Governor Hochul of New York allocates $21 million for the financing of the Clean Mobility Program
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul has announced a significant investment in sustainable transportation with the launch of the Clean Mobility Program. The program, administered by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA), offers over $21 million in competitive funding for community-led zero-emission transportation demonstration projects across New York State.
Eligible Technologies
The Clean Mobility Program supports a range of innovative, clean transportation solutions. Eligible technologies include electric bikes (e-bikes), electric scooters (e-scooters), on-demand electric vehicle ride-hailing, small-scale, on-demand electric public transit services, and shared electric vehicle options.
Project Requirements
Projects must expand access to scalable, shared, zero-emission transportation options that offer long-term affordability and can continue beyond the funding period. E-bikes and e-scooters must meet industry safety standards, such as being UL-certified.
Funding Details
Each project can receive up to $3 million, with a total funding pool of over $21 million statewide. At least 20% cost share of the total project cost is required in non-NYSERDA funding.
Eligible Applicants
Local governments, transit operators, community-based organizations, and employers with more than 1,000 employees are eligible to apply. Only one proposal per applicant will be awarded.
Application Requirements
Proposals for funding must include a completed planning document covering community engagement, site identification and operations, project partner identification, technical feasibility assessment, and a policy and regulatory feasibility assessment.
Program Priorities
The Clean Mobility Program prioritizes projects that serve historically marginalized and underserved communities to improve connections to job centers, services, and transit options.
Application Process and Deadlines
Applications are due by September 25, 2023. NYSERDA is hosting a webinar on August 7 and a virtual showcase on August 14 to assist prospective applicants.
This program aims to reduce pollution while expanding affordable, flexible mobility choices in New York communities. New York State Department of Public Service CEO Rory M. Christian stated that the Clean Mobility Program is critical for investing in and creating affordable transportation opportunities for New York citizens. New York State Department of Transportation Commissioner Marie Therese Dominguez emphasized that clean transportation solutions improve public health, advance equity and accessibility, and build a more sustainable, connected future.
In March 2025, NYSERDA awarded $2.9 million to 29 community-led planning projects to enhance planning for shared electric transportation solutions. For more information on the funding opportunity, visit NYSERDA's website.
- The Clean Mobility Program, aimed at reducing pollution and expanding affordable, flexible mobility choices, offers funding for community-led zero-emission transportation projects, like electric bikes (e-bikes) and electric scooters (e-scooters), in New York State.
- In terms of finance, each project can receive up to $3 million from the over $21 million statewide funding pool, but applicants must contribute at least 20% cost share of the total project cost in non-NYSERDA funding.
- Alongside local governments, transit operators, community-based organizations, and larger employers can apply for the Clean Mobility Program. However, only one proposal per eligible applicant will be awarded.
