GTM nerr infrastructure capacity-building project description the national oceanic and atmospheric administration (NOAA) is providing $600,000 in federal funding to the state of florida through the…

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), through its Office for Coastal Management (CFDA 11.473) program, awarded a $600,000 Cooperative Agreement to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. This funding will build the capacity of the GTM National Estuarine Research Reserve to plan for and implement habitat restoration and conservation projects proposed through opportunities connected to the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Specifically, the GTM NERR will use these funds to conduct three projects: a Shell Bluff feasibility study, improve local engagement on conservation projects, and monitor discharge data for changes associated with resilience projects. The award period is from January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2027.

GTM nerr infrastructure capacity-building project description the national oceanic and atmospheric administration (NOAA) is providing $600,000 in federal funding to the state of florida through the bipartisan infrastructure law. This funding will build the capacity of the GTM national estuarine research reserve within the FL department of environmental protection to plan for and implement habitat restoration and conservation projects proposed through funding opportunities connected to the bipartisan infrastructure law. Specifically, the GTM nerr will use these funds to conduct three projects: a shell bluff feasibility study; improving local engagement on conservation projects; and monitoring discharge data for changes associated with resilience projects.