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GIGP Contacts
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SUZANNA RANDALL
Green Infrastructure Coordinator
518-402-7461
GIGP@efc.ny.gov
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Additional Funding Sources
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Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)- Building off their 2011 Strategic Agenda, EPA has announced their new green infrastructure website and availability of technical assistance to 10-20 partner communities. This new website will provide up-to-date information on green infrastructure publications, tools, and opportunities.
The first opportunity they are announcing through the website is the availability of direct assistance from EPA to facilitate the use of green infrastructure to protect water quality. Technical assistance will be provided through EPA contract support, and will be directed to watersheds/sewersheds with significant water quality degradation associated with urban stormwater. The total EPA assistance available is approximately $950,000, and will be distributed among 10-20 projects.
The value of the assistance available to each project will be approximately $50,000 - $100,000. Letters of interest must be received by April 6, 2012.
The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) grant page- provides information on competitive grants for environmental protection and improvement, which are available for municipalities, community organizations, not-for-profit organizations and others. In addition, information about potential funding under section 604(b) of the Clean Water Act can be found here.
Hudson River Estuary Mini-Grants Program- DEC is pleased to announce that approximately $150,000 is available from the NYS Environmental Protection Fund (EPF) for projects that will implement the goals and targets identified in the 2010-2014 Hudson River Estuary Action Agenda. Eligible applicants include municipalities and not-for-profit corporations with a 501(c)(3) designation. Projects eligible for state assistance must be located within the Hudson River Estuary geographic boundaries. The maximum grant award an applicant can request is $10,000. State assistance may fund up to 50% of the total project cost; the remaining 50% must be provided as local match. Deadline for applications is July 20, 2012.
The Water Environment Research Foundation (WERF)- WERF funds water quality research on behalf of its subscribers, and facilitates collaboration among organizations seeking funding partners for high-priority issues. WERF awards funding through a competitive process, and coordinates funding under contract through a staff-assigned program manager. All qualified entities-- including international organizations and disadvantaged business enterprises-- are encouraged to submit research proposals.
The NYSERDA Focus on Water and Wastewater
- designed to assist municipalities in making sound energy decisions about their water and wastewater treatment facilities. These include support for customized energy evaluations through the FlexTech Program, capital incentives for the installation of energy-efficient equipment and processes through the Existing Facilities Program, and support for developing and demonstrating innovative technologies. Additional funding opportunities through NYSERDA can be found here.
The NYS Department of State Grant Opportunities Resource page- provides grants opportunities offered by the NYS Department of State.
The NYS Department of State Division of Coastal Resources Grant Opportunities Resource page
New York State Assembly Grants Action News- monthly updates on available state, federal and private grants.
Hudson River Valley Greenway Grants- site provides information on funding opportunities for municipalities and partner organizations.
Bronx River Watershed Initiative (BRWI)- the BRWI has $3 million available for stormwater retrofit projects, including Low Impact Development Initiatives, to address the root causes of pollution from stormwater outfalls to improve water quality and river ecology along the Bronx River. You may view the website to view a Request for Proposals or to find out more information about this initiative.
Long Island Sound Futures Fund-The 2012 Long Island Sound Futures Fund RFP is now available. This year, the Sound Futures Fund will emphasize implementation projects focused on protecting and restoring Long Island Sound, particularly projects that restore and protect important fish and wildlife habitats; and implement community-based projects that improve water quality and protect water resources. Proposals are due by 5 PM EDT on Monday, April 9, 2012.
New England Interstate Water Pollution Control Commission (NEIWPCC)- NEIWPCC, in partnership with the Hudson River Estuary Program, is seeking projects that will construct green infrastructure practices as a watershed management tool in the Hudson River Estuary Watershed. $100,000 is available for one or more projects. Proposals are due by August 3, 2012.
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