The Kentucky Energy and Environment Cabinet is accepting grant proposals for projects that promote the use of recycled waste tires.
The cabinet will provide grant funding for landscaping mulch projects, walking trails, poured-in-place playgrounds, sidewalks or other surfaces, horse trailers or stall mats, tree wells, or other products utilizing recycled Kentucky tires.
Projects that are not eligible for grants include:
A list of crumb rubber suppliers can be found here.
Grant funding comes from the Waste Tire Trust Fund, established in 1998 by the Kentucky General Assembly, to receive fees collected from new tire sales. The applicant will provide match funding equal to at least 25% of the project cost. A list of 2022 grant recipients can be found here.
Applications must be received by 4:30 p.m. EDT on April 1, 2024, via email to lisa.evans@ky.gov. The application submission and supporting documentation are required for the application to be considered for funding.
Contact Lisa Evans via email or call 502.782.6355 (office) or 502.330.6829 (cell) for more information.
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