# New York Funds Statewide Water Projects

On October 20, 2026, New York State announced nearly $500 million in grants for 106 drinking-water and sewer projects, supporting projects with combined costs of $1.4 billion and advancing the state’s $3.75 billion water infrastructure investment plan. Separately, the Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC) is accepting applications for $45 million in Green Resiliency Grants, and its Community Assistance Teams can help eligible communities prepare applications.

- Municipalities and water-sector contractors can assess the 106 funded projects for potential construction, engineering, equipment, and related subcontracting opportunities; the announcement does not identify specific solicitations or contractors.
- Eligible communities may apply for the Green Resiliency Grants. EFC Community Assistance Teams are available to help prepare applications; no application deadline is stated in the signal.
- The scale of the awards and the broader $3.75 billion investment plan indicate continued state demand for drinking-water and sewer infrastructure work, including projects that address lead service lines and emerging contaminants.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure, Environment
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding
**Published:** October 20, 2026

### Government Entities
- New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC)
- New York State (NYS)

### Key Quotes
> These grants will help remove lead service lines and combat harmful emerging contaminants from drinking water while protecting public health for years to come.
> — James McDonald, New York State Health Commissioner

> Investing in water infrastructure is an investment in the future of every New Yorker.
> — Kathy Hochul, Governor of New York

### Sources
- [Governor Hochul Announces Nearly $500 Million in Grants to Water Infrastructure Projects Statewide | Governor Kathy Hochul | New York State](https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/governor-hochul-announces-nearly-500-million-grants-water-infrastructure-projects-statewide) - NY