This grant program is offered to advance the application of phenological science to critical water challenges in the Southwest USA. The primary purpose of this initiative is to develop actionable scientific insights that can directly inform and improve water usage and resource management in this water-limited region. By studying the recurring biological phenomena and their relationship to environmental factors, recipients will contribute to a deeper understanding of water dynamics. This research aims to provide practical tools and data for more efficient water allocation, forecasting, and conservation strategies amidst increasing aridity. Ultimately, this grant seeks to empower stakeholders with the scientific foundation needed to make informed decisions for sustainable water management in the American Southwest, addressing the pressing needs of its communities and ecosystems.
Opportunity ID: 294908
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | USGS-17-FA-0247 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Actionable Phenological Science for the Water-limited Southwest |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Environment |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 1 |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.808 — U.S. Geological Survey_ Research and Data Collection |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Jun 22, 2017 |
| Last Updated Date: | – |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 06, 2017 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Jul 06, 2017 |
| Archive Date: | Aug 05, 2017 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $60,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $300,000 |
| Award Floor: | $60,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | – |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Geological Survey |
| Description: | Water usage in the Southwest USA. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Stewart Evans
Contracting Officer Phone 916-278-9334 Email:sevans@usgs.gov |
Version History
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Related Documents
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Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Stewart Evans Contracting Officer Phone 916-278-9334 Email: sevans@usgs.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PKG00233401 | Jun 22, 2017 | Jul 06, 2017 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
294908 SF424_2_1-2.1.pdf
294908 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
294908 SF424A-1.0.pdf
294908 SF424B-1.1.pdf