Empty Glass Beverage Transportation Grant Program, FY 2026-27

The Empty Glass Beverage Transportation Grant Program aims to facilitate the transportation of empty glass beverage containers to glass processing facilities within California through rail transportation. Eligible projects include those that use rail transportation, equipment, supplies, and personnel related to the transportation of empty glass beverage containers. The program is funded by the Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery, with a total estimated available funding of $4,000,000. The grant requires a 100% match of the awarded funds. • Eligible applicants include businesses, nonprofits, and local governments. • Eligible projects must be located within California. • Eligible costs and activities include equipment, supplies, transportation costs, and personnel related to the project. • The grant program is expected to announce awards in July 2026, with a period of performance until April 1, 2029.