Grants

Grant Opportunities -  Grant Success

Existing $15 Million Grant Process

The Puget Sound Clean Cities Petroleum Reduction grant in the amount of $15 Million has been signed by US DoE and the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency.

For the 10 organizations participating in the electric vehicle charging station infrastructure (EVSE) portion of the grant, the following is a list of deadlines and documents to support that process:

Intent Forms are due by close of business by email to Beverly Hempleman on Friday July 23rd.

Supporting documents for this process include the Presentation from the July 6 meeting, the PSRC Data Package, and the EVSE Technical Specifications document.

Grant Opportunities

The most recent issue of Solicitations (August 2010) is a great resource, and a roll-up of regional, state, and federal funding opportunities.

Other Stimulus Funding Opportunities

For the most recent updates related to Stimulus Package-related funding for Clean Cities projects, visit:

http://www.afdc.energy.gov/cleancities/progs/solicitations.php

EPA Diesel Emission Reduction Act (DERA) Funding
EPA through its national office and via the West Coast Collaborative (WCC) has funds available for projects to reduce diesel emissions. The WCC has approximately $5.1 million available for projects in EPA Regions 9 and 10 (AK, AZ, CA, HI, ID, NV, OR, WA and Pacific island territories). Proposals are due on July 1, 2008. EPA expects that awards from this funding will range from $500,000 to $1,000,000. In addition, EPA has national money available via three mechanisms: funds to support loan programs, funds that will be allocated directly to state agencies upon request, and funds for emerging technologies. There is approximately $14.8 million available for the state allocation program and $3.4 million for each of the other two programs. For all the details on this solicitation, see the WCC's site (details on the regional money are provided in the first main section; details on the other pots of money are just below that in the second section). There is also information on EPA's website.

Source Reduction, Pollution Prevention & Clean Energy
EPA requests proposals for the Source Reduction Assistance Grant Program, for projects that support pollution prevention/source reduction and/or resource conservation projects that reduce or eliminate pollution at the source.  Examples of regional priorities include, but are not limited to, the promotion of energy conservation and renewable energy projects that reduce greenhouse gases; green building in K-12 schools, or in the residential business sector; pollution prevention as a means to address environmental justice; and environmentally preferable purchasing, including renewable energy certificate market development projects.  $1.090 million expected to be available, up to 40 awards anticipated.  Responses due 6/9/08.  For more information, including regional priorities and contacts, go to: http://www.epa.gov/p2/pubs/grants/srap08.htm.  Refer to Sol# EPA-HQ-OPPT-08-009.

Global Warming Countermeasures
Toyota Motor Corporation requests proposals for the Toyota Environmental Activities Grant Program.  This program supports environmental revitalization and conservation activities, for the purpose of sustainable development.  The themes this year are "Global Warming Countermeasures" and "Biodiversity Conservation." $1.8 million expected to be available.  Responses due 6/20/08.  For more info, go to:  http://www.toyota.co.jp/en/environment/ecogrant/.

Power, Buildings, Transportation, and Climate
The Energy Foundation accepts proposals on a continuous basis in the areas of Power, Building, Transportation, and Climate.  The Foundation's mission is to advance energy efficiency and renewable energy, essential components of a clean energy future.  For more info, go to: http://www.ef.org/.

Washington State Funding
The Washington Department of Ecology (Ecology) is currently offering grants to reduce harmful diesel pollution. Owners of public and private diesel-powered fleets and heavy-duty equipment can apply for some of the $2.5 million in state grants aimed at reducing toxic diesel emissions. Ecology provides the grants through the Washington State Clean Diesel Grant Program.  The grants reimburse the costs of installing retrofit exhaust emission control and idle reduction technologies on heavy-duty diesel vehicles and equipment.

Applications will be prioritized in this order:

        *       Public fleets, including cities, counties, municipal associations, public utility districts, port and transit authorities, and state agencies.

        *       Privately owned vehicles and equipment that: (a) provide and maintain public service such as refuse collection, recycling, and utilities, (b) construct public roads and buildings, and (c) operate on port properties or are associated with port activities, such as cargo handling equipment, drayage vehicles that transfer goods and materials, and harbor vessels.

        *       Other privately owned vehicles and equipment that operate mainly within the state of Washington.

Public fleets may receive money for both retrofit exhaust emission control and idle reduction technologies. Private fleets will receive money only for retrofit exhaust emission controls. Grants cannot be used to pay for administrative expenses. The deadline for priority consideration is June 6, but applications will be accepted while money is still available. Award notices will be sent by e-mail in early July. Interested applicants should print and complete the application available at http://www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/air/cars/DieselGrantPage.htm.  Applications should be mailed to Department of Ecology, Air Quality Program, PO Box 47600, Lacey, WA 98504-7600, Attention: Rod Tinnemore, Program Contact.

General Information

For current information on available federal funding opportunities, keep an eye on the Clean Cities' webpage on financial opportunities. In addition, a few specific programs that often have funding for projects relevant to the Clean Cities mission are provided below. For those who haven't applied for federal funding before, virtually all grant programs require that applications be submitted via the grants.gov website. It is helpful to familiarize yourself with this website and get registered well in advance of any grant application deadline (or even opportunity). It can take a fair bit of time to get everything lined up with grants.gov so it is worth getting the process started sooner, rather than later. You can find out about grant opportunities via this website as well.

Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) Program
The CMAQ program directs funds to state transportation programs and projects which are likely to contribute to air quality improvements and transportation services.  CMAQ has funded such projects as electric, natural gas and fuel cell buses; alternative fuel infrastructure; and natural gas taxis and shuttle vans.  Any parties interested in applying for CMAQ funds are encouraged to contact the Coalition.

EPA Funding Opportunities
EPA provides funding for various programs.  More information can be obtained by visiting the EPA website.

West Coast Collaborative
The West Coast Collaborative has an annual funding solicitation. Visit the website for the latest information on upcoming opportunities.

United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
USDA provides financial assistance in the form of grants and loans to improve the economy and quality of life in rural America. Technical assistance and information resources are also available. These programs can assist entities seeking to develop and build an ethanol production facility. USDA provides two types of programs: Business Programs & Cooperative Services.