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Round 5 open Sep 15 - Dec 15, 2026.
RISE PA Grant Program for Small- & Mid-Sized Manufacturers (Small Award Track - SAT) is sponsored by PennTAP (Pennsylvania Technical Assistance Program) / U.S. EPA Climate Pollution Reduction Grants program. This program helps Pennsylvania manufacturing facilities with fewer than 500 employees access funding for energy efficiency, emissions reduction, and operational improvement projects.
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RISE PA Grant Program for Small- & Mid-Sized Manufacturers - PennTAP RISE PA Grant Program for Small- & Mid-Sized Manufacturers page_intro_stripe. php --> Funding for Energy Efficiency & Emissions Reduction Projects PennTAP administers the RISE PA Small Award Track (SAT), helping Pennsylvania manufacturing facilities access funding for energy efficiency, emissions reduction, and operational improvement projects.
Through RISE PA, eligible manufacturers can receive grants covering up to 50% of project costs, with awards of up to $500,000. Before applying, manufacturers must complete a technical assessment. PennTAP provides no-cost assessments and technical support to help identify projects, quantify benefits, and prepare for the application process.
Whether you have a project planned or need help prioritizing opportunities for energy savings and emissions reduction, a technical assessment is the first step. RISE PA (Reducing Industrial Sector Emissions in Pennsylvania) is a statewide industrial decarbonization initiative funded through the U.S. EPA Climate Pollution Reduction Grants program. Round 5 is open for applications September 15-December 15, 2026.
Schedule a No-COST Assessment You operate a manufacturing facility in Pennsylvania Your facility has fewer than 500 employees Your project costs between $50,000 and $1 million Your project reduces energy use, emissions, or operational waste Our RISE PA team can discuss your eligibility. Connect with a specialist .
Eligible projects may include: Energy efficiency upgrades Industrial electrification Emissions reduction technologies Funding is awarded through competitive application rounds. Manufacturers interested in applying should begin the assessment process as early as possible.
Grants cover up to 50% of project costs Maximum award of $500,000 Projects ranging from $50,000 to $1 million are eligible Funding makes a significant impact on projects of all sizes, from simple to complex. For facilities with aging systems projects waiting on the capital budget, RISE PA can change the timing of those investments.
Projects that might sit on hold for years become feasible with grant support, enabling facilities to realize the savings and benefits sooner. In addition to its base grant award of $499,995, VAP Steel in East Pittsburgh earned $99,982 in bonus awards to replace an aging overhead gantry crane system with a new high-efficiency system that will significantly lower costs and emissions, protecting jobs and supporting growth.
Blair Image Elements in Altoona was awarded $65,000 to replace three rooftop HVAC units with higher efficiency models. The project will reduce annual energy costs, helping the company stay competitive as a global leader in manufacturing branded signage, lighting, millwork, and building facade systems.
Our RISE PA team and technical advisors provide no-cost assistance to support manufacturers in the application process and throughout the award phase.
Technical assessment to meet the application requirement Assistance understanding grant requirements Guidance on the application Examples of required documentation Connections to additional resources Our team can field your questions, offer expert insights, and help make the application process straightforward so that small manufacturers can benefit from the program.
Meet our RISE PA team or connect with a specialist to schedule a discussion. Office Hours take place Wednesdays, 9:00 a. m.
– 10:00 a. m. when each round is open for applications.
– Active and prospective applicants – Awardees from previous rounds – Contractors with questions about prevailing wage or other requirements Our dedicated RISE PA team is ready to answer questions and offer guidance on all stages of the application and award process. Register for upcoming Virtual Office Hours .
Tröegs Independent Brewing, a Round 2 grant recipient will use its funding to help offset the cost of installing a carbon dioxide reclamation system at its facility, which captures carbon dioxide (CO2) from the fermentation process and reuses it in later stages of beverage production.
Pennsylvania manufacturers are using RISE PA funding to modernize operations, improve energy performance, and reduce emissions, strengthening their competitiveness and improving air quality in their local communities. Learn how manufacturers across the Commonwealth are implementing impactful projects.
VAP Steel is Primed for Growth with Equipment Upgrade that Lowers Emissions and Boosts Efficiency Simple Upgrades Help Blair Image Elements Stay Globally Competitive and Reduce Local Air Pollution Strategic System Upgrades Help EnerSys Facility Cut Energy Costs and Improve Performance
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Pennsylvania small/mid-sized manufacturers with fewer than 500 employees at the facility; projects $50K-$1M; completed site assessment required. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $500,000 (50% of project costs). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for RISE PA Grant Program for Small- & Mid-Sized Manufacturers (Small Award Track - SAT) are due December 15, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
RISE PA Grant Program for Small- & Mid-Sized Manufacturers (Small Award Track - SAT) is funded by PennTAP (Pennsylvania Technical Assistance Program) / U.S. EPA Climate Pollution Reduction Grants program. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Pennsylvania. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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