Fiscal year 2024 colorado forest restoration institute

This federal Project Grant award from the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service, under the Southwest Forest Health and Wildfire Prevention program (CFDA 10.694), provides $2,200,000.00 to Colorado State University's Sponsored Programs division. The funding supports research, technical assistance, and educational services to develop and implement practical forest restoration treatments. Key objectives include reducing the risk of severe wildfires and improving the health of dry forest and woodland ecosystems in the southwestern United States. The 26-month award period runs from July 29, 2024 to September 30, 2026. Through this grant, Colorado State University will leverage its expertise in areas such as wildlife management, land resource management, and ecological systems to support the federal agency's mission and address complex national challenges related to forest health and wildfire prevention.