Landfill methane emissions reduction grants
Learn more about climate action in Washington.
We're working to reduce methane emissions from landfills. This is an effective way to cut methane, a powerful greenhouse gas. When organic material (such as food and yard waste) decomposes in a landfill, it emits methane (CH4) and carbon dioxide (CO2) — two gases that contribute to climate change. Methane has more than 80 times the global warming potential (GWP) of CO2 over a 20‑year period. Methane is responsible for more than 25% of the global warming happening today. By 2050, Washington is committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 95% below 1990 levels.
Watch a video to find out more about the connection between landfill methane emissions and climate change.
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Funding cycle
- Amount of funding available: $9.6 million
- Grant award limit: See grant guidelines
- Amount of matching funds required: None
Applications are not being accepted at this time.
Application period: August 6, 2024 – October 1, 2024
Funding is available for the following entities:
- Owners and operators of municipal solid waste landfills
Projects must be necessary and directly related to meeting or exceeding the compliance requirements in Landfill Methane Emissions, Chapter 173‑408 WAC.
More information about this funding program
- Focus on: Grants to reduce methane emissions from landfills
- Summary of engagement and response to comments
- Environmental Justice Assessment: Air Quality Landfill Methane Emissions Reduction Grant
These grants are paid for by funds from the Climate Commitment Act. The Climate Commitment Act supports Washington's climate action efforts by putting cap-and-invest dollars to work reducing climate pollution, creating jobs, and improving public health.
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Contact information
Janée Zakoren
Landfill Methane Grant Manager
landfillgrants@ecy.wa.gov
564-669-8041