The purpose of this action is for EPA to award a discretionary noncompetitive grant to alaska forum, INC., (a 501C3 nonprofit organization) located in anchorage, alaska in the amount of $40,000 with…

The purpose of this action is for EPA to award a discretionary noncompetitive grant to alaska forum, INC., (a 501C3 nonprofit organization) located in anchorage, alaska in the amount of $40,000 with the goal to improve solid waste management and build long-term capacity for landfill operators in remote arctic communities. Under this action, funds will be used for the green star community program arctic project, which will provide arctic landfill operator training (ALOT) and produce a green starreg; community program written roadmap tailored for arctic communities. This work supports EPA pillar 1: clean air, land, and water for every american.activities:the anticipated activities for this grant include two components. Component 1: arctic landfill operator training (ALOT). This green starreg; community program international arctic community work plan offers a holistic and adaptable framework to build long-term capacity for landfill operators in remote arctic communities. By combining technical training and regulatory guidance, the program not only improves waste management operations but also empowers communities to be resilient, self-sustaining, and environmentally responsible. Objective: build capacity of landfill operators in remote arctic communities through the alaska landfill operator training (ALOT) solid waste curriculum. Tasks: provide two opportunities in 2026 for virtual access by arctic communities to ALOT training reserving priority for the 2 international and 2 alaska communities participating in the battelle grant program. This training would be made accessible to all battelle grant program recipients and strive to achieve 4 additional interested international arctic communities via live online delivery or by access to recorded sessions. Provide follow-up virtual technical sessions in 2026 designed to expand on specific waste management challenges enhancing the scope of the ALOT course. These short focused technical training events would be made accessible to all battelle grant program recipients and strive to achieve 4 additional interested international arctic communities via live online delivery or by access to recorded sessions. Component 2: green starreg; program roadmap for arctic countries. The roadmap for implementing the green starreg; program in international arctic communities provides the alaska forum with a clear, strategic framework to guide its actions. By identifying specific barriers and outlining tailored steps, IT allows for focused planning that addresses the unique challenges of remote arctic regions. The roadmap also fosters alignment among stakeholders, encouraging collaboration and community buy-in. IT strengthens the forum's ability to secure funding and resources by demonstrating a well-defined plan with measurable goals. Ultimately, the roadmap serves as a practical tool to expand the green star program sustainably and effectively across the international arctic. Objective: identify barriers, obstacles, and tasks needed to implement the green starreg; community (GSC) program in international arctic communities in a written 'roadmap'. Tasks: develop a written roadmap that identifies key barriers and necessary steps for implementing the green starreg; community program in international arctic communities. The roadmap will outline tasks, potential timelines, and practical strategies tailored to arctic conditions.subrecipient:no subawards are included in this assistance agreement.outcomes:project component 1: arctic landfill operator training (ALOT). Beneficiaries: public sector/remote arctic communities. Expected outcomes include: improved solid-waste handling practices validated through the green star program assessments, by follow-up input from arctic community members, or by state of alaska's 'landfill scoring system'. Expected outputs/deliverables: ALOT training delivered to participating arctic communities, with emphasis on battelle ARC