Opportunity Information: Apply for EPA R6 RCC 2010
Apply for EPA R6 RCC 2010
- The Environmental Protection Agency in the environment sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Resource Conservation Challenge Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 66.808 Solid Waste Management Assistance Grants.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 27, 2010 and posted on May 27, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 8, 2010 Please refer to the full announcement, including Section IV for additional information on submission methods and due dates.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $50,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $25,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 2 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification) County governments Private institutions of higher education State governments Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized) City or township governments.
- See Section III of the announcement for additional eligibility information.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 6 Resource Conservation Challenge (RCC) Program is a discretionary grant opportunity designed to support projects that increase recycling and improve materials management across the five-state Region 6 area: Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas. The focus of the program is closely tied to EPA's broader goal of land preservation and restoration, with an emphasis on reducing waste, diverting materials from landfills, and encouraging more sustainable use of resources through stronger recycling systems and market development.
This opportunity specifically targets proposals that advance national RCC priorities, particularly efforts that increase recycling of municipal solid waste, construction and demolition (C&D) debris, and industrial materials. In practical terms, applicants are expected to propose projects that either expand recycling collection and processing, improve the quality and quantity of recovered materials, or remove barriers that keep valuable materials from being reused. While the national priorities guide the general direction, the announcement notes that Region 6 also has its own specific priorities, which are detailed in the full funding announcement under the section titled "Funding Opportunity Description." Applicants would need to align their project ideas with those Region 6-specific priorities to be competitive.
Awards are made through cooperative agreements, which typically means EPA expects to have substantial involvement during the project period (for example, coordination on work planning, reporting, or technical collaboration), rather than simply issuing a check and stepping back. EPA anticipated making about two awards under this announcement, with an estimated total funding amount of $50,000. The maximum funding per award (the award ceiling) is $25,000. There is no cost-sharing or matching requirement listed, which can make participation more feasible for smaller organizations or local governments that may not have extra funds available to meet a match.
Eligibility is broad and includes state governments, county governments, and city or township governments, as well as public and state-controlled institutions of higher education and private institutions of higher education. Federally recognized Native American tribal governments are also eligible. The listing also notes "Others" as potentially eligible, but directs applicants to review Section III of the full announcement for the exact eligibility rules and any limitations, which is important because federal grant opportunities sometimes place conditions on who qualifies or how partnerships must be structured.
Collaboration is strongly encouraged. EPA specifically notes that applicants are encouraged to partner and coordinate with other organizations working on similar recycling, waste diversion, or materials management efforts. That could include partnerships between local governments and universities, collaborations with tribal programs, joint efforts with regional planning organizations, or coordination with nonprofits and industry groups, depending on what the full announcement allows. In programs like RCC, partnerships can strengthen a proposal by improving reach, sharing expertise, and demonstrating that the project can be sustained beyond the initial funding.
Key administrative details include the funding opportunity number (EPA R6 RCC 2010) and CFDA number 66.808, Solid Waste Management Assistance Grants. The opportunity was posted on May 27, 2010, with an application closing date of July 8, 2010, and it was archived on August 7, 2010. Applicants were instructed to refer to Section IV of the full announcement for the official submission methods and due date requirements, which typically covers how to submit, what forms are required, formatting rules, and whether submission is through Grants.gov or another process. For help accessing the full announcement, the contact listed is Deanna DeBose at 214-665-6461.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the EPA Region 6 Resource Conservation Challenge (RCC) Program grant?
The EPA Region 6 Resource Conservation Challenge (RCC) Program is a discretionary grant opportunity that supports projects intended to increase recycling and improve materials management in EPA Region 6. The program is tied to EPA goals around land preservation and restoration by reducing waste, diverting materials from landfills, and encouraging more sustainable resource use through stronger recycling systems and market development.
Which states are included in EPA Region 6 for this opportunity?
This opportunity covers the five-state EPA Region 6 area: Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Texas.
What kinds of projects does this funding opportunity support?
The program targets proposals that advance national RCC priorities, especially projects that increase recycling of:
- Municipal solid waste
- Construction and demolition (C&D) debris
- Industrial materials
Applicants are expected to propose projects that expand recycling collection and processing, improve the quality and quantity of recovered materials, and/or remove barriers that prevent valuable materials from being reused.
Are there Region 6-specific priorities in addition to national RCC priorities?
Yes. In addition to the national RCC priorities, the announcement notes that EPA Region 6 has its own specific priorities. These are described in the full funding announcement under the section titled "Funding Opportunity Description." Aligning a proposal with the Region 6-specific priorities is described as important for competitiveness.
How are awards made (grant vs. cooperative agreement)?
Awards are made through cooperative agreements. This generally means EPA expects to have substantial involvement during the project period (for example, coordination on work planning, reporting, or technical collaboration), rather than simply providing funding with minimal agency participation.
How many awards does EPA expect to make, and how much funding is available?
EPA anticipated making about two awards under this announcement, with an estimated total funding amount of $50,000.
What is the maximum funding amount per award?
The maximum funding per award (the award ceiling) is $25,000.
Is cost-sharing or matching required?
No cost-sharing or matching requirement is listed in the provided information for this opportunity.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is described as broad and includes:
- State governments
- County governments
- City or township governments
- Public and state-controlled institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- Federally recognized Native American tribal governments
The listing also notes "Others" may be eligible, but applicants are directed to review Section III of the full announcement for exact eligibility rules and any limitations.
What does it mean that "Others" may be eligible?
The opportunity indicates that "Others" could potentially be eligible, but it does not define that category in the provided summary. The announcement instructs applicants to review Section III of the full funding announcement for the exact eligibility requirements, including any conditions or limits that may apply.
Are partnerships or collaboration encouraged?
Yes. EPA specifically encourages applicants to partner and coordinate with other organizations working on similar recycling, waste diversion, or materials management efforts. The summary suggests collaborations could include local governments and universities, tribal programs, regional planning organizations, nonprofits, and industry groups, as allowed by the full announcement.
What is the funding opportunity number for this grant?
The funding opportunity number is EPA R6 RCC 2010.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA number is 66.808, Solid Waste Management Assistance Grants.
When was the opportunity posted, and what were the key dates?
The opportunity was posted on May 27, 2010. The application closing date was July 8, 2010. The opportunity was archived on August 7, 2010.
Where can applicants find official submission instructions and requirements?
Applicants were instructed to refer to Section IV of the full announcement for official submission methods and due date requirements. This typically includes details such as how to submit, which forms are required, formatting rules, and whether submission is through Grants.gov or another process.
Who is the contact for help accessing the full funding announcement?
The contact listed for help accessing the full announcement is Deanna DeBose at 214-665-6461.
What should applicants review in the full announcement to be competitive?
Based on the provided information, applicants should pay close attention to:
- Section titled "Funding Opportunity Description" (for Region 6-specific priorities)
- Section III (for exact eligibility rules and any limitations)
- Section IV (for official submission methods and due date requirements)
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