FY25 GUIDELINES FOR BROWNFIELD REVOLVING LOAN FUND GRANTS
ID: 356305Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Award Range

$0 - $1M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/356305
Timeline
    Description

    The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is offering FY25 guidelines for Brownfield Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Grants aimed at supporting the cleanup and redevelopment of contaminated brownfield sites. Eligible applicants, including local governments, nonprofit organizations, and state entities without active RLF cooperative agreements, can apply for grants that require at least 50% of the funding to be allocated for low- or no-interest loans for cleanup efforts, with an additional allowance of up to 10% for community health monitoring. This initiative is part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, with a total funding amount of $15 million expected to support approximately 15 awards, and applications must be submitted electronically via grants.gov by November 14, 2024. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Elyse Salinas at Brownfields@epa.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Brownfields@epa.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    EPA-I-OLEM-OBLR-24-10.pdf
    The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announces the FY25 guidelines for Brownfield Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Grants to support the cleanup and redevelopment of contaminated brownfield sites. An estimated 15 grants totaling $15 million will be awarded by November 14, 2024. Eligible applicants include local governments, nonprofit organizations, and state entities, specifically targeting those without active RLF cooperative agreements. Grant recipients must utilize at least 50% of funding for low- or no-interest loans for cleanup and can allocate up to 10% for community health monitoring. EPA prioritizes projects that promote environmental justice, climate adaptation, and job creation. Applications will be evaluated based on the potential social, environmental, and economic impacts, including community engagement and anticipated outcomes. The project period lasts up to five years, and substantial federal involvement will guide recipients in achieving project goals. The purpose of the grants aligns with EPA's strategic plan to revitalize communities and ensure equitable access to beneficial environmental resources. Interested parties must submit applications electronically via grants.gov.
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