MET Projects and Grant Awards
The MET Projects and Grant Awards fund research and projects that protect aquatic habitats, marine life, and biodiversity across Massachusetts, supporting science, conservation, and environmental education.
Funder: Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026: RFP release / Notice of Intent | January 2027: Full application deadline
Funding Amounts: Typical awards range from $500 to $200,000 per project; average annual funding is ~$600,000 total.
Summary: Supports environmental conservation, aquatic habitat improvements, and marine life protection projects throughout Massachusetts.
Key Information: All dates are projected; program is funded by specialty license plate sales, not state appropriations.
Description
The MET Projects and Grant Awards program, administered by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA), funds projects that advance environmental conservation and protection across the Commonwealth. The program, through the Massachusetts Environmental Trust (MET), seeks proposals for initiatives focused on environmental advocacy, education, aquatic habitat improvements, and the protection and conservation of threatened and endangered marine life. Key objectives include enhancing biodiversity, promoting smart growth, understanding and mitigating climate change impacts, fostering climate resilience, increasing environmental awareness, and addressing environmental justice concerns, especially within vulnerable communities.
