Alabama Incentives and Laws
Last Updated July 2008
State Incentives
Biofuels Research and Development
The Alabama Research Alliance (ARA), administered by the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs, facilitates scientific research and development, including agricultural research and development activities related to biofuels. Income received by the ARA may be used to support research and development activities. (Reference Executive Order 37, 2007)
Alternative Fuels Promotion and Information
The Center for Alternative Fuels (Center) is established within the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries to promote alternative fuels as a viable energy source in the state. The Center will assess the current status and development of sources of alternative fuels, ensure that all alternative fuels sold in the state meet ASTM standards, and act as an information center for alternative fuels and a clearinghouse for available federal grant funding for alternative fuel development. The Center will also administer a grant program funded by an income tax check-off program through the Alabama Alternative Fuels and Research Development Fund. (Reference Code of Alabama 2-2-90 and 2-2-91)
State Laws and Regulations
Alternative Fuel Tax
The state road tax for vehicles that operate on liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and natural gas is paid through an annual flat-fee sticker and the amount is based on the vehicle's Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. Each person owning and/or operating a vehicle that operates on LPG or natural gas must obtain an annual decal from the Alabama LPG Board. The decal must be affixed to the vehicle as directed by the LPG Board as proof that the flat fee has been paid. The issuance fee is $5 plus the decal fee. Owners of vehicles that are converted to operate on LPG or natural gas must apply for a decal within 10 days of conversion or a 20% penalty will be applied to the decal fee. Out-of-state alternative fuel vehicle operators that purchase LPG or natural gas within the state must pay the current Alabama motor fuel tax. The LPG or natural gas dealer or supplier must remit these funds to the LPG Board before the 20th of the month following the date of sale. (Reference Code of Alabama 40-17-160 through 40-17-165)
Point of Contact
Marilyn Franklin/Barnie Gilliland
License and Fees Secretary
Liquefied Petroleum Gas Board
Phone (334) 242-5649
Fax (334) 240-3255
marilyn.franklin@lpgb.alabama.gov
Utilities/Private Incentives
There are currently no known utility or private incentives offered in Alabama.
Points of Contact:
| NAME/EMAIL | AGENCY | TITLE | PHONE/FAX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mark Bentley mark@alabamacleanfuels.org | Alabama Clean Fuels Coalition (Not Yet Designated) | Executive Director | Phone: (205) 402-2755 Fax: (205) 402-9907 | Keith Fordham keithvf@comcast.net | South Alabama Regional Planning Commission/Clean Cities of Lower Alabama (Not Yet Designated | Clean Cities Coordinator | Phone: (251) 232-0152 or (251) 343-6512 Fax: | Steven Richardson steven.richardson@netl.doe.gov | U.S. Department of Energy, National Energy Technology Laboratory | Project Manager | Phone: (304) 285-4185 Fax: (304) 285-4638 | Kathy Hornsby kathy.hornsby@adeca.alabama.gov | Alabama State Energy Office, Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs | Program Manager | Phone: (334) 242-5284 Fax: (334) 242-0552 | Wes Phillips wphillip@energysouth.com | Mobile Gas Service | Director of Corporate Communications | Phone: (251) 450-4799 Fax: (251) 471-2588 | Marilyn Franklin/Barnie Gilliland marilyn.franklin@lpgb.alabama.gov | Liquefied Petroleum Gas Board | License and Fees Secretary | Phone: (334) 242-5649 Fax: (334) 240-3255 | Dale Aspy aspy.dale@epa.gov | U.S. Environmental Protection Agency | Environmental Engineer, Region 4 | Phone: (404) 562-9041 Fax: (404) 562-9019 | Wes Allen wes.allen@gsa.gov | U.S. General Services Administration | Transportation Specialist, Southeast Region | Phone: (404) 608-2217 Fax: (404) 608-2222 |
