The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) awarded a $1.5 million Project Grant to the Louisiana Universities Marine Consortium (LUMCON) under the National Estuary Program (NEP, CFDA 66.456) to support implementation of the Barataria Terrebonne Estuary Comprehensive Conservation and Management Plan from October 1, 2022 through September 30, 2025. Key activities include coordinating CCMP implementation among federal and local agencies, monitoring effectiveness of CCMP activities and water quality, developing educational materials, conducting workshops on natural science topics, and conducting studies on influences to crayfish populations and temperature sensitivity of the apple snail and swallow-tailed kites. Subawards will fund workshops, educational materials production and distribution, monitoring work, and specific studies on crayfish, apple snails, and swallow-tailed kites. Outcomes include semi-annual and final reports summarizing resource management and education activities in addition to engagement through social media and traditional outreach to Louisiana residents.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $750.0k | 9/8/22 |