Grants to Port Authorities for Studies and Pilot Projects

Accepting Funding Proposals Soon TCEQ staff will contact port authorities in eligible areas prior to the next acceptance period. About PASPP Eligibility Eligible Applicants Port authorities that administer a public seaport in an eligible county . Eligible Projects Air quality studies or pilot projects to potentially reduce NO X and PM emissions from cargo movement. See the Projects Summary Report for details on previously funded projects: Pilot study using electric terminal tractors. Analysis of exhaust from ships at berth. Pilot study using microgrid shore power technology. Pilot of truck appointment scheduling system to reduce idling at port grain elevator. Available Funding A total of $1 million is available. Each project proposal may request the full amount. Grant Award Process TCEQ staff contacts port authorities in eligible areas to discuss the grant program via phone and email. Port authorities submit a study or project proposal, including a high-level timeline. TCEQ will review all proposals and make a selection. Questions? Want Updates? [email protected] 800-919-TERP (8377) Join our TERP email list