The US Geological Survey is offering a cooperative agreement opportunity specifically for a CESU-affiliated partner. This grant is designed to fund crucial research focusing on the demography and movement patterns of California leaf-nosed bats (Macrotus californicus). The primary purpose of this study is to understand how these bat populations are impacted by and interact with renewable energy development initiatives currently underway in California. This research aims to provide vital data for conservation efforts and sustainable energy planning, ensuring the long-term viability of bat species while advancing renewable energy goals. The funding supports comprehensive ecological investigation.
Opportunity ID: 352155
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | G24AS00255 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Cooperative Agreement for CESU-affiliated Partner with Chesapeake Watershed Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit |
| 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: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 15.808 — U.S. Geological Survey Research and Data Collection |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Feb 01, 2024 |
| Last Updated Date: | Feb 01, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 01, 2024 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on the listed application due date. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 01, 2024 Electronically submitted applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m., ET, on the listed application due date. |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $80,000 |
| Award Floor: | $50,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | This financial assistance opportunity is being issued under a Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) Program. CESU’s are partnerships that provide research, technical assistance, and education. Eligible recipients must be a participating partner of the Chesapeake Watershed Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) Program. |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Geological Survey |
| Description: | The US Geological Survey is offering a funding opportunity to a CESU partner for research on demography and movement of California leaf-nosed bats (Macrotus californicus) in the context of renewable energy development in California. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
FAITH GRAVES
fgraves@usgs.gov Email:fgraves@usgs.gov |
Version History
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Related Documents
Folder 352155 Full Announcement-Full Announcement -> Funding Opportunity.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | FAITH GRAVES fgraves@usgs.gov Email: fgraves@usgs.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15.808 | G24AS00255 | Cooperative Agreement for CESU-affiliated Partner with Chesapeake Watershed Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit | PKG00284679 | Feb 01, 2024 | Mar 01, 2024 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
352155 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
352155 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf
352155 SF424A-1.0.pdf
352155 SF424B-1.1.pdf