USGS Water Use Data and Research Program Announcement for Fiscal Year 2024
ID: 351475Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Geological Survey (DOI-USGS1)

Award Range

$24K - $125K

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Natural Resources

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/351475
Timeline
    Description

    The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is offering a cooperative agreement opportunity for State water resource agencies to participate in the Water Use Data and Research (WUDR) program for Fiscal Year 2024. This initiative aims to support these agencies in the collection and reporting of water-use data, enhancing the availability, quality, and compatibility of such data to address the Department of the Interior's Secretarial Priorities. The program is critical for understanding national water use and availability, helping water managers to monitor conditions and plan for future water resource needs. Interested applicants can apply for funding ranging from $24,000 to $125,000, with a total estimated program funding of $1.5 million available. Applications must be submitted electronically by 4:00 PM ET on April 11, 2024, and inquiries can be directed to Sara Roser at sroser@usgs.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    sroser@usgs.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    2024 WUDR PA - Attachment H.docx
    2024.bin
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