The Anthracite Region Independence Power Producers Association (ARIPPA) and the Western PA and Eastern PA Coalitions for Abandoned Mine Reclamation are again accepting applications for mine reclamation grants.  The deadline for applications is May 6.

A total of $8,600 will be available for grants.

Grant proposals should be for on-the-ground AML/AMD construction projects with a completion date between August 2021 and August 2023.

Applying organizations must support the mission of ARIPPA, including the removal and conversion of waste coal into alternative energy and the beneficial use of CFB ash for AML/AMD reclamation.

Click Here to download an application and instructions from WPCAMR's website (top right of webpage) or send an email request to anne@wpcamr.org or download from EPCAMR’s website.

Click Here to read the complete announcement.

For more information on programs, initiatives, upcoming events and more, visit the Western PA and Eastern PA Coalitions for Abandoned Mine Reclamation website.

Visit the Anthracite Region Independence Power Producers Association website to learn more about coal refuse-fired power generation.

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