The Bureau of Reclamation through its WaterSmart Program is ramping up efforts for two of their 50/50 cost-share basis grants in the coming year. The Small-Scale Water Efficiency grants are for small-scale water management projects that have been identified through previous planning efforts. The Water and Energy Efficiency grant is focused on projects that result in quantifiable water savings and those which support broader water reliability benefits. Only States, Indian tribes, irrigation districts, water districts, and other organizations with water or power delivery authority located in the Western United States or its Territories are eligible to apply for these funding opportunities. Both of these grants focus on projects that conserve and use water more efficiently.
These grants provide an opportunity for local funding support in your community. Below you will find additional details on these grants and deadlines. WNA is available to provide support and technical assistance for Colorado River Basin entities seeking to apply to these WaterSmart opportunities. Please reach out to Kate Moran at [email protected] or phone at (415)-360-2999.
Are you thinking about applying? Read more information below and let us know:
Small-Scale Water
Efficiency Grants
Small-Scale WaterEfficiency Projects are part ofReclamation’s WaterSmart Program. The program aims to improve water conservation and reliability, helping water resource managers make sound decisions about water use.
The current proposed calendar for 2019 funding opportunity are as followed:
- December 2018 – Application for funding opportunity announced
- February 2019 – Application for funding opportunity closes
- June 2019
