In 2023, the Center for Sustainable Energy became the administrator of Delaware’s Clean Vehicle Rebate Program (DECVRP), which provides cash incentives for buying or leasing new light-duty electric vehicles.
DECVRP was launched by the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) in 2015 to help accelerate electric vehicle (EV) adoption, make the transition to EVs more affordable, improve air quality and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The state offers individuals and businesses up to $2,500 for new and used battery EVs and $1,000 for plug-in hybrid EVs.
Delaware Clean Vehicle Rebate Program Impacts
CSE has issued more than $3.96 million in rebates for electric vehicles in Delaware.
CSE has reserved and issued more than 1,655 electric vehicle rebates in Delaware.
Program at a Glance
Program Goals
The program’s goals are to accelerate electric vehicle (EV) adoption, make the transition to EVs more affordable for more Delawareans, improve air quality and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The program supports the state’s climate action plan goal of achieving 17,000 electric vehicle sales in Delaware by 2030.
CSE's Role
Application processing
Customer support
Dealer education and marketing
Managing operations
Technologies
Key Partners
Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC)
State Policies Supported
The program supports the state’s climate action plan goal of achieving 17,000 electric vehicle sales in Delaware by 2030.
Impact Statement
DECVRP is part of Delaware’s commitment to innovation in the transportation sector, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and improving the state’s air quality.
