MassDEP’s Technical Assistance Grant (TAG) Program is now open for applications. Technical Assistance Grants to support effective public involvement during the assessment and cleanup of oil and hazardous material disposal sites under the Massachusetts Contingency Plan (Chapter 21E).

Public participation is an essential part of the state's Waste Site Cleanup Program. Many may find it difficult to understand the technical and scientific information contained in the plans and reports related to the assessment and cleanup of disposal sites which can hinder effective participation by citizens in the cleanup process. TAGs are awarded to selected community and citizens’ groups to allow those groups to obtain expert assistance, increase public participation, and provide public education about disposal site assessment and cleanup activities.

Applications are due by Friday, August 29, 2025. More information on TAGs and application criteria can be found on MassDEP’s website: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/technical-assistance-grants-waste-site-cleanup.