Grants and Technical Assistance for Food Waste Projects from NYSP2I
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Interested in Reducing Food Waste? Get Grants and Technical Assistance from NYSP2I |
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Did you know that grants are available for NYS businesses, municipalities, or non-profits that divert food waste from landfill disposal or incineration through the use of new equipment or technologies? Who is Eligible? Municipalities, non-profits, or businesses registered in New York State that produce, haul or recycle more than 1 ton of excess food or food scraps per week. About the Grants The Food Waste Reduction & Diversion Reimbursement Program offers a reimbursement of up to 44% (in most cases not to exceed $100,000) of eligible equipment costs upon fulfillment of the program requirements. Eligible equipment includes purchases that will divert excess food and food scraps (food waste) from landfill or incineration. Diversion includes prevention, donation and recycling. Learn more about the program via this link: https://www.rit.edu/affiliate/nysp2i/our-work/collaborations Are you just looking for technical assistance? Learn more about the technical assistance available through NYSP2I by clicking this link: https://www.rit.edu/affiliate/nysp2i/services/food-waste-diversion |
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