Harnessing Solar Energy to Develop Irrigation Techniques
Closed Posted
- Opportunity number
- DOS-BAGHDAD-PD-2024-006
- Agency
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US Embassy Baghdad
US Consulates and Embassies, Department of State
- Applications due
- Award size
- $80,000 to $100,000
Opportunity facts
- Assistance listings
- Funding instrument
- Grant
- Category
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- Energy
- Eligible applicants
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- Other
Opportunity details come from Grants.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
This federal grant opportunity from the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs at the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad, is seeking applications to carry out a program that will integrate solar energy to develop modern irrigation techniques in Iraq. The program aims to train undergraduates, graduates, entrepreneurs, and technical staff from the ministries of agriculture and water resources on transitioning from traditional to solar-powered drip irrigation systems. The goal is to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to revolutionize irrigation and promote water conservation, renewable energy use, and eco-friendly practices in the agricultural sector. Eligible applicants include other organizations beyond just non-profit entities. Applications are due by September 14, 2024.
The total funding available for this grant opportunity is $100,000, with one award anticipated. The performance period is 12 months, with a proposed start date of September 30, 2024. The program will be funded under the Investing in People in The Middle East and North Africa grant program (CFDA 19.021) and will primarily target locations within Iraq.
Synopsis
The U.S. Embassy, Baghdad / Bureau of NEA of the U.S. Department of State announces an open competition for organizations to submit applications to carry out a program to integrate solar energy to develop modern irrigation techniques. This project will aim to revolutionize irrigation in Iraq by introducing solar-powered drip irrigation systems. The project will consist of in-person or virtual training sessions and workshops for undergraduates and graduates specializing in agriculture and water resources management, entrepreneurs, and technical staff from the ministries of agriculture and water resources. The goal is to equip them with the knowledge and skills necessary to transition from traditional irrigation methods to more efficient, water-saving, and eco-friendly drip irrigation systems powered by solar energy.
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
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| Notice of Funding Opportunity - Harnessing Solar Energy to Develop Irrigation Techniques.pdf | ||
| SF424A-V1.0.pdf | ||
| SF424_4_0-V4.0.pdf | ||
| Grant Application form.docx | DOCX document |
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