This federal Formula Grant award, provided by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the Nation Small and Underserved Communities Emerging Contaminants Grant Program (CFDA 66.442), provides $2,459,711.00 in funding to the District of Columbia Department of Energy and Environment (DC DOEE) to address per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and other emerging contaminants in the District's drinking water. The key activities of this award include establishing an accredited emerging contaminants analysis laboratory at the University of the District of Columbia (UDC) to support DC Water's PFAS sampling efforts. Funding will cover the purchase, installation, and calibration of capital equipment such as a mass spectrometer, establish and maintain National Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program certification, and train qualified laboratory analysts. This is expected to empower stakeholders like DC Water to better evaluate the prevalence of emerging contaminants in the District's drinking water, enabling the development of mitigation strategies to ensure safe and adequate water for all DC residents and occupants.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $2.5m | 9/25/24 |