Two Grant Opportunities Now Open: FY25 Marine Debris Removal and Interception Technologies under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law

7 months 3 weeks ago
Two Grant Opportunities Now Open: FY25 Marine Debris Removal and Interception Technologies under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Posted Thu, 07/18/2024 - 16:27

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Marine Debris Program is pleased to announce its Fiscal Year 2025 Notices of Funding Opportunity for both Marine Debris Removal and Interception Technologies under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. NOAA will award up to $54 million across two competitions to support impactful, large marine debris removal projects, as well as the installation of proven marine debris interception technologies, throughout the coastal United States, Great Lakes, United States territories, and Freely Associated States. 

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madison.piascik

Special Funding Opportunity: Abandoned and Derelict Vessel Removal Grant Program

9 months 1 week ago
Special Funding Opportunity: Abandoned and Derelict Vessel Removal Grant Program Posted Tue, 06/04/2024 - 15:31

We are pleased to announce with the BoatUS Foundation, a call for applications under the Abandoned and Derelict Vessel Removal Grant Program. With funding from the NOAA Marine Debris Program provided by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the BoatUS Foundation will award up to $7.5 million in grants to remove abandoned and derelict vessels across coastal and marine areas of the United States. 

Tags ADVs funding opportunities removal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
madison.piascik

Special Funding Opportunity: Abandoned and Derelict Vessel Removal Grant Program

9 months 1 week ago
Special Funding Opportunity: Abandoned and Derelict Vessel Removal Grant Program Posted Tue, 06/04/2024 - 15:31

We are pleased to announce with the BoatUS Foundation, a call for applications under the Abandoned and Derelict Vessel Removal Grant Program. With funding from the NOAA Marine Debris Program provided by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the BoatUS Foundation will award up to $7.5 million in grants to remove abandoned and derelict vessels across coastal and marine areas of the United States. 

Tags ADVs funding opportunities removal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law
madison.piascik

Mission Accomplished: Cleaning Kuaihelani’s Shorelines

9 months 3 weeks ago
Mission Accomplished: Cleaning Kuaihelani’s Shorelines Posted Thu, 05/23/2024 - 22:23

This month, the Papahānaumokuākea Marine Debris Project completed their first mission of 2024 to the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument (monument). This 19 day mission was focused on removing derelict fishing gear and consumer plastics from just the shorelines of Kuaihelani (Pihemanu, Midway Atoll). The team surpassed their original goal of 35,000 pounds and removed 70,080 pounds of marine debris. Learn more about the team's time on Kuaihelani! 

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emily.greene

Kuaihelani: Taking a Closer Look at Marine Debris within the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument

10 months 4 weeks ago
Kuaihelani: Taking a Closer Look at Marine Debris within the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument Posted Tue, 04/16/2024 - 19:36

Kuaihelani, meaning “the backbone of heaven,” describes a mythical floating island in the sky, possibly originating from the large lagoons that reflect the sky. This atoll is a Wildlife Refuge and part of the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument. The monument is the only UNESCO World Heritage Site in the world to be classified for its cultural and ecological importance. Still, it’s also impacted by the large fishing nets, plastics, and other debris that wash up on its shores. This debris can significantly impact the atoll's wildlife and habitats, and its removal is a critical part of protecting the health and cultural heritage of this area.

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emily.greene

Congratulations to Our 2024 Art Contest Winners!

10 months 4 weeks ago
Congratulations to Our 2024 Art Contest Winners! madison.piascik Mon, 04/15/2024 - 11:15

We are pleased to announce the winners of the Annual NOAA Marine Debris Program Art Contest! We received many colorful, creative, and informative entries from around the country, and although we wish we could showcase them all, we are excited to share the winners of this year’s contest with you.

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madison.piascik

Special Funding Opportunity: Nationwide Fishing Trap Removal, Assessment, and Prevention Program

10 months 4 weeks ago
Special Funding Opportunity: Nationwide Fishing Trap Removal, Assessment, and Prevention Program madison.piascik Mon, 04/15/2024 - 08:07

We are pleased to announce with the Virginia Institute of Marine Science, a request for proposals under the Nationwide Fishing Trap Removal, Assessment, and Prevention (TRAP) Program. With funding from the NOAA Marine Debris Program provided by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the Virginia Institute of Marine Science will award up to $1,475,000 in grants to remove derelict fishing traps throughout coastal waterways of the United States while collecting data to prevent future gear loss.

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