The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection has posted a grant application to support collection and processing of specified target materials through the Recycling and Reuse Business Development Grant (RBDG) Program. To aid in meeting the goals of the 2030 Solid Waste Master Plan, the RBDG program seeks to provide grants to companies and corporations to support creation of sustainable recycling markets and to add value to municipal and business recycling efforts.

A key element of reducing our solid waste disposal is fostering local recycling markets, particularly for targeted materials that lack strong markets and demand. Stronger local recycling markets support a robust, sustainable, and cost-effective recycling infrastructure and foster economic development and job creation.

Applications will be accepted until April 3, 2026. Additional information can be found on the RBDG webpage, here: https://www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-for-a-recycling-reuse-business-development-grant.