Federal Programs
Several federal agencies have programs that support and offer resources on sustainable manufacturing, based on each agency’s particular expertise. This page provides information on these agencies and links to relevant sustainable manufacturing programs.
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
EPA operates several programs dedicated to reducing the environmental impact of manufacturing processes and products. These programs provide regulatory guidance, tools, best-practice resources, case studies, technical assistance, and partnership opportunities.
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- Clean Diesel Program
- Combined Heat and Power
- E3 – Economy, Energy and Environment
- Energy Star (Buildings, Industrial, Product Labeling)
- Environmental Preferable Purchasing initiative
- Environmental Technology Verification Program
- Design for Environment (DfE)
- Green Buildings
- Green Chemistry
- Green Power Partnership
- High Production Voluntary Challenge
- Labs 21
- Lean & the Environment
- Life Cycle Assessment
- Mercury Partnership Program
- Nanoscale Stewardship
- P2 (Pollution Prevention) Technology Assistance
- Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA) Stewardship
- Responsible Appliance Disposal Program
- SmartWay Transport
- Sustainable Futures
- Sustainable Materials Management Electronics Challenge
- Voluntary High Global Warming Potential (GWP) Partnership
- WasteWise
- WaterSense
U.S. Department of Agriculture
The USDA supports sustainable manufacturing through rural development education, outreach, and assistance programs.
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U.S. Department of Commerce
The Department of Commerce supports a national network of manufacturing assistance centers, and provides grant programs and educational materials to support sustainable manufacturing efforts.
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U.S. Department of Defense
The Department of Defense’s Strategic Sustainability Performance Plan provides a comprehensive strategy to reduce waste and improve resource use efficiency across the agency.
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U.S. Department of Energy
The Department of Energy designs and supports programs including technical assistance, grant programs, and partnerships to support the development of innovative energy efficiency solutions and advanced manufacturing methods.
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- Advanced Manufacturing Office Technology Deployment
- Better Buildings Challenge
- Biomass Program
- Building Technology Program
- Clean Cities Program (Alternative Fuel Vehicles)
- Clean Energy Application Centers
- Crosscutting Technologies
- E3 – Economy, Energy and Environment
- Energy Efficient Product Procurement
- Energy Intensive Industries
- Energy Storage System Research Program
- Fuel Cell Tech
- Geothermal Technology Program
- Industrial Assessment Centers
- Loan Guarantee Program
- Small Business Innovation Research & Technology Transfer
- Solar Energy Technology Program
- State Energy Program
- Superior Energy Performance (SEP) Certification
- Turbine Technology R&D
- Vehicle Technology Program
- Wind & Water Power Program
U.S. Department of Labor
The Department of Labor supports sustainable manufacturing efforts through support of educational and outreach efforts.
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U.S. Small Business Administration
The Small Business Administration’s Small Business Development Centers provide a wide array of technical assistance to entrepreneurs and small businesses, including manufacturers, to support business performance and sustainability.
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National Aeronautics and Space Administration
NASA engages in research-based efforts to create innovative technology solutions that will improve resource efficiency in aviation.
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