# RESEARCH INITIATIVE ON THE USE OF STEEL SLAG IN CONCRETE AND CEMENT (20.949)

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/programs/20-949-research-initiative-on-the-use-of-steel-slag/  
Publisher: Well Told Grants. Data: USAspending.gov and Grants.gov, updated November 7, 2026.

RESEARCH INITIATIVE ON THE USE OF STEEL SLAG IN CONCRETE AND CEMENT is run by Department of Transportation. From fiscal 2021 to 2025 it awarded $5.0 million in 1 grants, about $5.0 million per award.

## Objectives

The research study will advance the Decarbonization Research Priority and Embodied Carbon Research Priority as listed in the RD&T Strategic Plan:
• Reduce carbon emissions associated with the extraction and manufacture of construction materials and the construction and maintenance of infrastructure.
• Develop tools, technologies, and guidance to improve infrastructure durability, longevity, and sustainability through innovative materials and structures
• Ensure research investments are fully leveraged through the demonstration and deployment of the resulting products and innovations

## Funding by fiscal year

| Year | Amount | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | $0 | 0 |
| 2022 | $0 | 0 |
| 2023 | $0 | 0 |
| 2024 | $0 | 0 |
| 2025 | $5.0 million | 1 |

## Largest recipients

| Recipient | State | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rutgers, the State University | New Jersey | $5.0 million |