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Green Resiliency Grants is sponsored by New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC). These grants help flood-prone communities advance long-term community resilience by implementing transformative stormwater management projects that protect homes, businesses, and public infrastructure.
Funded by the Clean Water, Clean Air, and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act of 2022, these investments provide benefits such as safer communities, cleaner water and air, cooler cities (reducing the urban heat island effect), and thriving ecosystems.
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Green Resiliency Grants and the Green Innovation Grant Program | Environmental Facilities Corporation Green Resiliency Grants and the Green Innovation Grant Program The Application Period is Now Open $75M Available Now. Apply by 4 p. m.
on June 12. EFC is now accepting applications for $75 million available through these competitive grant programs. The deadline is 4 p.
m. on June 12. Green Resiliency Grants help flood-prone communities advance long-term community resilience in implementing transformative stormwater management projects that protect homes, businesses, and public infrastructure.
There is $60 million available this round. Funding is made available through the Clean Water, Clean Air, and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act of 2022 . The Green Innovation Grant Program supports projects across New York State that utilize EPA-designated green stormwater infrastructure design and technologies.
Competitive grants are awarded to projects that implement one or more of the following green practices: green stormwater infrastructure, energy efficiency, and water efficiency. There is $15 million available this round. Funding is made available through the Clean Water State Revolving Fund .
Applicants submit a single application for both programs. Eligible projects will be considered for funding under either program. This allows EFC to consider an application under the most suitable grant program based on the project scope.
A webinar is scheduled at 2 p. m. on May 6 to share information about this round and how to apply.
Advance registration is required . EFC uses an online application. The grant application certification form that is available below must be downloaded, signed by the highest elected official or the authorized representative for the applicant, and submitted via the online application.
Green Resiliency Grants Summary (PDF) Green Innovation Grant Program Summary (PDF) Online Application Portal (EXIT) Application Certification (PDF) May 6 Webinar Registration (EXIT) Application Instructions (PDF) Application Documentation Guidance (PDF) Feasibility Study Outline (PDF) Engineering Report Outline (PDF) American Community Survey Data (PDF) Green infrastructure reduces strain on sewer systems by capturing and treating stormwater before it reaches pipes, treatment plants, and waterbodies.
Projects may include shoreline naturalization, green roofs, permeable surfaces, and street trees. These investments provide benefits such as: Safer, more resilient communities: Managing stormwater to mitigate flooding and better protect our homes and businesses. Cleaner water and air: Reducing and treating stormwater at the source.
Cooler cities: Reducing urban heat island effect to create a more comfortable environment. Thriving ecosystems: Restoring habitats to bring nature back to communities. Vibrant communities: Encouraging economic development, revitalizing neighborhoods, and enhancing recreational opportunities.
Funded in Part by the Environmental Bond Act Green Resiliency Grant Awards Up to 90% of Eligible Costs Green Innovation Grant Program Awards Online Application Portal Learn what's needed to enter a grant agreement Over $484M has been awarded to projects statewide through these green infrastructure programs.
You must comply with certain requirements if your project receives funding Mandatory Terms & Conditions Minority and Women-Owned, Disadvantaged Business Enterprise/Equal Employment Op… Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Access documents and data about environmental quality Flood Risk Management Guidance (EXIT) Information about the Community Risk And Resiliency Act Stormwater Management Design Manual (EXIT) Provides standards for the design of the Stormwater Management Practices DEC's Construction Stormwater Toolbox (EXIT) Technical information to comply with construction permit requirements.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: New York municipalities and eligible public entities in New York. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Applications for Green Resiliency Grants are due January 29, 2027. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Green Resiliency Grants is funded by New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in New York. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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