Opportunity Information: Apply for EPA R4 WPD 2014 SFL
Apply for EPA R4 WPD 2014 SFL
- The Environmental Protection Agency in the environment sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Special Studies South Florida Geographic Initiative, Water Quality Protection Program for the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, and the Southeast Florida Coral Reeflnitiative/Land Based Sources of Pollution" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 66.436 Surveys, Studies, Investigations, Demonstrations, and Training Grants and Cooperative Agreements Section 104(b)(3) of.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 27, 2014 and posted on May 20, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 27, 2014 Please refer to the full announcement, including Section IV, for additional information on submission methods and due dates.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $180,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $100,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 3 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- See Section III of the announcement for additional eligibility information.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) offered this discretionary funding opportunity under the South Florida Geographic Initiative to support projects that protect and improve water quality and related aquatic ecosystems in two closely linked priority areas: the Water Quality Protection Program for the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary (FKNMS) and the Southeast Florida Coral Reef Initiative, with a specific emphasis on land based sources of pollution. The opportunity was designed to fund both applied research (referred to as Special Studies/Research) and Public Education/Outreach efforts that help agencies and local partners better understand pollution problems, reduce impacts to sensitive marine and coastal resources, and motivate practical changes in behavior and management that lead to measurable environmental benefits.
On the research side, EPA was looking for studies that strengthen the scientific foundation needed for decision making in South Florida waters, including the Florida Keys and Southeast Florida reef tract. Eligible work included projects that identify and explain cause and effect relationships tied to pollutants (for example, how specific contaminants or nutrient loads translate into ecological impacts), map and analyze pollutant transport pathways (how pollution moves through canals, groundwater, stormwater systems, nearshore waters, and reef environments), and improve understanding of the biological communities within the Sanctuary and surrounding ecosystems. The grant also supported efforts aimed at developing and testing effective remediation techniques for aquatic resources, especially approaches that can be implemented to reduce pollutant inputs or mitigate damage already occurring. In addition, EPA highlighted the value of projects that respond to specific management questions and concerns from local or regional resource managers, as well as projects that develop predictive models and monitoring tools. Taken together, these research priorities point toward practical, management relevant science that can help partners anticipate risks, track progress, and target the most effective interventions.
On the education and outreach side, the opportunity focused on building public understanding and participation in actions that reduce pollution and improve water quality. Examples of eligible activities included campaigns or programs to increase public awareness about residential canal remediation and the environmental consequences of nonpoint source pollution, which typically comes from diffuse everyday sources such as stormwater runoff, fertilizer use, septic systems, boating activities, and urban infrastructure rather than a single regulated discharge pipe. EPA also encouraged broader outreach to increase awareness of South Florida aquatic resources and why they matter, along with the distribution of Best Management Practices (BMP) literature that translates technical guidance into steps residents, businesses, and local governments can take. Another explicit outreach goal was to solicit public participation to assist with implementation of corrective actions under the FKNMS Water Quality Protection Program, meaning projects could involve community engagement, volunteer components, or stakeholder coordination that supports real on the ground improvements.
A key eligibility condition for this competition was alignment with the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary Water Quality Protection Program priorities for fiscal year 2014. The announcement noted that the program identified five individual priority topics for that year, and applicants had to address one or more of those priority areas to be considered eligible. While the summary text does not list the five topics, the requirement signals that proposals needed to be clearly tied to the Sanctuary program’s defined near term needs rather than general environmental research or generic outreach.
Administratively, funding was offered through grants and cooperative agreements under CFDA 66.436 (Surveys, Studies, Investigations, Demonstrations, and Training Grants and Cooperative Agreements), authorized under Section 104(b)(3). EPA anticipated making about three awards, with an estimated total funding amount of $180,000 and an award ceiling of $100,000 per project. There was no stated cost sharing or matching requirement, lowering the barrier for organizations that may not have access to non federal match. Eligibility was not limited to a single applicant type in the basic synopsis and instead referred applicants to the announcement’s Section III for the detailed eligibility rules, indicating that multiple organization types could potentially apply depending on the full terms (often including universities, nonprofits, local governments, and other entities, subject to the specific announcement language).
The opportunity was posted on May 20, 2014, with a closing date of June 27, 2014, and it was administered by EPA Region 4. For applicants needing help accessing the full announcement, the listed contact was Ms. Jennifer Shadle at EPA (404-562-9436, shadle.jennifer@epa.gov). Overall, the grant competition was structured to fund targeted science and public facing work that directly supports water quality protection and pollution reduction strategies in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary and the adjacent Southeast Florida coral reef ecosystem, with an emphasis on practical outcomes, management relevance, and community involvement.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is this EPA funding opportunity about?
This EPA discretionary funding opportunity under the South Florida Geographic Initiative was intended to support projects that protect and improve water quality and related aquatic ecosystems in two linked priority areas: (1) the Water Quality Protection Program for the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary (FKNMS) and (2) the Southeast Florida Coral Reef Initiative. A specific emphasis was placed on land-based sources of pollution.
What kinds of projects were eligible for funding?
The opportunity was designed to fund two main categories of work: applied research (described as Special Studies/Research) and Public Education/Outreach efforts. Both categories were expected to help agencies and local partners better understand pollution problems, reduce impacts to sensitive marine and coastal resources, and encourage practical behavior and management changes that lead to measurable environmental benefits.
What geographic areas and ecosystems were the focus?
The focus was South Florida waters, specifically including the Florida Keys and the Southeast Florida reef tract. The opportunity targeted work that supports water quality protection and pollution reduction strategies in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary and the adjacent Southeast Florida coral reef ecosystem.
What does "land-based sources of pollution" mean in this opportunity?
The opportunity emphasized land-based sources of pollution, including nonpoint source pollution that comes from diffuse everyday sources rather than a single regulated discharge pipe. Examples mentioned include stormwater runoff, fertilizer use, septic systems, boating activities, and urban infrastructure.
What types of research projects was EPA looking for?
EPA was looking for studies that strengthen the scientific foundation needed for decision making in South Florida waters. Eligible research included projects that identify and explain cause-and-effect relationships tied to pollutants (for example, how specific contaminants or nutrient loads translate into ecological impacts), map and analyze pollutant transport pathways, and improve understanding of biological communities within the Sanctuary and surrounding ecosystems.
What are examples of "pollutant transport pathways" mentioned in the announcement?
The announcement referenced understanding how pollution moves through systems such as canals, groundwater, stormwater systems, nearshore waters, and reef environments.
Did the opportunity support remediation work?
Yes. The grant supported efforts aimed at developing and testing effective remediation techniques for aquatic resources, especially approaches that can be implemented to reduce pollutant inputs or mitigate damage already occurring.
Did EPA prioritize projects that answer management questions?
Yes. EPA highlighted the value of projects that respond to specific management questions and concerns from local or regional resource managers, as well as projects that develop predictive models and monitoring tools.
What is meant by "management-relevant science" in this context?
Based on the priorities described, management-relevant science refers to practical research that helps partners make decisions, anticipate risks, track progress, and target effective interventions for water quality and ecosystem protection in the Florida Keys and Southeast Florida reef tract.
What kinds of education and outreach projects were eligible?
Eligible education and outreach activities included campaigns or programs to increase public awareness about residential canal remediation and the environmental consequences of nonpoint source pollution, broader outreach about South Florida aquatic resources and their importance, and distribution of Best Management Practices (BMP) literature that translates technical guidance into practical steps residents, businesses, and local governments can take.
Did the opportunity include community engagement or public participation activities?
Yes. An explicit outreach goal was to solicit public participation to assist with implementation of corrective actions under the FKNMS Water Quality Protection Program. This could include community engagement, volunteer components, or stakeholder coordination that supports on-the-ground improvements.
What is the key eligibility condition tied to the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary program?
A key eligibility condition was alignment with the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary Water Quality Protection Program priorities for fiscal year 2014. Applicants had to address one or more of the five priority topics identified for that year to be considered eligible.
Are the five FKNMS priority topics listed in the summary provided?
No. The summary text notes that five priority topics existed for fiscal year 2014, but it does not list them. It indicates proposals needed to be clearly tied to the Sanctuary program's defined near-term needs.
How many awards did EPA expect to make?
EPA anticipated making about three awards.
What was the estimated total funding amount available?
The estimated total funding amount was $180,000.
What was the maximum award size (award ceiling) per project?
The award ceiling was $100,000 per project.
Was cost sharing or matching required?
No stated cost sharing or matching requirement was included in the synopsis, which reduced the barrier for organizations without access to non-federal match.
What type of funding instrument was used?
Funding was offered through grants and cooperative agreements.
What is the CFDA number and program name associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity was offered under CFDA 66.436, titled "Surveys, Studies, Investigations, Demonstrations, and Training Grants and Cooperative Agreements."
What is the legal authorization cited for this opportunity?
The synopsis cites authorization under Section 104(b)(3).
Who was listed as eligible to apply?
The basic synopsis did not limit eligibility to a single applicant type and referred applicants to the announcement's Section III for detailed eligibility rules. This suggests multiple organization types could potentially apply depending on the full terms.
Which EPA office administered the opportunity?
The opportunity was administered by EPA Region 4.
When was the opportunity posted and when did it close?
The opportunity was posted on May 20, 2014, and had a closing date of June 27, 2014.
Who was the contact person for help accessing the full announcement?
The listed contact was Ms. Jennifer Shadle at EPA.
What contact information was provided for the EPA point of contact?
Phone: 404-562-9436. Email: shadle.jennifer@epa.gov.
What outcomes did EPA emphasize for funded projects?
EPA emphasized practical outcomes, management relevance, and community involvement, with an overall goal of improving water quality, reducing pollution impacts, and achieving measurable environmental benefits in the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary and adjacent Southeast Florida coral reef ecosystem.
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