NOAA Climate Resilience Regional Challenge

Federal Agency

Sub-Department

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)

Purpose

To develop collaborative approaches to achieving resilience in coastal regions. Proposed projects should address risk reduction, regional collaboration, and equity, and build enduring capacity for adaptation.

Applicant and/or Project Eligibility Requirements

Eligible applicants include institutions of higher education, govenrment agencies, tribes, and non-profits

Decarbonization Considerations

These grants are focused on addressing risk reduction, regional collaboration for community resiliency, and equity, and build enduring capacity for adaptation in the face of climate change.

Equity Considerations

Applicants may wish to consider how to communicate risk with marginalized, underserved, and underrepresented communities. See the "Equity Design Considerations for Federal Funding" for general considerations and additional sector-based resources: https://cityrenewables.org/resources/equity-design-considerations-for-federal-funding/

Helpful Tips

NOAA technical assistance is available for organizations applying for and receiving a grant. Many technical assistance options are available, including data, tools, training, and access to NOAA expertise. Visit the technical assistance page to learn more: https://coast.noaa.gov/funding/ira/resilience-challenge/technical-assistance.html

Other Notes

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