This WaterSMART grant, offered by the Bureau of Reclamation, aims to support water and energy efficiency projects across the western United States. This grant is for the purpose of inviting States, Indian Tribes, irrigation and water districts, and other organizations with water or power delivery authority to partner with Reclamation. Applicants are encouraged to leverage their resources through cost-sharing for initiatives that significantly save water, enhance energy efficiency, address critical endangered species issues, and other environmental concerns. Furthermore, the grant seeks to facilitate water transfers for new uses. By promoting water conservation, encouraging the use of water markets, and improving overall efficiency, these grants are crucial steps towards addressing pressing water issues and fostering more efficient water use in the West.
Opportunity ID: 59091
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | R11SF80303 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | WaterSMART: Water and Energy Efficiency Grants for FY 2011 |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.507 — WaterSMART (Sustaining and Manage America’s Resources for Tomorrow) |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Dec 09, 2010 |
| Last Updated Date: | Dec 13, 2010 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 17, 2011 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 17, 2011 |
| Archive Date: | Mar 19, 2011 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $5,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Under P.L. 111-11, Section 9502, an eligible applicant is a State, Indian tribe, irrigation district, water district, or other organization with water or power delivery authority.
Applicants must also be located in the western United States or Territories as identified in the Reclamation Act of June 17, 1902, as amended and supplemented; specifically: Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Washington, Wyoming, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, and the Virgin Islands. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of Reclamation – Denver Office |
| Description: | The objective of this Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) is to invite States, Indian Tribes, irrigation districts, water districts, and other organizations with water or power delivery authority to leverage their money and resources by cost sharing with Reclamation on projects that save water, improve energy efficiency, address endangered species and other environmental issues, and facilitate transfers to new uses.Water conservation, use of water markets, and improved efficiency are crucial elements of any plan to address western United States water issues. With leveraged water and energy efficiency grants, an important step will be taken towards increasing conservation for a more efficient use of water in the West. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Michelle Maher
Grants Officer Phone 303-445-2025 Email:mmaher@usbr.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 13, 2010 | ||
| Dec 13, 2010 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | R11SF80303 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | WaterSMART: Water and Energy Efficiency Grants for FY 2011 |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.507 — WaterSMART (Sustaining and Manage America’s Resources for Tomorrow) |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Dec 09, 2010 |
| Last Updated Date: | Dec 13, 2010 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 17, 2011 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 17, 2011 |
| Archive Date: | Mar 19, 2011 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $5,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Under P.L. 111-11, Section 9502, an eligible applicant is a State, Indian tribe, irrigation district, water district, or other organization with water or power delivery authority.
Applicants must also be located in the western United States or Territories as identified in the Reclamation Act of June 17, 1902, as amended and supplemented; specifically: Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Washington, Wyoming, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, and the Virgin Islands. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of Reclamation – Denver Office |
| Description: | The objective of this Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) is to invite States, Indian Tribes, irrigation districts, water districts, and other organizations with water or power delivery authority to leverage their money and resources by cost sharing with Reclamation on projects that save water, improve energy efficiency, address endangered species and other environmental issues, and facilitate transfers to new uses.Water conservation, use of water markets, and improved efficiency are crucial elements of any plan to address western United States water issues. With leveraged water and energy efficiency grants, an important step will be taken towards increasing conservation for a more efficient use of water in the West. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Michelle Maher
Grants Officer Phone 303-445-2025 Email:mmaher@usbr.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | R11SF80303 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | WaterSMART: Water and Energy Efficiency Grants for FY 2011 |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Natural Resources |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.507 — WaterSMART (Sustaining and Manage America’s Resources for Tomorrow) |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Dec 13, 2010 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Feb 17, 2011 |
| Archive Date: | Mar 19, 2011 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $2,700,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $1,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $5,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Under P.L. 111-11, Section 9502, an eligible applicant is a State, Indian tribe, irrigation district, water district, or other organization with water or power delivery authority.
Applicants must also be located in the western United States or Territories as identified in the Reclamation Act of June 17, 1902, as amended and supplemented; specifically: Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Washington, Wyoming, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, and the Virgin Islands. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Bureau of Reclamation – Denver Office |
| Description: | The objective of this Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) is to invite States, Indian Tribes, irrigation districts, water districts, and other organizations with water or power delivery authority to leverage their money and resources by cost sharing with Reclamation on projects that save water, improve energy efficiency, address endangered species and other environmental issues, and facilitate transfers to new uses.
Water conservation, use of water markets, and improved efficiency are crucial elements of any plan to address western United States water issues. With leveraged water and energy efficiency grants, an important step will be taken towards increasing conservation for a more efficient use of water in the West. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Michelle Maher
Grants Officer Phone 303-445-2025 Email:mmaher@usbr.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 59091 Full Announcement-1 -> fy11 weeg_foa_final.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Michelle Maher Grants Officer Phone 303-445-2025 Email: mmaher@usbr.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.507 | PKG00022849 | Dec 09, 2010 | Feb 17, 2011 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
59091 SF424-2.0.pdf
Optional forms
59091 SF424A-1.0.pdf
59091 SF424C-1.0.pdf
59091 SF424B-1.1.pdf
59091 SF424D-1.1.pdf
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