Stormwater management

$40 million is available through the NYS Department of State (DOS) in two categories — $20 million for Coastal Rehabilitation and Resilience, which includes projects that will strengthen climate resiliency within, and draining into, the New York State Coastal Area and the Coastal Nonpoint Source Boundary; and $20 million for Inland Flooding and Local Waterfront Revitalization Program Implementation, which includes climate resiliency projects for eligible communities that have participated in the DOS Local Waterfront Revitalization Program (LWRP). Grants are available for final design and construction, or construction-only. Projects should prioritize nature-based and natural solutions where feasible and co-benefits. Applicants are encouraged to submit projects that address and utilize the NYSDOS Resilience Principles in their development. The minimum grant request is $300,000 per Coastal Rehabilitation and Restoration Projects grant application and $150,000 per Inland Flooding and LWRP Implementation Projects grant application.

The GSI Impact Hub is an interactive platform that provides tools, research, and data to help communities plan and evaluate green stormwater infrastructure (GSI) projects. GSI uses natural systems like plants, soil, and stone to manage stormwater on-site reducing flooding, improving water quality, and creating healthier, more resilient neighborhoods. The Hub includes a benefits calculator, educational resources, and guidance to support city planners, advocates, and policymakers in designing projects that maximize environmental, social, and economic benefits.

Explore the GSI Impact Calculator, Detailed Resource Library, and Project Background to better understand how GSI can reduce flooding, improve water quality, and build climate-resilient neighborhoods.