This grant is for investigating the long-term effects of RO concentrate on Atriplex species, soil characteristics, and microbial habitats. The study, conducted in collaboration with NMSU and BGNDRF in Alamogordo, New Mexico, aims to determine if dry land applications of RO concentrate can be successfully managed using native halophytes. The research also seeks to evaluate the impact on soil quality and the potential use of native plants for cattle feed. Supported by ranchers, this project benefits Reclamation by identifying sustainable solutions for concentrate discharge and building upon previous work at BGNDRF.
Opportunity ID: 292290
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | BOR-DO-NOI-015 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Determining Impacts of Long Term Use of RO Concentrate on Atriplex Species, Soil Characteristics and Microbial Habitats |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Science and Technology and other Research and Development |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.560 — SECURE Water Act – Research Agreements |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Mar 08, 2017 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 23, 2017 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 23, 2017 |
| Archive Date: | Apr 22, 2017 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $85,000 |
| Award Floor: | $85,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of Reclamation |
| Description: | This research will evaluate and determine if dry land applications of RO concentrate can be managed with native halophytes for economic and environmental benefits. This Research will be conducted at the Bureau of Reclamation Brackish Groundwater National Desalination Research Facility (BGNDRF) in Alamogordo, New Mexico. Working with NMSU and BGNDRF, with preliminary data collected by ASU, this study will further evaluate soil impacts and native plant quality for cattle feed. This research has rancher support and benefits Reclamation by determining viable alternatives for concentrate discharge. The research will be conducted at BGNDRF, where the halophyte field has been established by the previous work conducted by ASU. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Matthew Reichert
Grants Management Specialist Phone 303-445-3865 Email:mreichert@usbr.gov |
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Related Documents
Folder 292290 Full Announcement-BOR-DO-NOI-015 -> 6 NOI-R17AC00038.pdf
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