Brownfield and remediation projects can be complex. To support you through the entire process successfully, SCS Engineers provides a dedicated team of specialists. From site assessment to funding, cleanup, and construction, we streamline the process and create efficiencies that give our clients a significant competitive advantage.
SCS Engineers’ Brownfields Practice is a trusted resource for municipal and real estate clients planning remediation projects. We help shorten project timelines and often reduce costs, and we help our clients win EBJ and EPA-Phoenix awards for quality and engineering design. Our experts work with you to supplement your understanding of the brownfields grant opportunities, then help you develop a successful proposal.
In addition to the funding, our in-house grant specialists are familiar with various environmental funding sources for affordable housing projects and can tailor solutions to your needs.
Our professional engineers and consultants are available to:
In FY 2027, grants will be funded solely by the annual appropriations Congress provides to EPA’s Brownfields and Land Revitalization Program. Grants will be subject to the following statutory requirements:
EPA anticipates offering grants at the following amounts in FY 2027. All amounts are subject to change. Assessment Grants provide funding for brownfield inventories, planning, environmental assessments, and community outreach.
New EPA Brownfields Funding Opportunities for FY2027
The EPA has released its FY2027 Brownfields Grant Guidelines, and communities have an opportunity to secure funding to help target underutilized and potentially contaminated properties. This year’s funding opportunities include Community-wide Assessment, Assessment Coalition, State and Tribal Assessment, Revolving Loan Fund (RLF), and Cleanup Grants. SCS published an in-depth article reviewing the changes and actions to take to jump-start your applications – read it here.
Important dates and information:
Early planning is essential! Identifying eligible properties, establishing project goals, coordinating community partners, and developing a strong application takes time.
SCS Engineers has extensive experience helping communities navigate EPA Brownfields funding opportunities, develop competitive applications, and advance projects from assessment through cleanup and redevelopment.
Interested in exploring funding for your community? Contact Melissa Schick, National Partner for Brownfields and Redevelopment Funding at SCS Engineers, to discuss your project and help identify the right funding strategy.
Review the FY2027 guidelines and application resources: https://www.epa.gov/
This educational video resource covers USEPA and state funding for affordable housing projects and Brownfields redevelopment. This video focuses on California funding, with portions applicable in all states. Click here for the companion slides.
Meet a few of the team at this CCIM webinar to help get your deal with environmental issues over the finish line. Want to get there faster? JUMP TO MINUTE 8:14.
