National Priorities: Occurrence and Implications of De Facto Water Reuse on Drinking Water Supplies
ID: 355170Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Award Range

$0 - $2M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Environment

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/355170
Timeline
    Description

    The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is offering a funding opportunity titled "National Priorities: Occurrence and Implications of De Facto Water Reuse on Drinking Water Supplies." This grant aims to investigate the impacts of treated municipal wastewater on drinking water sources, focusing on knowledge gaps regarding water quality, associated health risks, and potential interventions for risk mitigation. The initiative is crucial for enhancing water quality and sustainable resource management across the United States, with approximately $9.5 million available to fund four awards, each up to $2.375 million, requiring a minimum of 25% non-federal cost share. Interested applicants must submit their proposals by August 21, 2024, and can reach out to Sydney Cunniff at 202-564-0868 or Ron Josephson at 202-564-7823 for further information.

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    EPA-G2024-ORD-E1
    EPA-G2024-ORD-E1.pdf
    The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a funding opportunity (EPA-G2024-ORD-E1) focused on investigating the impacts of de facto water reuse on drinking water supplies. This funding aims to address significant gaps in knowledge regarding the presence of treated municipal wastewater in drinking water sources, the associated health risks, and potential interventions to mitigate these risks. The solicitation is open from June 27, 2024, to August 21, 2024, with a total of approximately $9.5 million available for funding four awards, each up to $2.375 million, requiring a minimum of 25% non-federal cost share. Research proposals should explore the prevalence of de facto reuse, evaluate human health risks from contaminants, and develop effective strategies for risk mitigation. The EPA encourages participation from minority-serving institutions and emphasizes projects that promote collaboration across communities and water agencies. Applicants should provide comprehensive plans that detail their research approach, expected outcomes, and methods for ensuring environmental quality and public health protection. This funding opportunity reflects the EPA's commitment to enhancing water quality and availability, supporting sustainable water resource management across the United States.
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