American Indian Air Quality Training Program
ID: 356512Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Award Range

$0 - $8M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Environment

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/356512
Timeline
    Description

    The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is offering a funding opportunity through the American Indian Air Quality Training Program (AIAQTP) aimed at enhancing air quality management in Tribal communities. This program seeks applications from eligible entities to provide comprehensive training, technical support, and outreach initiatives for Tribal environmental professionals and American Indian students interested in air quality careers. The initiative is crucial for improving air quality and reducing health impacts in these communities, with a focus on culturally sensitive content and active engagement with Tribal needs. Approximately $8 million is available for a single cooperative agreement over five years, with applications due electronically via Grants.gov by November 15, 2024. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Pat Childers at the EPA via email at childers.pat@epa.gov or by phone at 202-564-1082.

    Point(s) of Contact
    childers.pat@epa.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    EPA-OAR-IO-24-05.pdf
    The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announces the American Indian Air Quality Training Program (AIAQTP), aimed at enhancing air quality management in Tribal communities. The program will provide ongoing training, technical support, and outreach initiatives for Tribal environmental professionals and American Indian students considering careers in air quality management. The initiative includes five core components: workshops, the Tribal Air Monitoring Support (TAMS) Center, professional assistance, environmental education outreach, and internship programs. Funding of approximately $8 million is anticipated for a single cooperative agreement over five years, with applications due electronically via Grants.gov by November 15, 2024. Eligible entities include various local, state, and tribal governments, non-profits, and educational institutions that are involved in environmental quality management. Applicants must demonstrate comprehensive training schemes and compliance with procurement regulations, with an emphasis on culturally sensitive content and active engagement with Tribal needs. The program's objectives are aligned with the EPA's strategic plan to improve air quality and reduce health impacts, and proposals must specify outputs and outcomes clearly. Successful applicants will receive mentorship and create educational resources to facilitate effective air quality management within Tribal settings, thereby strengthening Tribal capacities and fostering environmental stewardship.
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