New Jersey Will Launch $25 Million EV Charging Program
New Jersey businesses operating commercial fleets can apply for charging infrastructure grants starting October 5, 2026.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Electric Vehicles
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The New Jersey Economic Development Authority is set to open applications for a $25 million grant program designed to support commercial electric vehicle charging infrastructure. The program, which launches at 10 a.m. on October 5, 2026, provides funding for businesses that operate at least two commercial-use vehicles.
Why it matters
The program aims to accelerate the transition to zero-emission transportation by offsetting the significant costs private fleets face for charging hardware and site upgrades. By requiring on-site renewable energy or storage, the initiative seeks to make commercial fleet electrification more sustainable and affordable.
The program provides grants ranging from $100,000 to $5 million, covering 50% of eligible project costs. Applicants must manage at least two commercial vehicles, with additional bonus funding of 5% to 10% available for projects meeting specific criteria.
The players
New Jersey Economic Development Authority
The state agency responsible for fostering economic growth and managing business grant programs in New Jersey.
Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative
A cooperative effort among states to cap and reduce power sector CO2 emissions through market-based proceeds.
The details
Businesses applying for the program must install charging hardware and related infrastructure to support their fleets. The program requires that all funded projects include on-site renewable energy generation or energy storage systems. Funding is sourced from Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative proceeds to assist with the high costs of upgrading sites for electric vehicle utility.
Timeline
October 5, 2026, at 10 a.m.: The application window for the Take Charge Program opens.
October 5, 2026, at 12 p.m.: An informational webinar for prospective applicants takes place.
The Home Front
This program marks a continuation of state-level efforts to leverage Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative proceeds to modernize commercial infrastructure. It aligns with broader trends toward incentivizing private investment in zero-emission transportation and on-site energy storage.
If your business operates a commercial fleet, review your current charging capabilities and consider whether on-site renewable energy or storage would be viable for your facility. You should verify your eligibility for the 50% cost-share grant through the official program resources.
The takeaway
This grant program provides a significant opportunity for New Jersey businesses to offset the costs of electrifying commercial fleets. Interested operators should monitor the official site for the application portal link becoming active on October 5, 2026.
What happens next
Prospective applicants should attend the informational webinar on October 5, 2026, to review specific eligibility requirements and the application process.
Further reading
Learn more about local clean energy infrastructure initiatives in the Electric Vehicles section.
More information
For full program details and to begin an application, visit the NJEDA Take Charge Program website.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WRNJ Radio.
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