Grant Details
CalRecycle provides the Reusable Beverage Containers Infrastructure Grant Program (RBI) to provide infrastructure and start-up costs related to a deposit-return system for glass reusable containers in the Beverage Container Recycling Program. The goal of the Program is to create a reusable glass beverage container processing stream within California to support a circular economy. We anticipate announcing grant awards during CalRecycle's March 2025 Public Meeting.
Funding
- $23,750,000 available for each fiscal year.
- Up to $23,750,000 is the maximum available per applicant per fiscal year (FY).
- $3,000,000 is the minimum available per applicant per fiscal year (FY).
Eligibility Requirements
Eligible Projects
Infrastructure costs and start-up costs related to setting up a deposit-return system for glass California CRV reusable beverage containers.
Eligible Costs
Proposed eligible costs may include:
• Equipment related to setting up a reusable glass bottle deposit-return system (e.g., new bottle washer [parts/components for the system], forklift, office equipment).
• Software technology related to the project.
• Supplies and materials related to setting up a reusable glass bottle deposit-return system (e.g., collection bins, shelving, racks, or storage for reusable products).
• Personnel directly related to the project (limited to 10% of the total request amount excluding equipment).
• Training for grantees’ employees on new equipment and certifications needed to implement the project.
• Construction, renovation, or expansion costs of facilities connected to installation and/or retrofitting of the equipment at the location.
• Outreach and education activities related to the project.
Project Requirements
Projects must be located within California and service California-located businesses. Applicants will be required to identify the location selected prior to award. Applicants must provide a timeline and supporting documentation for obtaining permits in the form of a letter from the appropriate City, County, or State Agency.
Applicants will be required to identify the grantee that will be certified as a Bottle Washer Processor by CalRecycle as a result of the grant. CalRecycle will identify the certification deadline in the grant award email.
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