Microplastics Grant Funding Opportunity

The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) is offering funding to better understand gaps related to microplastics research in surface water and/or drinking water. Funded through a one-time legislative appropriation dedicated to research and recommendations addressing microplastic contamination, grant projects are intended to advance the understanding of microplastics in surface water and/or drinking water. EGLE prioritizes projects addressing key data and knowledge gaps.

Academic institutions, municipalities, and authorities located in Michigan that can undertake microplastics research are eligible. In addition, public institutions, municipalities, and authorities located outside of Michigan that collaborate with in-state institutions, municipalities, and authorities on microplastics research are eligible.

Eligible activities must focus on knowledge and research gaps in microplastics surface water and/or drinking water research. The eligibility of specific activities will be evaluated and determined on a project-specific, case-by-case basis.

Applications are due no later than December 14, 2026, and must be submitted via email to EGLE Water Resources Division staff Eddie Kostelnik (KostelnikE@michigan.gov) and Stephanie Kammer (KammerS@michigan.gov). Applicants should complete and refer to the Grant Pre-Proposal form and Request for Pre-Proposals for full guidance.