MET Projects and Grant Awards
Forecasted
The MET Projects and Grant Awards fund research and conservation projects in Massachusetts that restore aquatic habitats, protect marine species, and promote climate resilience, led by the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs.
Funder: Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026 (2025–2026 Request for Proposals deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Typical awards: $500–$200,000 per project; average annual total awarded ~$600,000; project durations vary.
Summary: Supports projects advancing aquatic habitat restoration, endangered marine life conservation, climate resilience, and environmental education in Massachusetts.
Key Information: Forecasted opportunity—details and deadlines are projected; sign up for notifications for RFP release.
Description
This grant program, administered by the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs through the Massachusetts Environmental Trust (MET), funds projects that promote environmental conservation and protection across Massachusetts. The program prioritizes initiatives that restore and improve aquatic habitats, protect threatened and endangered marine species, enhance biodiversity, foster climate resilience, promote environmental awareness, and address Environmental Justice (EJ) concerns. Eligible activities include advocacy, education, research, and direct conservation or restoration efforts that contribute to the sustainability of the state's natural resources.
