Recycled Glass Processing Incentive Grant Program (FY 2026-27)

The California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) is offering the Recycled Glass Processing Incentive Grant Program for FY 2026‑27 to expand furnace‑ready glass cullet processing for beverage containers. Eligible applicants are certified glass beneficiating processors—both private for‑profit and nonprofit entities—operating in California and able to provide a 100 % match to any grant received. Grants range from $1 M to $4 M, with a total pool of $8.78 M, and must be used within a 27‑month performance period (Jan 19 2027 – Apr 1 2029). Applications are due 22 Oct 2026; award announcements are expected 19 Jan 2027. • Eligible projects: expansion of furnace‑ready glass cullet processing in‑state. • Eligible applicants: certified beneficiating processors (private for‑profit or nonprofit 501(c)3/4/6/10). • Matching requirement: 100 % match of grant amount (non‑CalRecycle funds). • Funding: $8,782,179 total; award size $1‑4 M; number of awards dependent. • Performance period: 27 months (Jan 19 2027 – Apr 1 2029). • Application deadline: 22 Oct 2026 11:59 PM PT. • Contact: Danbaki Johnson, (916) 658‑4778, [email protected].