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Find similar grantsResilient Energy for Wastewater Infrastructure (REWI) Grant Program is sponsored by Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (Illinois EPA). Provides funding to publicly owned wastewater treatment plants to assess energy vulnerabilities and implement solar energy systems with battery storage to enhance resilience.
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Wastewater infrastructure is vital for maintaining public health, environmental safety, economic stability and overall community functionality. Traditionally designed for reliability, these systems encounter new stressors from hazardous weather, aging assets, cyber threats, and population changes.
Investing in resilient infrastructure not only extends the life of wastewater facilities but also reduces operational costs and enhances community well-being, especially during severe weather events. Key benefits include minimizing service disruptions, managing risks more effectively, and creating more cohesive system-wide planning strategies.
The REWI Grant Program is funded by the U.S. Department of Energy (USDOE) State Energy Program (SEP) from supplemental appropriations authorized under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA). Only publicly owned WWTPs in Illinois are eligible for program awards. Applicants must register in the Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) portal prior to completing an application.
Applications will be scored competitively with scoring to be completed within 90 days of application close. The Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) closes on April 30, 2026 at 5:00 pm (CST). Awards will range from $200,000 to $2,000,000.
Additional program details and application package may be accessed via Amplifund portal . Wastewater Treatment Plant Grant Program Resources Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) Portal Grantee Pre-Award Requirements GATA Learning Management System - GATA Training Course Amplifund Applicant Series - How to Complete an Application Illinois Amplifund Portal Support Desk - Amplifund ZenDesk Still have questions?
Send Program questions to Abby Brokaw, Office of Energy - Energy Projects Lead at Abby. Brokaw@illinois. gov .
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Publicly owned wastewater treatment plants located in Illinois; applicants must also be registered in the GATA portal. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $200,000 to $2,000,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is April 30, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
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