Take Charge Program
Take Charge Program supports private commercial fleets in New Jersey with electric vehicle chargers paired with new on-site renewable energy or battery storage to advance zero-emission transportation.
Funder: New Jersey Economic Development Authority
Due Dates: October 5, 2026 (Applications opened) | Rolling (First-come, first-served review)
Funding Amounts: $25 million pool; minimum $100,000 per project, maximum $5 million per applicant EIN; 50% reimbursement plus qualifying bonuses
Summary: Supports private commercial fleets installing electric vehicle chargers with new on-site renewable generation and/or battery storage in New Jersey.
Key Information: Projects must include new renewable generation and/or storage connected to chargers; existing systems alone do not qualify.
Description
The Take Charge Program is a New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) pilot funded through Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative proceeds. It helps private commercial fleets install charging infrastructure and supporting on-site renewable energy generation or battery storage. The program aims to accelerate zero-emission transportation, reduce carbon emissions, expand distributed energy resources, and enable participation in virtual power plants (VPPs) or managed charging.
Supported work includes new Level 2 and direct current fast chargers, electrical distribution upgrades, wiring, site improvements, and related assessment, engineering, and design. Projects can add chargers at sites with existing charging infrastructure. Charging-as-a-service providers and property owners may apply in partnership with eligible fleets. Additional reimbursement is available for qualifying small businesses and projects in Overburdened or formally designated Adjacent Communities.
