Applications for Recycling Performance Grants Now Accepted

The state Department of Environmental Protection is now accepting applications for the Municipal Recycling Program Performance Grant (Section 904 Grants) for eligible materials recycled and marketed in calendar year 2023. Performance grant awards are based on the weight of source-separated recyclable materials recovered by municipal recycling programs. Townships, authorities, councils of governments, or similar entities with recycling programs are eligible to apply through December 31, 2024.  

Questions can be directed to the Bureau of Waste Management at 717-787-7382 or mvottero@pa.gov. Grant applications must be submitted through eGrants at https://www.esa.dced.state.pa.us/login.aspx