Michigan is funding electric garbage trucks and the chargers they need. The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) launched its 2026 Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicle Program on October 15, 2026, with up to $4.29 million to replace Class 6 and Class 7 diesel refuse trucks with battery-electric models and associated charging equipment.
Key Takeaways
- Michigan launched a $4.29 million heavy-duty program on October 15, 2026.
- It replaces Class 6–7 diesel refuse trucks with electric models.
- Charging infrastructure is an eligible cost.
- Awards range from $100,000 to $1 million, $260,000 max per vehicle.
Key Facts
- Budget: up to $4.29 million.
- Award size: $100,000 to $1 million, capped at $260,000 per vehicle.
- Eligible vehicles: Class 6 (19,501–26,000 lb) and Class 7 (26,001–33,000 lb) diesel refuse trucks.
- Eligible costs: vehicle purchase, charging infrastructure and workforce training.
- Timing: rolling applications until funds run out; funds must be spent by December 31, 2028.
Why It Matters
EGLE says refuse trucks are among the largest sources of local air pollution because they run daily in neighborhoods at low speeds. Their fixed routes and overnight depot parking also make them well suited to electrification, provided the depot has enough charging capacity.
What It Means
Heavy-duty depots need careful power planning, often combining high-power chargers for trucks with Level 2 charging for support vehicles. Municipal fleets can use smart scheduling to charge overnight at lower rates. See our commercial charging solutions.
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