How to fund equipment that reduces your business's water pollution?

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Craft businesses may need to invest in cleaner processes, effluent treatment or the prevention of accidental pollution. The PRÉVENTOX operation, presented by CMA Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, allows businesses to explore a grant from the Rhône Méditerranée Corse Water Agency for certain water pollution reduction projects. The announced rate can reach 70%, but this maximum is neither an automatic rate nor a guarantee of award.

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CMA BFC informs craft businesses about the operation, helps identify the investments concerned and puts them in touch with the designated contact. Its page dedicated to Grand Besançon Métropole lists Marine Mater as the contact, reachable at 07 45 08 61 37 and at mmater@artisanat-bfc.fr. Confirm that this contact and the terms are still up to date before taking any steps.

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Enable businesses to acquire equipment aimed at reducing water pollution.

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Study: research into solutions to limit the discharge of toxic substances, pilot trials, etc.; Works against toxic pollution (collective action): zero-discharge technology, installation or improvement of treatment systems, reduction of rainwater pollution, etc.; Works against accidental pollution: installation of retention tanks, storage shelters, containment basins for fire-extinguishing water, etc.

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Eligible expenses must be at least €5,000 excluding tax.

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The CMA's official page announces coverage of up to 70% of studies and investments to reduce water pollution for craftspeople in the Grand Besançon Métropole area. The Capital OS reference database shows a minimum base of €5,000 excluding tax and mentions different rates depending on business size; these details must be confirmed in the information leaflet and with the Water Agency or the CMA. The 70% rate is an announced cap, not a promise.

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Businesses of all sizes.

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• Installation of effluent treatment equipment or clean technologies; • setting up of retention systems and devices to prevent accidental pollution; • technical studies to identify and reduce the environmental impact of the business.

Step 1

Describe the discharges or pollution risks to be addressed and establish a baseline assessment: substances involved, volumes, discharge points, accidental risks and regulatory obligations.

Step 2

Have the planned studies and equipment costed, distinguishing between the technical items and any ancillary work. Check the applicable minimum investment threshold.

Step 3

Contact the CMA before ordering the equipment or starting the work. Ask for confirmation of the eligible territory, the rates, the timeline, the combination rules and the eligible expenses.

Step 4

Put together the file with quotes, the technical description, the expected gains on discharges and the administrative documents requested. Wait for written confirmation of the rules on when expenses can start.

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The page currently consulted targets craftspeople in the Grand Besançon Métropole area. The title of the reference database entry mentions the Doubs and Ognon rivers, which is not enough to demonstrate full departmental coverage. Check the exact scope. The rates, caps, minimum base and combination conditions must be confirmed in the up-to-date leaflet.

What funding rate can be obtained?

The CMA announces up to 70% for eligible studies and investments within the specified area. The rate actually applicable depends on the project and the scheme's rules.

Which investments are covered?

The CMA page cites in particular effluent treatment, clean technologies, retention systems and technical studies to reduce water pollution.

Are all businesses in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté eligible?

The page consulted concerns Grand Besançon Métropole. The business's geographic eligibility must be checked with the CMA and the funder.

Should I wait before starting the work?

Yes, as a precaution, contact the CMA and get written instructions before signing quotes or starting the work: the rules on which expenses are taken into account may depend on the application or authorisation date.

Partial review

The official page confirms the operation and the maximum rate announced of up to 70%.

Official sources

• PRÉVENTOX operation — Grand Besançon Métropole — CMA Bourgogne-Franche-Comté / Agence de l'eau RMC
• Finding funding for an investment — CMA Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
• Local authorities and partners — CMA Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
• Préventox leaflet from the reference database — CMA Bourgogne-Franche-Comté