By setting its own subsidy requirements, this is an advanced scheme that encourages transportation operators to actively pursue efforts such as reducing CO2 emissions, and aims to create a “model city for public transportation decarbonization” by further promoting the decarbonization of public transportation.
Utsunomiya City, Tochigi Prefecture: Public Transportation Decarbonization Promotion Subsidy Program (FY2026)
September 9, 2026
Summary
This program encourages transportation operators to take active steps toward reducing CO2 emissions. It aims to further promote the decarbonization of public transportation in Utsunomiya.
Key Information
| Location | Utsunomiya City, Tochigi |
|---|---|
| Opening Status | Open for Applications |
| Application Period | Apr 1, 2026 – TBD |
| Max Subsidy Amount | No maximum limit |
| Subsidy Rate | Electric buses, fuel cell buses, and fuel cell taxis: 1/2, 2/3; electric taxis: 1/3, 1/2 |
| Purpose | Capital investment / EV-related |
| Eligible Expenses | Equipment purchase costs |
| Eligible Applicants | Businesses operating in the relevant area |
| Implementing Agency | Utsunomiya City |
| Official Page | https://www.city.utsunomiya.lg.jp/kurashi/kotsu/1040690/1033317/1033319.html |