The State of Maine announced a funding opportunity for the use of its VW Environmental Mitigation Settlement Funds opened on July 9, 2018. The Round 1 process is described in the RFP Timeline. Completed applications must be submitted via the state website or by mail postmarked by September 15, 2018. Approximately $2 million will be distributed to qualifying proponents during round 1; however, the State of Maine reserves the option to adjust the total distribution based on applications received.

For any questions, please contact Judy Gates, Director, Environmental Office, MaineDOT at judy.gates@maine.gov or (207) 624-3097.

(hat tip to Benjamin Lake)