The Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) is a financing tool that supports a variety of water quality protection projects, including construction of and upgrades to wastewater treatment plants, stormwater management, and energy efficiency. Funding generally takes the form of low-interest loans that cities can access through their state—but the Bipartisan Infrastructure (BIL) made important changes. Specifically, roughly half of the CWSRF funding through BIL is in forgivable loans and grants for disadvantaged communities, making it more affordable than ever to implement meaningful water projects.
5 Winning Strategies for Cities to Access Financing from the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF)
August 8, 2023
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What Local Governments Should Do After They’ve Been Awarded A Federal Grant: Navigating Federal Funding Rules and Regulations
A new guide for local governments who have received federal competitive grant funding and want to manage federal dollars responsibly and effectively.
Successes in Direct Funding: Breaking Ground and Building Futures Webinar Recording and Summary
Video not working? Click here to view the webinar on YouTube.Access the presentation here.On November 25th, 2025, the Local Infrastructure Hub hosted a session to explore successes in securing direct federal funding for cities. Since the passage of the Infrastructure...


