Public and Private Solid Waste Collection Fleets

For public and private solid waste collection fleets, this rule requires fleet operators to acquire alternative-fuel refuse collection heavy-duty vehicles when procuring these vehicles for use within the AQMD's jurisdiction.

1. This rule applies to

• government agencies that operate solid waste collection fleets with 15 or more solid waste collection vehicles

• and private entities that operate solid waste collection fleets with 15 or more solid waste collection vehicles

2.  This rule shall not apply to vehicles or services pursuant to paragraph (e).

• Rule Language (pdf, 20 kb)

• Staff Report (pdf, 324 kb)

• Amended Staff Report (pdf, 1054 kb)

• Guidance Document: (MS Word, PDF, 962 kb)

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MS Word files require Microsoft Word or a Reader

Rule Compliant Vehicles

2000    2001    2002    2003     2004

AQMD Incentive Funding Programs

• Summary of cofunding sources

• Mobile Source Emission Reduction Review Committee

• Carl Moyer Memorial Program Incentives for Purchasing Lower-Emission Heavy-Duty Engines (ARB website)

Natural Gas-Powered Refuse Vehicle Users Group

The Users Group provides a forum between refuse fleet vehicle maintenance staff and original equipment manufacturers (OEM's) to discuss issues associated with the deployment of natural gas-powered refuse vehicles.  Meetings, agendas and information regarding this group are available at:  Meetings and Agendas

Other Links for Finding Fueling Stations

For more information on the fleet rules, call the FLEET RULE IMPLEMENTATION HOTLINE at (909) 396-3044 or e-mail fleetrules@aqmd.gov.