Research and Development Grant Program

Research and Development Grant Program

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Ohio Water Development Authority (OWDA)
Amount: US $200,000
Last Updated: April 01, 2026

Summary

The Research and Development Grant Program by the Ohio Water Development Authority (OWDA) supports innovative projects in wastewater, water management, solid waste, and energy resource development. Eligible applicants include local government agencies and higher education institutions. Priority is given to proposals that enhance water quality, technology, equity, and resilience. Grants are contingent upon available funding, and applicants are advised to review the Participation Agreement before applying.

Overview

Research and Development Grant Program Pursuant to its power to engage in research and development with respect to wastewater, water management facilities, solid waste facilities, and energy resource development facilities, OWDA has established a grant program for qualifying research and development programs. Projects for which grants are awarded must be of such a nature that the benefits to be derived fulfill a general need in the State of Ohio that is within the scope of the powers of the Authority. Grants are subject to available funds. Applicants are encouraged to review the sample Participation Agreement linked HERE, and should be comfortable with the terms and language prior to submitting an R&D application.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. The eligible participants are Local Government Agencies (Cities, Villages, and Counties), Water/Sewer Districts, Conservancy Districts, State Agencies or Institutions of higher learning that perform research and/or development. OWDA will consider any application related to the project areas listed in the Program Guidelines but shall give priority to proposals that address water quality, water technology, water equity, water reuse, and water resilience & security.