Pollution Prevention Assistance Account (PPAA) Loan Program
The Pollution Prevention Assistance Account (PPAA) Loan Program funds Pennsylvania small business projects that use science and technology to reduce waste, pollution, or energy use, led by the Department of Environmental Protection.
Funder: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection
Due Dates: Rolling (open application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $100,000 per 12-month period; 2% fixed interest; max 10-year term; funds up to 75% of total project cost.
Summary: Low-interest loans for Pennsylvania small businesses to implement projects that reduce waste, pollution, or energy usage.
Key Information: Business and project site must be in PA and have ≤100 FTE employees; loans require a payback period ≤ loan term.
Description
The Pollution Prevention Assistance Account (PPAA) Loan Program provides low-interest, fixed-rate loans to small businesses in Pennsylvania for projects that reduce waste, pollution, or energy consumption. The program supports the purchase of equipment or process changes that align with pollution prevention, such as high-efficiency lighting, HVAC upgrades, digital x-ray equipment, reduced use of chemicals, or installation of closed-loop water systems. The initiative is a collaboration between the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED), aiming to help small businesses comply with environmental regulations while achieving cost savings.
