Alternative Fuel Stations in Kearney, NE

Tax incentives and/or other rebates, credits, incentives or related initiaves for drivers of alternative fuel vehicles or for other uses of alternative fuel in Kearney, NE.

Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Vehicle Incentives - Metropolitan Utilities District (MUD)

Residential gas customers in the Omaha area served by the MUD are eligible for a $500 rebate for the purchase of a dedicated CNG vehicle. Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis until December 7, 2022. Additional restrictions may apply. Commercial rebates are available on a case-by-case basis. For more information, see the MUD Rebates website.

Low-Speed Vehicle Access to Roadways

Low-speed vehicles may only travel on roadways with a posted speed limit of up to 35 miles per hour (mph) but may cross highways with a posted speed limit of over 35 mph. A low-speed vehicle is any four-wheeled motor vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating of up to 3,000 pounds and a top speed of at least 20 mph but not more than 25 mph. A low-speed vehicle must be manufactured in compliance with federal standards for low-speed vehicles as referenced in Title 49 of the U.S. Code of Federal Regulations, section 571.500.

(Reference Nebraska Revised Statutes 60-119.01 and 60-6,380)

Alternative Fuel Vehicle (AFV) Registration

A fee of $75 is required for the registration of an AFV that operates on electricity, solar power, or any other source of energy not otherwise taxed under the state motor fuel tax laws. Compressed natural gas, liquefied natural gas, and propane are not subject to this requirement.

(Reference Nebraska Revised Statutes 60-306 and 60-3,191)

Natural Gas Motor Vehicle Fuel Promotion

The Natural Gas Fuel Board (Board) was created to advise the Nebraska Energy Office regarding the promotion of natural gas as a motor vehicle fuel. The Board will provide recommendations relating to:

• The distribution, infrastructure, and workforce development necessary for widespread use of natural gas as a motor vehicle fuel;
• Loans, grants, and tax incentives that will encourage the use of natural gas as a motor vehicle fuel by individuals and public and private fleets; and,
• Other matters as the Board deems appropriate.

(Reference Nebraska Revised Statutes 66-2001)

Electric Vehicle (EV) and EV Charging Station Rebates – NPPD

Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) offers residential customers a $500 rebate for the installation of an eligible Level 2 EV charging station. NPPD also offers residential customers an additional rebate of up to $600 for the pre-wiring upgrades necessary to support EV charging stations. Eligible residential customers include single- and multi-family residences.

NPPD offers non-profit customers a 90% reimbursement for the installation of a public Level 2 or direct current fast charging (DCFC) station. New commercial construction projects are eligible for a reimbursement of 100% of electrical conduit upgrade costs required to support EV charging stations, up to $1,000. NPPD also offers business customers a rebate for EV charging stations, up to $200 per kilowatt. Businesses may receive a maximum of four rebates for Level 2 charging stations or one rebate for a DCFC station. Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, including eligible EV charging stations and how to apply, see the NPPD Incentive Programs website.

Electric Vehicle (EV) and EV Charging Station Rebate – SPPD

Southern Public Power District (SPPD) offers residential customers a $500 rebate for the installation of an eligible Level 2 EV charging station. SPPD also offers residential customers an additional rebate of up to $600 for the pre-wiring upgrades necessary to support EV charging stations. Eligible residential customers include single- and multi-family residences.

SPPD offers non-profit customers a 90% reimbursement for the installation of a public Level 2 or direct current fast charging (DCFC) station. New commercial construction projects are eligible for a reimbursement of 100% of electrical conduit upgrade costs required to support EV charging stations, up to $1,000. SPPD also offers business customers a rebate for EV charging stations, up to $200 per kilowatt. Businesses may receive a maximum of four rebates for Level 2 charging stations or one rebate for a DCFC station. Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, including eligible EV charging stations and how to apply, see the SPPD Incentive Programs website.