New Hampshire Natural Gas Laws and Incentives
State Incentives
Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) and Fueling Infrastructure Project Funding
The New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (DES) and the Granite State Clean Cities Coalition (GSCCC) provide competitive funding to expand the use of alternative fuels, AFVs, and advanced technology vehicles in New Hampshire. Only projects located in the ozone non-attainment or maintenance areas in the state are eligible for funding. For more information see the GSCCC Web site.
State Laws and Regulations
Idle Reduction and Fuel-Efficient, Low Emission Vehicle Acquisition Requirements
State agencies and departments are required to implement a Clean Fleets Program in accordance with the recommendations of the Energy Efficiency in State Government Steering Committee, including but not limited to the following components:
- An anti-idling policy;
- A highway fuel economy rating of at least 27.5 miles per gallon (mpg) for all new passenger and light-duty vehicles and at least 20 mpg for all new light-duty trucks except for emergency and law enforcement vehicles;
- All new passenger and light-duty vehicles be certified as low emission vehicles in accordance with the recommendations of the Energy Efficiency in State Government Steering Committee;
- A policy ensuring that the appropriate vehicle is selected for the intended use of the vehicle;
- All vehicle purchases be in compliance with the Energy Policy Act of 1992 (EPAct) if applicable;
- A waiver procedure for requesting vehicles not on the approved Department of Administrative Services vehicle list;
- Additional measures to promote fuel conservation.
(Reference Executive Order 2005-4)
