Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF)
Are you looking to improve water quality for your residents? This training is designed to help you seek federal low-interest loans to support water quality infrastructure projects in your community. Eleven categories of eligible projects are included, including the construction, repair, and replacement of publicly owned treatment works that enhance energy efficiency, water conservation, recycling, and stormwater management.
Grant Summary
Agency
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
Category
Environmental
Eligible Applicants
Municipalities, inter-municipal, interstate, or state agencies, nonprofit entities, for-profit entities, watershed groups, community groups, homeowner’s associations, and individuals. Eligibility varies by state, as some states do not fund private entities.
Total IIJA Funding
FY25 Grant Funding
Match Requirements
N/A
Key Dates
Application dates vary by state.
Overview
The CWSRF is a state-administered program to improve water quality through low- interest loans for vital infrastructure projects. It supports upgrades to wastewater treatment, green infrastructure, and other essential activities. By addressing water quality challenges, the CWSRF helps communities meet environmental standards and enhance public health. Additional funding is also available to address emerging contaminants.
Eligible Activities
The CWSRF program, managed at the state level, offers diverse opportunities for funding across eleven categories, including the construction, repair, and replacement of publicly-owned treatment works. Projects that enhance energy efficiency, water conservation, recycling, and stormwater management are prioritized. States have the flexibility to direct funding based on their unique environmental priorities. The IIJA allows states to waive repayment and provide forgivable loans or grants, making it easier than ever for communities to fund essential water quality improvements.
Opportunities for Climate and Racial Wealth Equity
In a significant step towards equity, the IIJA mandates that 49% of the general supplemental funding must be allocated to disadvantaged communities to tackle affordability challenges head-on. Each state sets its own criteria for defining disadvantaged communities and determining affordability, ensuring that the most in- need communities receive appropriate support.
Key Funding Criteria
Criteria for receiving funding may vary from state to state.
Additional Information
Program details are available on EPA’s Clean Water State Revolving Fund website. For more information on available funding, timelines, and eligible activities, please contact your state department responsible for the program.