The Colorado Department of Corrections Correctional Industries Division was awarded a $1,071,100 Project Grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Clean Heavy-Duty Vehicles Program (CFDA 66.049) established through the Inflation Reduction Act. The grant funds will be used to replace 3 eligible internal combustion engine Class 7 vehicles operated by the Colorado Department of Corrections with 3 new battery electric vehicle trucks. The project will also install 1 Level 3 DC fast charger to support the new zero-emission vehicles. Additional activities include providing workforce development and training to staff on the proper use, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the electric vehicles and charging infrastructure. The intended outcomes include reduced greenhouse gas emissions, improved fleet management and efficiency, enhanced staff technical skills related to electric vehicle technology, and reduced operational costs.
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