The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) recently announced that grant funding is now available for recycling projects through the Recycling Market Development Program (RMDP).
Eligible applicants may request between $50,000 and $500,000 in funding. Proposals will be accepted through July 29, 2026.
Public and private businesses, municipalities, solid waste management districts, nonprofit organizations, and higher education institutions, located and operating in Indiana are eligible to apply.
Proposals should clearly demonstrate a need and outline how the project will:
- Increase the collection or use of recyclable materials.
- Reduce municipal solid waste sent for disposal.
- Build or strengthen partnerships with local communities.
- Raise public awareness of recycling through meaningful outreach and education.
Projects should demonstrate sustainability and an understanding of the changing economy for recyclers and look at where monies can be used most effectively to increase statewide recycling.
Final funding decisions will be made in December. Applications must be submitted through the online application portal, which can be accessed at Recycling Market Development Program at idem.IN.gov/recycle/recycling-market-development-program.
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