The purpose of this Request for Applications (RFA) is to fund projects, sustainable beyond the grant period, which will enhance the financial viability of recycling, composting, reuse, repurposing, and waste reduction in Colorado and will create new jobs in the state. Preventing waste before it is created is the most effective reduction method (reduce), followed by reuse, and recycle. 

Applications are due no later than January 5, 2024 at 3:00pm MT. Projects are anticipated to begin on July 1, 2024. Please apply through the link below. If you need to access a previously started application, use the application portal. 

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Answers to Round One Questions

We offer a formal question-and-answer (Q&A) process to provide all potential applicants with equitable access to information. Answers to questions asked during the RREO Round 1 inquiry period are now available:

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Answers to Round Two of Questions

CDPHE offers a formal question-and-answer (Q&A) process to provide all potential applicants with equitable access to information. Answers to questions asked during the RREO Round 2 inquiry period are now available:

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See the timeline below for important dates for RFA #42258.