M36 Water Audit Opportunity (FY26)
This grant funds research, planning, and mitigation projects that improve water efficiency and address ecosystem impacts for Massachusetts public water suppliers.
Funder: Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Request for Interest/submission deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Typically $20,000–$600,000 per award; total pool ~$1,000,000; 20% match required; cost-reimbursement basis
Summary: Supports public water suppliers in Massachusetts with planning, demand management, and mitigation projects to improve water system efficiency and comply with the Water Management Act.
Key Information: Preference for projects benefiting Disadvantaged Communities; only public water suppliers with WMA permits/registrations eligible.
Description
This opportunity, offered by the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) under the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs, provides funding to public water suppliers and municipalities holding Water Management Act (WMA) permits or registrations. The program aims to support projects that address long-term water needs, improve water use efficiency, and mitigate the impacts of water withdrawals on local ecosystems and communities. Eligible projects include planning (such as drought and resiliency studies), demand management (like conservation and rate studies), and implementation of mitigation measures (such as stormwater recharge or habitat improvement). The grant strongly encourages projects that directly benefit Disadvantaged Communities and fosters regional cooperation.
