Air Quality Programs and Funding Opportunities
Air Quality Programs and Funding Opportunities
NCTCOG has several regional air quality programs and initiatives to reduce air pollution in North Central Texas. In addition, funding opportunities and incentives are available for projects that reduce air pollution from vehicles and equipment or help improve energy efficiency:
PROGRAMS
Car Care Awareness Campaign
The Car Care Awareness campaign helps educate vehicle owners and the public about proper emissions and safety vehicle maintenance practices so they can take an active role in contributing to the regional air quality solution. Educational vehicle maintenance materials available upon request. More information: www.ntxcarcare.org.
Regional Smoking Vehicle Program (RSVP)
Since 2007, the RSVP has allowed North Central Texans to help improve air quality by anonymously reporting vehicles emitting visible smoke and pollution. Educational material and information on how to report a smoking vehicle is available upon request. More information: www.smokingvehicle.net.
Engine Off North Texas (EONT)
EONT is a regional initiative dedicated to reducing the impacts associated with the unnecessary idling of vehicle engines. Efforts are focused on expanding the adoption of idling restriction ordinances, implementing policies for fleets, providing idle reduction technology options, and promoting various idle reduction strategies across the region. More information: www.engineoffnorthtexas.org.
Vehicle Incentive & Funding Opportunities
NCTCOG maintains a list of funding opportunities and incentives for projects that reduce air pollution from vehicles or help improve energy efficiency. Examples of projects include, but are not limited to, replacing older vehicles, purchasing new electric vehicles or building alternative fuel infrastructure. Eligible recipients can include citizens as well as companies or fleets. More information: www.nctcog.org/aqfunding.