Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program (HBIIP)

The Higher Blends Infrastructure Incentive Program (HBIIP) aims to increase the sales and use of higher blends of ethanol and biodiesel by expanding the infrastructure for renewable fuels derived from U.S. agricultural products. The program encourages a comprehensive approach to market higher blends by sharing the costs related to building out biofuel-related infrastructure. Eligible applicants include transportation fueling facilities, fuel distribution facilities, and home heating oil distribution facilities. Awards will be in the form of cost-share grants for up to 75 percent of total eligible project costs, but not to exceed $5 million. Key points to consider: • The program is intended to increase the sales and use of higher blends of ethanol and biodiesel. • Eligible applicants include transportation fueling facilities, fuel distribution facilities, and home heating oil distribution facilities. • Awards will be in the form of cost-share grants for up to 75 percent of total eligible project costs, but not to exceed $5 million. • The program encourages a comprehensive approach to market higher blends by sharing the costs related to building out biofuel-related infrastructure. • Approximately $90 million is made available each quarter for funding.