Palm Springs, CA — Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) has been awarded a $503,212 Supplemental Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) grant by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The grant will cover the cost of replacing eight gas-powered airport vehicles with electric vehicles, furthering the airport’s commitment to sustainability and reducing its carbon footprint.
This grant marks the first time that PSP has applied for and received a ZEV grant from the FAA. The move aligns with the airport’s broader efforts to promote environmental stewardship and support the aviation industry’s transition to cleaner, more sustainable operations.
“Receiving this grant is a significant milestone for Palm Springs International Airport and underscores our dedication to sustainability,” said Harry Barrett Jr., Executive Director of Aviation at PSP. “Replacing these vehicles with electric models will not only reduce emissions but also set a precedent for future green initiatives at the airport.”
The grant is part of a broader FAA initiative to distribute over $2.2 billion in funding through the Airport Improvement Program (AIP) and supplemental discretionary grants aimed at improving infrastructure and advancing sustainability goals across airports in the U.S. PSP’s awarded funds will contribute to its ongoing efforts to enhance operational efficiency while supporting environmental goals.
The airport will officially accept the grant later this month, pending City Council approval. This ZEV project will play a vital role in PSP’s future sustainability plans, aligning with federal and industry- wide efforts to reduce emissions in aviation and airport operations.
ABOUT PALM SPRINGS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) served more than 3.2 million passengers in 2023 and is owned and operated by the City of Palm Springs. It is the only commercial service airport in the Coachella Valley, the closest airport to Joshua Tree National Park, and hosts 12 airlines providing nonstop service to 31 airports in
season with one-stop connections to more than 300 global cities. US nonstop routes include Atlanta, Bellingham, Bend/Redmond, Boise, Chicago O’Hare, Dallas Love, Dallas/Fort Worth, Denver, Dulles Washington, Eugene, Everett, Houston, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Minneapolis, New York City-JFK, Oakland, Phoenix, Portland, Reno, Sacramento, Salt Lake City, San Francisco, San Jose, Santa Rosa, and Seattle. Canadian nonstop routes include Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto, Vancouver, and Winnipeg. PSP is served by Air Canada, Alaska, Allegiant, Avelo, American, Delta, Flair, Porter, Southwest, Sun Country, United, and WestJet. Some airlines and routes operate on a seasonal basis. For additional information, please refer to flyPSP.com or get social with PSP on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/flyPSP), X/Twitter (@flyPSP), or Instagram (@flyPSP) to stay informed about the airport and the airlines that serve the Coachella Valley.
