This program provides financing for projects that restore and maintain water quality, reduce climate change impacts, and promote sustainable water resources. Eligible projects include construction of wastewater treatment facilities, sewer systems, stormwater treatment, and nonpoint source pollution control. Financing terms include up to 30 years repayment, with grants and principal forgiveness available for small disadvantaged communities based on affordability criteria. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Eligible applicants include cities, towns, districts, public bodies under state law, state agencies, Native American tribal governments or organizations, designated management agencies, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and National Estuary Programs. Applicants typically serve populations under 20,000 with spec
