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ROSES 2025: A.16 Cryosphere
Contact for amount
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA Headquarters)
Federal

Application Deadline

Dec 4, 2026

Date Added

Sep 2, 2026

This funding opportunity is designed for U.S. institutions conducting research on the cryosphere, including ice and snow dynamics, to advance NASA's scientific objectives.

Science and Technology
State governments
Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF)
Contact for amount
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 9, 2025

This program provides low-interest loans to states and eligible entities for various water quality improvement projects, including wastewater treatment and stormwater management, to enhance public health and environmental sustainability.

Environment
Nonprofits
Dark Sky Grant Program
$500
Village of Westmont Environmental Improvement Committee
Local

Application Deadline

Nov 1, 2026

Date Added

Jan 12, 2026

This program provides funding to residents and businesses in Westmont, Illinois, for home and property improvements that promote responsible lighting practices to reduce light pollution and enhance nighttime visibility.

Environment
Individuals
Energy Matching Funds Program
$155,000,000
Wyoming Energy Authority
State

Application Deadline

Nov 3, 2026

Date Added

Aug 12, 2026

Energy Matching Funds supports Wyoming-based research, pilot, demonstration, and commercial deployment projects that address state energy needs and can provide matching funds.

Energy
Individuals
NARMS Cooperative Agreement Program to Strengthen Antibiotic Resistance Surveillance in Retail Food Specimens
$200,000
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (Food and Drug Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Apr 1, 2027

Date Added

Jul 12, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to educational institutions, nonprofits, and government entities to enhance surveillance of antibiotic resistance in bacteria found in retail food, particularly raw meats and seafood.

Health
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
On-site Energy Manager Grant Program
$200,000
New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 21, 2026

This program provides financial support to commercial, industrial, and multifamily facilities in New York State to hire an On-site Energy Manager, helping them improve energy efficiency and operational performance while sharing best practices with others.

Energy
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Replacing, Removing, or Upgrading Underground Storage Tanks Grant
$70,000
California State Water Resources Control Board
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 20, 2024

This grant provides financial assistance to small businesses in California for upgrading, removing, or replacing underground storage tanks to meet safety regulations.

Environment
Small businesses
Climate Change Investment Initiative (2c2i)
$300,000
Exelon Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Sep 28, 2026

Date Added

Aug 29, 2025

This funding program provides financial support and resources to innovative startups focused on clean energy and environmental sustainability solutions that benefit communities within Exelon's service areas.

Environment
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Closing the Opportunity Gap
Contact for amount
Vermont Community Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Nov 13, 2023

This grant provides funding to nonprofits and community initiatives in Vermont that aim to improve economic equity, education, health, and community leadership to help close the opportunity gap.

Education
Nonprofits
Environmental Justice Thriving Communities Subgrant Program
$75,000
Environmental Justice for New England
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jan 27, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to small community organizations and Tribal entities in New England to tackle environmental and public health issues in disadvantaged communities.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion
Nonprofits
Environmental Research & Education Foundation Grants
Contact for amount
Environmental Research & Education Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Dec 1, 2026

Date Added

Oct 6, 2025

This grant provides funding for innovative research projects that improve sustainable solid waste management practices, focusing on climate change, emerging contaminants, and materials recycling.

Environment
Nonprofits
Farm Agronomic Practices (FAP) Agronomic Training Grant
$2,000
Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets (VAAFM)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 7, 2023

This grant provides financial support for Vermont farmers and agricultural service providers to attend educational events that enhance their understanding of agricultural water quality and improve agronomic practices.

Agriculture
Individuals
BIG-LIFT Citywide Storefront Improvement Grant Program
$30,000
Brownsville Community Improvement Corporation (BCIC)
Local

Application Deadline

Oct 9, 2026

Date Added

Sep 2, 2026

This program provides financial assistance to small, locally owned businesses in Brownsville, Texas, for exterior property improvements to enhance their appearance and economic vitality.

Community Development
Small businesses
Alternative Fuels Incentive Grants
$300,000
Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection
State

Application Deadline

Oct 7, 2026

Date Added

Jun 24, 2024

This program provides funding to various organizations in Pennsylvania for projects that promote the use of clean alternative fuels in transportation, including vehicle purchases, infrastructure development, and innovative technologies.

Transportation
Independent school districts
Clean Vessel Act Grant
Contact for amount
Georgia Department of Natural Resources Wildlife Resources Division
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 28, 2023

This program provides federal funding to states for the construction and maintenance of sewage disposal facilities for recreational boaters, ensuring access to environmentally responsible waste management options.

Environment
State governments
Driving a Cleaner Illinois VW Electric Trucks Program
$1,000,000
Illinois Environmental Protection Agency
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 4, 2024

This program provides funding to businesses and government entities in Illinois to replace older diesel freight trucks with new all-electric models, aiming to reduce air pollution in designated priority areas.

Environment
State governments
Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) : Renewable Energy Systems Grant
$1,000,000
U.S. Department of Agriculture (Rural Development)
Federal
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Feb 1, 2024

This program provides financial assistance to farmers and small rural businesses for implementing renewable energy projects and improving energy efficiency.

Energy
Small businesses
Advanced Nuclear Energy Licensing Cost-Share Grant Program
$8,000,000
U.S. Department of Energy (Idaho Field Office)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Jan 9, 2025

This program provides financial support to U.S.-based organizations for activities that help reduce the costs associated with licensing advanced nuclear reactors, promoting innovation and commercialization in clean energy technologies.

Energy
State governments
Pennsylvania First Program (PA First)
$5,000
Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 18, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to businesses and organizations in Pennsylvania to support expansion, job creation, and investment in the state's economy.

Workforce Development
City or township governments
Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust Grant Program
$5,909,575
Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 6, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to government entities, municipalities, and private businesses in Vermont for projects that replace or upgrade diesel vehicles and equipment with electric alternatives to reduce harmful emissions and promote cleaner transportation technologies.

Environment
City or township governments