Emergency Generator Grant

Emergency Generator Grant is sponsored by Ohio Environmental Protection Agency (Ohio EPA). This grant program assists Ohio community public water systems in acquiring emergency generators to power their water treatment plants or critical distribution infrastructure.

PWS Grants for Emergency Generators PWS Grants for Emergency Generators Published 10/30/2024 11:25 AM Updated 09/23/2026 12:25 PM Guidelines for Emergency Generator Grants Ohio community public water systems serving a population less than 10,000 that do not have an emergency generator to power their water treatment plant or critical distribution infrastructure are eligible to apply.

Given the unpredictable nature of power failures, it is critical that water systems acquire onsite alternative power sources as part of their contingency planning. To help public water systems increase their technical capacity to provide a continuous source of safe drinking water, Ohio EPA is offering grants of up to $50,000 to reimburse the initial cost of emergency generators and necessary accessories.

Only costs incurred during the project period are eligible for reimbursement. 1. Dedicated emergency generator capable of treating water and pumping to the distribution system during power outages to meet the average day demand.

Must be equipped with an automatic switchover. 2. Dedicated emergency generator for critical infrastructure within the distribution system.

Must be equipped with an automatic switchover. 4. Training on the use of the emergency generator.

Application and Deadlines This online application form is intended for grant requests for funding not to exceed $50,000 per system. For this funding round, online applications are open from November 2, 2026 to December 18, 2026 at 3pm. A written award or denial will be issued by Ohio EPA within 90 days from the close of the application period.

If funding is available after the original application period Ohio EPA will open an additional application period(s). A grant award letter, instructions for obtaining reimbursement and a grant agreement will be sent to all applicants approved for a grant. It is not a fully executed grant agreement until it is signed by both the system and Ohio EPA.

Grants may only be requested for eligible items or services obtained once a fully executed grant agreement is in place. Reimbursement must be requested within 9 months of the final signature date on the fully executed grant agreement, unless an extension is granted in writing from Ohio EPA.

Upon receipt of the fully executed agreement the applicant will have 9 months from the date of the fully executed agreement to complete the activities specified in their application, submit proof of purchase (receipts) and submit acceptable asset management plan documents (as applicable), and a reimbursement request to Ohio EPA.

Upon receipt of the proof of purchase, proof of payment, reimbursement request, and inspection, Ohio EPA will issue payment to the public water system reimbursing the project costs, up to the amount of the award. Where applicable, the public water system must also comply with Ohio ethics laws and conflict of interest laws; the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 (41 USC Section 701, et. seq.)

; state regulations covering non-discrimination in hiring and affirmative action (ORC 125. 111); and the PWS Authorizing Agent/owner or spouse, as applicable under ORC 3517. 13(I) or ORC 3517.

13(J), has not made, within the two previous years, one or more contributions totaling in excess of $1,000 to the Governor or his campaign committees. Ohio EPA reserves the right to award the full amount requested, award a partial amount requested, or decline to fund any application. NOTE: Please round all currency values to whole dollar amounts in your application.

Click the Submit an Application tab above to access the online application. For questions regarding the online application or the grant process, please email inquiries to: DDAGW. Grants@epa.

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