This five-year, $457,099 National Science Foundation Engineering grant funds research and educational activities at San Diego State University addressing the environmental sustainability of wastewater infrastructure along the U.S. West Coast under conditions of sea level rise. Specifically, the project will analyze how sea level rise-induced groundwater intrusion may disrupt sewer systems, examine potential eco-toxicity impacts on marginalized communities, develop machine learning tools to evaluate groundwater infiltration risks, and quantify sustainability of adaptation strategies with input from underserved stakeholders. The grant also supports development of open educational resources, a new course in infrastructure sustainability, and workshops engaging K-12 students, engineers, and underrepresented university students. Findings will be published and presented to scientific and industry audiences. The award aims to advance understanding of chronic coastal stressors and their implications for wastewater system resilience through integrated research and education.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
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| Not listed | $457.1k | 11/21/22 |