A significant grant agreement is being awarded to Bat Conservation International, indicating an intent to fund vital research. This grant is specifically for continuing an ongoing, crucial study focused on mitigating the impact of wind energy on wildlife. The primary purpose of this initiative is to meticulously evaluate the effectiveness of operational curtailment strategies in significantly reducing bat fatalities at a specific wind facility located in Pennsylvania. This continuation of research aims to provide critical data and insights into sustainable energy development practices, ensuring better protection for bat populations. The findings will be instrumental in informing future conservation efforts and operational guidelines for wind facilities nationwide, promoting ecological balance.
Opportunity ID: 48399
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | FWS-R5-ES-09-013 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Notice of Intent to Award – Bat Fatality at Wind Turbine Study |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Environment |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.650 — Research Grants (Generic) |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Jul 11, 2009 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 17, 2009 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 17, 2009 |
| Archive Date: | Jul 18, 2009 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $132,844 |
| Award Floor: | $132,844 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education Nonprofits that do not have a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Fish and Wildlife Service |
| Description: | This is a NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD a Grant Agreement to Bat Conservation International. The anticipated award is a continuation of an on-going study entitled “Evaluating the effectiveness of operational curtailment on reducing bat fatalities at a wind facility in Pennsylvania”. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Christal Cutler
Contract Specialist Phone 413-253-8233 Email:christal_cutler@fws.gov |
Version History
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Related Documents
There are no related documents on this grant.
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Christal Cutler Contract Specialist Phone 413-253-8233 Email: christal_cutler@fws.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FWS-R5-ES-09-013 | Bat Fatality at Wind Turbine Study | PKG00013022 | Jul 11, 2009 | Jul 17, 2009 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
48399 SF424-2.0.pdf
Optional forms
48399 SF424D-1.1.pdf
48399 SF424C-1.0.pdf
48399 SF424B-1.1.pdf
48399 SF424A-1.0.pdf
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