2026 PFAS and Emerging Contaminants Grant/Loan Programs in Texas

Communities and other eligible entities now have the opportunity to submit funding requests for projects for both Clean Water State Revolving Funds Emerging Contaminants (CWSRF-EC) and Drinking Water State Revolving Fund Emerging Contaminants (DWSRF-EC) administered by the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB).

Program Overviews

CWSRF-EC and DWSRF-EC provide 100% loan forgiveness for planning, acquisition, design and construction of projects to mediate PFAS or other emerging contaminants.

What are PFAS?

PFAS are a large group of man-made chemicals widely used in consumer and industry products due to their water, heat and oil-repellent properties, also known as ‘forever chemicals.’

How Half Can Help

The Halff team includes PFAS professionals who can help navigate regulations and identify solutions for water and wastewater contamination, while our Funding Resources team can help put together winning applications for the CWSRF- and DWSRF-EC programs.

Additional CWSRF-EC and DWSRF-EC Details

Funding

All project funding will be in the form of loans with 100% principal forgiveness (similar to grants). The total amount of funding available for each program for State Fiscal Year 2026, which are subject to change based on the approved IUP, are as follows:

• • • CWSRF-EC: $9,330,240
    • DWSRF-EC: $59,568,889

Before Applying

To learn more about the program requirements, eligible applicants and projects, and scoring criteria, please review the IUPs for each program:

• • • CWSRF-EC IUP
    • DWSRF-EC IUP

Deadline

Friday, March 6, 2026, by 5:00 PM CST

We Are Here to Help

If you’re interested in applying or have questions about eligibility, scoring or completing your PIF, visit the Halff Funding Resources page and use the ‘Let’s Connect’ form at the bottom of the page to get in contact with our PFAS and Funding experts.

Helpful Links

TWDB Emerging Contaminants (EC) Program for both DWSRF and CWSRF
TWDB Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) Loan Program
TWDB Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF) Loan Program