The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Utilities Service awarded a $138,000 Project Grant to Earth Island Institute Inc. under the Solid Waste Management Grants program (CFDA 10.762) on August 30, 2024. This grant supports Earth Island Institute's efforts to reduce water pollution and improve solid waste management practices in rural California communities. Key products and services delivered through this funding include providing technical assistance, training, and research activities related to evaluating landfill conditions, enhancing operator skills, reducing waste streams, and developing closure plans for active or decommissioned solid waste facilities in rural areas. As a non-profit organization, Earth Island Institute has extensive experience managing federal grants and delivering environmental protection solutions through programs such as this.
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