Resources for Water Infrastructure and Protection

APPLICATION FOR THE DRINKING WATER SOURCE PROTECTION PROGRAM (DWSP2) | DEADLINE: APRIL 4

Interested in protecting your source water at no out-of-pocket cost to your municipality? The DWSP2 application period has been extended to Friday, April 4 at 4 p.m. Apply using your NY.gov credentials. If you do not have a NY.gov account, please utilize the directions below to create one:

Go to https://my.ny.gov
Click “Create an Account”
Then, click “Personal” and sign up using a work email address. It is best to use a shared email for this.
Follow the steps to complete account creation.
Apply Now!

DEC also hosted a virtual information session on Tuesday, February 4, 2025. You can access the recording of this informational session to learn more details about DWSP2 and specific instructions on how to apply.

As a reminder, DEC and Department of Health (DOH) announced the availability of free technical assistance for municipalities to protect their public drinking water sources through DWSP2. DWSP2 is a multi-agency initiative led by DEC and DOH in collaboration with the Departments of Agriculture and Markets and State. Up to 30 volunteer communities will work with technical assistance providers to develop and implement programs that proactively protect public drinking water sources.

For more information on the application period, please read the press release. Community public water suppliers are encouraged to apply for free technical assistance to develop and implement a Drinking Water Source Protection Program. Visit the DWSP2 webpage to access the online application or click the link above. For any additional questions related to the application, contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

 

EFC IS ACCEPTING LISTINGS FOR THE CLEAN WATER STATE REVOLVING FUND | DUE: MAY 30

The New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation is preparing its Intended Use Plan for Federal Fiscal Year (FFY) 2026, which begins October 1, 2025. Municipalities are invited to list new projects through May 30, 2025. The project listing and an approvable engineering report consistent with the Engineering Report Outline (effective 10/1/2024) must be submitted no later than May 30, 2025 in order to be included on the 2026 Annual List and eligible for financing in FFY 2026. Listing forms received after this date will be processed for inclusion on the 2027 Intended Use Plan.

Any projects included in the 2025 Intended Use Plan that do not have a recent financing application or a closed financing will receive a request from EFC to provide updated project information. Completing the provided update form is required, a new listing form is not needed for these projects.

EFC is proud to provide low-cost financial assistance for water quality projects in New York State and we look forward to working with you on your projects. If you have questions, please email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call Alex Brunelle, Program Coordinator, at (518) 402-6924.