EECA launched the Government’s Low Emission Transport Fund (formerly the Low Emissions Vehicle Contestable Fund) in 2016 to support New Zealand organisations offset upfront costs of adopting low and zero-emissions vehicles, infrastructure and tech.
Important update
The Low Emission Transport Fund has now concluded in its current form.
EECA is evolving – we're developing targeted investment initiatives that will support the adoption of new fuels and technology solutions across New Zealand’s regions.
Where to find more information
For specific inquiries related to transport co-funding and alternative options available in the market, please contact us via email: business@eeca.govt.nz
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Summary of approved projects
Download an interactive spreadsheet detailing all projects that have received co-funding from the Low Emission Transport Fund, and its predecessor the Low Emission Vehicles Contestable Fund, as well as the Low Emissions Heavy Vehicle Fund, and various public EV charging rounds.
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The impact of EECA co-funding
The numbers below include all projects co-funded since 2016.
- 349
projects approved
- $87.4m
government funding
- $180.2m
applicant funding
Co-funded projects, by focus area
Explore successful project from each round of our transport funds. Final list of approved projects will be updated soon.
Low Emissions Heavy Vehicle Fund
First in, first served grants covering a portion of the purchase price of new battery electric or hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles of 5.9t GVM or more, or conversion of an existing diesel vehicle to hydrogen-diesel dual fuel or diesel-electric plug-in hybrid.
Case studies: Electric machines are proving popular in trials
Machine operators and business leaders at New Zealand companies Fulton Hogan, Reliance Transport and Leach & Co. talk about their experience using electric off-road vehicles co-funded by the LETF.
Explore support opportunities
We can help your business become more productive with less energy, and support your switch to renewable energy sources.