The purpose of this program is to contribute to CO2 reductions in the transportation sector by promoting energy conservation and reducing CO2 emissions in the railway and tramway sector.
Carbon Dioxide Emissions Reduction Measures Subsidy (Regional Public Transportation × Decarbonization Transition Promotion Project: Equipment Development Project for Low-CO2 Transportation Systems) [Third Call for Applications]
October 7, 2026
Summary
This program supports energy conservation and CO2 reduction in the railway and tramway sector, contributing to lower CO2 emissions in transportation.
Key Information
| Opening Status | Open for Applications |
|---|---|
| Application Period | Oct 5, 2026 – Dec 23, 2026 |
| Max Subsidy Amount | No upper limit |
| Subsidy Rate | Equipment introduction promotion project contributing to vehicle energy conservation: 1/2; introduction of equipment contributing to the effective use of regenerative power: 1/2, 1/3; introduction of advanced equipment and systems with high CO2 reduction effects: 1/2, 1/3, 1/4 |
| Purpose | Equipment investment; productivity improvement and operational efficiency; energy conservation |
| Eligible Expenses | Equipment purchase costs; system purchase costs/system construction costs; construction costs |
| Eligible Applicants | Sole proprietors; cooperatives, organizations, and others; corporations |
| Implementing Agency | General Incorporated Association for Regional Circular and Symbiotic Society Collaboration |
| Official Page | https://rcespa.jp/r08-kotsu/r08-kotsu-no3 |