Funding for Measures under the Mobility Promotion Act – Electric Buses and Retrofitting of Depots
The state of Hesse supports the sustainable development of mobility and the expansion of an environmentally friendly public transport system (ÖPNV) with this program. The focus is on the procurement of electric buses, the modernization of related infrastructure, and the improvement of general transport infrastructure. The aim is to reduce emissions and increase the attractiveness of public transport in Hesse.
Who is funded
This funding program targets a wide range of actors in public local transport in Hesse, including municipalities, districts, municipal associations, as well as transport associations and companies. The overarching goal is to sustainably improve mobility in the state and to make public transport more climate- and environmentally friendly.
What is funded
The funding program supports a wide range of measures to strengthen public local transport and municipal road infrastructure in Hesse. The focus is on promoting electric vehicles and the necessary infrastructure, as well as measures to improve traffic safety and efficiency.
Type and Scope of Funding
Funding is mainly provided in the form of non-repayable grants with varying funding rates, which may depend on the type of measure and the applicant's financial capacity. There are specific maximum funding amounts for certain infrastructure components.
Conditions and Requirements
To avail of the funding, applicants must meet a series of conditions and requirements concerning application submission, project execution, and usage. These include minimum expenditure thresholds, compliance with public procurement regulations, and specific rules regarding EU state aid.
Application Procedure
The application procedure varies between single-stage and two-stage processes depending on the funding measure. Careful preparation and adherence to specified deadlines and forms are always required to ensure successful processing of the application.
Legal Basis
The funding program is based on a solid legal foundation established by the Hessian Mobility Promotion Act and a specific guideline. A variety of other laws and regulations at state and EU level ensure the correct and transparent implementation of the funding measures.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Open
Maximum Amount:
Up to 40% of eligible expenses (vehicles, training, modernization, depot retrofitting). Max. €400.00 per kW of installed charging capacity per charging point, max. €100,000 for grid connection per location. For public transport infrastructure up to 85%.
Deadline:
always open
Open Until:
Ongoing
Award Channel:
Demand Driven Scheme
Region:
Hesse (Germany)
Sectors:
Transportation and Logistics, Renewable Energy, Environmental and Climate Protection, Information and Communication Technology, Construction and Building Materials, Service Sector
Beneficiaries:
Public Local Transport, Mobility, Municipal Infrastructure
Application Type:
Optional Consortium
Funding Stages:
Implementation, Infrastructure, Capacity Building, Planning, Process Optimization, Experimental Development
Funding Provider
Program Level:
Regional
Funding Body:
Hessian Ministry of Economics, Energy, Transport, Housing and Rural Areas
Managed By:
HA Hessen Agentur GmbH (for electric buses and depots), Hessen Mobil, Road and Transport Management (for other public transport and municipal road construction measures)
Additional Partners:
Deutsche Bahn AG (for railway crossing measures)
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