARB Executive Director Dr. Stephen Cliff. “As we work towards achieving zero emissions goals, it is important to prioritize equity and access, and this incentive program is designed to help make electric bikes part of the solution. We support your efforts.”
The proposal comes on the heels of state regulators approving policies that would tighten standards to curb climate change emissions, a move that would also lead to higher gas prices.
A truck travels on Interstate 80 in Berkeley, California, on March 29, 2024. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images/Getty Images)
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CARB Chair Leanne Randolph said the new policy is aimed at “reducing the environmental and health impacts of transportation fuels used in California and as the state continues to work toward a zero-emissions future.” and ensuring the availability of low-carbon options.”
California's nonpartisan Legislative Analysis Service predicted that drivers could end up paying up to 20 cents a gallon if the board approves the new plan. Republican Rep. Tom Lackey warned that gas prices would rise by as much as 65 cents a gallon.
A driver plugs in his Tesla electric vehicle to charge at a Tesla Supercharger location on May 15, 2024 in Santa Monica, California. (Photo by PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty Images/Getty Images)
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To qualify, applicants must meet certain criteria, including living in a home with an annual household income at or below 300 percent of the federal poverty level (FPL).
They must be residents of the state and at least 18 years old.
CARB says applications will be accepted on its website at 6 p.m. Dec. 18 and will be processed in the order received until coupons run out.
