Greenhouse Gas Reduction Loan Program

The California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) is offering a loan‑based grant to fund new or expanded organics infrastructure such as composting and anaerobic digestion facilities, and to support facilities that convert fiber, plastic, or glass waste into useful products. The program aims to reduce methane emissions from landfills, meet AB‑32 GHG reduction goals, improve air and water quality, create jobs, and benefit disadvantaged communities. Eligible applicants include businesses, nonprofits, and public agencies, with a required minimum 25 % matching contribution (cash, grants, or loans). Funding is provided as an advance (up to $2 million or 75 % of project cost, whichever is less) from a total pool of $5.28 million, with the number and size of awards to be determined after the application period. The opportunity is open continuously, with no fixed submission deadline, and applicants are encouraged to review the full grant guidelines before applying. • Supports composting, anaerobic digestion, and waste‑to‑product facilities • Targets reduction of landfill methane and overall GHG emissions • Open to businesses, nonprofits, and public agencies in California • Requires at least 25 % matching funds (cash, grant, or loan) • Funding advances up to $2 M or 75 % of project cost, from a $5.28 M pool • No fixed application deadline – program runs continuously