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| Program Name |
National Integrated Water Quality Program - USDA CSREES |
| Program Information |
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| Sponsor(s) (fed, state, etc.): |
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| Program Description / Purpose: |
To create and disseminate knowledge that insures a safe and reliable source of water of the appropriate quality, to meet the needs of
Food, fiber, and energy production,
Human health, use, and economic growth, and
Maintenance and protection of ecosystems and ecosystem services.
CSREES’ unique niche is conducting research, education, and extension programs to protect and improve water resources in agricultural, rural, and urbanizing watersheds (including forest lands, rangelands, and croplands).
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| Program Requirements / Restrictions: |
Four-year degree granting institutions and Tribal Colleges are eligible to apply.
Federal laboratories and research institutes are not eligible. |
| Legislative Authority: |
Section 406 of the Agricultural Research, Extension, and Education Reform Act of 1998 (PL105-185) |
| Program Active: |
Yes |
| Program Website: |
http://www.csrees.usda.gov/funding/rfas/water_quality.html |
| Other Information: |
Land Grant University Web Site:
www.usawaterquality.org
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| Eligibility Information |
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| Eligible State(s): |
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| Geographic Scope: |
United States and territories. |
| Other Eligibility Requirements: |
Four-year degree granting institutions including Tribal colleges. |
| Award Information |
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| Assistance Type: |
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| Resources Available: |
VariableTypical lowest amount awarded: $200,000Typical median amount awarded: $400,000Typical highest amount awarded: $650,000 |
| Program Funding Level: |
FY00 $13 millionFY04 $10.7 millionFY05 $11.9 millionFY06 $11.9 million |
| Match Required: |
Yes |
| Application Information |
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| Application Deadline: |
Varies: Contact sponcer for current deadline |
| Application Review Time Length: |
Varies |
| Application Available Online? |
Yes |
| Application Website: |
www.csrees.usda.gov/water |
| Contact Information |
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| Primary Contact: |
Paula Greiger
Budget Officer
USDA Cooperative State Research, Education, and Extension Service
1400 Independence Ave. SW
Washington, DC 20250-2210
Phone: (202) 720 - 2675
Fax:
Email: pgeiger@nifa.usda.gov
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| Topic Areas |
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| Agricultural Lands | Wetlands |
| Floodplains | Science & Research |
| Stormwater Management | Lakes |
| Invasive Species | Rivers |
| Water Quality | Nonpoint Source Control |
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| Data Collection & Analysis | Habitat Restoration |
| Erosion Control | Water Conservation |
| Watershed Management | Fisheries |
| Education & Outreach | Groundwater |
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| Last Updated: |
6/25/2012 |