Region 8 Sustainable Materials Management Grant
ID: 356009Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Award Range

$0 - $51K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Environment

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/356009
Timeline
    Description

    The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is offering the Region 8 Sustainable Materials Management Grant, aimed at promoting source reduction, reuse, and market development related to sustainable materials management. This funding opportunity specifically targets projects that address activities within the scope of sustainable materials management, including but not limited to construction and demolition debris, electronic reuse or recycling, and food waste management. With a total funding amount of approximately $51,000 and the expectation of one to two awards, eligible applicants include state, local, and tribal governments, as well as nonprofit organizations within the geographic area of Colorado, North Dakota, Montana, South Dakota, Utah, Wyoming, and 28 tribal nations. Interested parties should submit their applications by September 27, 2024, and can direct inquiries to Lauren Gregory at gregory.lauren@epa.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    gregory.lauren@epa.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    EPA-R8-2024-SMM.pdf
    The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 8 is issuing a Request for Applications (RFA) for the Sustainable Materials Management Grant, aimed at reducing the environmental impact of materials and greenhouse gas emissions through source reduction, reuse, and recycling. The deadline for submissions is September 27, 2024. Eligible applicants include state, local, and tribal governments, as well as nonprofit organizations related to the specified geographic area, encompassing Colorado, North Dakota, Montana, South Dakota, Utah, Wyoming, and 28 tribal nations. Applicants are encouraged to support community-based marketing approaches and integrate Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) strategies within their projects. Total funding amounts to approximately $51,000, with one to two awards expected, depending on application quality. Proposals should detail specific activities, environmental results, and eligibility alignment with the EPA's Strategic Plan for 2022-2026. Projects are anticipated to contribute to sustainable materials management, reducing waste, enhancing material recovery, and fostering market development. This grant opportunity highlights the EPA's commitment to advancing environmental protection initiatives and encouraging collaboration among community organizations.
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