FAQS | REQUEST FOR INFORMATION: BIO-BASED & LOW-CARBON BUILDING MATERIALS

The Clean Fight will soon be investing $750k in grant funding to support projects in New York State integrating bio-based and low-carbon materials, as part of our new program focused on accelerating the adoption of these materials in buildings across the state.

Make or sell a bio-based or low-carbon building material? We're seeking your input. This is your chance to shape our program design and inform our understanding of bio-based and low-carbon building materials ready to scale in New York State.

Please note: We have also released a separate Request for Expressions of Interest for building projects. Those FAQs can be found here.

Explore Frequently Asked Questions regarding our Request for Information (RFI) below.

Is this an application for program participation or grant funding? Can we submit more than one product to this RFI? Does my company have to be based in New York State to submit to this RFI? Is there a minimum required product stage for filling out this RFI? Is grant funding guaranteed for all products that are accepted into the program? How much grant funding will be available through the program? What is the process and timeline for program participation? What is the program timing? Can an architect submit a product on behalf of a manufacturer or vendor? What are the benefits of program participation? Will my responses be kept confidential?

Is this an application for program participation or grant funding?

No, this is not an application for program participation or grant funding. This form is a request for information that will inform our program design. We expect to release a Request for Proposals (RFP) in Fall 2026 for program participation. Grant applications will be available for program participants in 2027. Timing may change.

Can we submit more than one product to this RFI?

Yes, please submit as many products as you would like. Click “Tell Us About Another Product” at the end of the form to submit another solution.

Does my company have to be based in New York State to submit to this RFI?

No. Your company does not have to be based in New York State to submit your product via this form. We welcome submissions from companies based anywhere in the world.

Is there a minimum required product stage for filling out this RFI?

No. There is no minimum required product stage for filling out this form.

Is grant funding guaranteed for all products that are accepted into the program?

No, grant funding is not guaranteed. There will be a separate funding application made available to program participants in 2027.

How much grant funding will be available through the program?

The program will provide $750,000 divided among several projects. Our past programs have awarded projects between $25,000 and $150,000.

What is the process and timeline for program participation?

We anticipate releasing an RFP this fall, where we will seek more detailed information about products.

What is the program timing?

The program will launch in 2027.

Can an architect submit a product on behalf of a manufacturer or vendor?

We would prefer that a product manufacturer or vendor submit their product(s) to the RFI to ensure maximum accuracy. If you are an architect who is aware of a bio-based product that may be a good fit for this program, please share this RFI with them and/or connect them to us at lovinia.reynolds@thecleanfight.com.

What are the benefits of program participation?

We will be releasing more information with the RFP to be released later this fall. Past programs from The Clean Fight have provided non-dilutive grant funding, technical assistance, and business development opportunities to participating companies. You can learn more about The Clean Fight’s past programs at www.thecleanfight.com.

Will my responses be kept confidential?

Any information shared here will be kept confidential by The Clean Fight and its funders. That said, please do not disclose any proprietary or other information in your application that you are not comfortable sharing. Mark any confidential materials (e.g. presentations or pitch decks) shared as "confidential."