Indiana awards $500K in recycling grants

The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) has announced the recipients of the agency’s Community Recycling Grant Program (CRGP). IDEM awarded $500,000 to 12 applicants.

“These grants support practical, locally driven solutions that help reduce waste, lower costs and build sustainable systems that last,” Indiana Gov. Mike Braun says. “I’m proud to see Indiana investing in efforts that deliver environmental benefits without relying on taxpayer dollars.”

CRGP grants are available to counties, municipalities, solid waste management districts, schools, universities and nonprofit organizations located in Indiana. Funding is intended to create successful, cost-effective programs, IDEM says. Applicants must demonstrate a positive environmental impact within the project service area, an increase in waste diversion due to the project and show the sustainability of the project.

“Community recycling programs are a win-win for Hoosiers,” IDEM Commissioner Clint Woods says. “They protect our environment and lower disposal costs. IDEM is proud to partner with these organizations to provide innovative solutions to increase recycling throughout the state.”

View the full list of grant recipients.

Grants are funded through IDEM’s Solid Waste Management Fund, which comes from the solid waste management fee. The fee consists of a $0.50 per ton charge on solid waste for final disposal at Indiana municipal solid waste landfills and incinerators.