# New York State Awards $80M Water Infrastructure Grants

New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced the award and availability of **$80 million in grants** to support flood mitigation, water quality improvement, and infrastructure resilience projects statewide. The funding is distributed through three grant programs managed by the New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC), including $15.1 million in Green Resiliency Grants awarded in September 2026 for large-scale stormwater management projects, $16.8 million through the Green Innovation Grant Program for nature-based flood mitigation solutions, and $3.1 million in Wastewater Infrastructure Engineering Planning Grants supporting 63 water quality projects. Applications for additional funding opened in October 2026, targeting local governments and agencies to modernize critical water infrastructure with an emphasis on climate resilience and sustainability.

- **Why this matters:** Procurement professionals should note the significant state-level investment in water infrastructure projects totaling $80 million, with multiple grant programs offering opportunities for engineering, planning, and construction services.
- The involvement of municipal entities such as New York City Housing Authority, City of Long Beach, and Lewis County highlights active local government participation and potential subcontracting avenues.
- Organizations specializing in stormwater management, wastewater engineering, and nature-based environmental solutions can leverage these grants to expand their project portfolios in New York State.
- The grants align with New York's broader $3.75 billion FY27 water infrastructure plan, indicating sustained funding and future procurement opportunities in this sector.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Environment, Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 22, 2026

### Government Entities
- New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC)
- New York City Housing Authority
- City of Long Beach
- Lewis County
- Buffalo Sewer Authority

### Vendors
- New York City Housing Authority (grant recipient)
- City of Long Beach (grant recipient)
- Lewis County (grant recipient)
- Buffalo Sewer Authority (grant recipient)
- Save the Sound, Inc. (grant recipient)

### Key Quotes
> My administration is strategically investing in improvements that are both environmentally sustainable and fiscally responsible for a cleaner, greener New York.
> — Governor Hochul

> Climate Week reminds us of whats at stake: protecting homes, businesses, public safety and our precious natural resources.
> — Kathy Hochul

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- [Hochul announces $80 million in grants for flood mitigation, water infrastructure](https://www.wbng.com/2026/09/21/hochul-announces-80-million-grants-flood-mitigation-water-infrastructure) - WBNG
- [Governor Hochul Marks the Start of Climate Week NYC Announcing $80 Million in Grants for Flood Mitigation and Water Infrastructure Improvement Projects | Governor Kathy Hochul | New York State](https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/governor-hochul-marks-start-climate-week-nyc-announcing-80-million-grants-flood-mitigation-and) - NY