Waste Reduction and Diversion Grant Program
Forecasted
The Waste Reduction and Diversion Grant Program from the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services funds innovative projects that advance science-based waste reduction and diversion in New Hampshire.
Funder: New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Matching grant funding; specific award amounts to be announced; at least $1 million expected for the program.
Summary: Supports projects by NH municipalities, nonprofits, and businesses that significantly advance solid waste reduction and diversion.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; details and application materials will be available in 2027.
Description
The Waste Reduction and Diversion Grant Program, overseen by the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (NHDES), is designed to fund projects that demonstrate significant improvements in solid waste reduction and diversion within the state. Established under the Solid Waste Management Fund, the program provides matching grants to eligible entities—including municipalities, solid waste districts, nonprofit organizations, and businesses—to implement innovative strategies that reduce the amount of waste requiring disposal. The goal is to encourage practical, measurable progress in waste diversion and foster environmentally responsible waste management practices statewide.
