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Small Business Advantage Grant

Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (Small Business Ombudsman's Office)Closes Mar 19, 2027(150 days left)Up to $12,000

Summary

Pennsylvania businesses with 100 or fewer full-time employees can be reimbursed 50-80% (up to $7,500-$12,000) for energy-efficiency or pollution-prevention upgrades such as lighting, HVAC, boilers or digital x-ray; first-come, first-served until March 19, 2027.

About this grant

Reimbursement grants of 50% to 80% of eligible project costs for Pennsylvania small businesses that improve energy efficiency or reduce pollution or waste by upgrading equipment, improving processes or reducing runoff. Maximum awards range from up to $7,500 to up to $12,000 depending on environmental impact and whether the project is in an Environmental Justice Area. The 2026-2027 round opened September 11, 2026 and closes March 19, 2027 or when funds are committed; applications are first-come, first-served.

Who can apply

  • Small businesses
  • For-profit companies

Pennsylvania-based businesses with 100 or fewer full-time employees

Project must save the business at least $500 and at least 20% annually in energy or pollution-prevention related expenses (Natural Resource Protection projects are exempt)

Project work must start on or after July 1, 2026 and be completed by June 30, 2027

Topics and uses of funds

Topics

  • Energy
  • Environment
  • Small business

Money can be used for

  • Energy efficiency
  • Equipment
  • Pollution prevention

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