Science and Technology Projects Related to Coal Mining and Reclamation

Objective

The goal of the OSMRE Applied Science Program is to develop and demonstrate improved science based technologies to address environmental, and restoration topics related to the mining of coal. This is a discretionary Program, and its further funding and direction are subject to Congressional Appropriations and Administration Priorities. The first objective to help us meet this goal is to develop technical tools to improve the efficiency and accuracy of regulatory authorities in permitting coal mines and administering their federally approved regulatory program. A second objective is to examine the potential for new technologies that can aid in the protection of the public and the environment during mining and reclamation. A third objective is to provide opportunities for college and university students to participate in research projects related to coal mining and reclamation issues in order to build a pool of qualified potential applicants for future implementation of SMCRA.

Who Can Apply

• For-Profit Organization
• Not-for-Profit Organization
• Nonprofit Organization
• Tribal
• State
• Indian/Native American/Alaska Native Tribal Government (Other than Federally Recognized)
• U.S. State Government (including the District of Columbia)
• Other Local Government Consortium, Regional Organization (Intrastate), or Other Local Government Combination

Applied Science Projects: Recipients may be any of the following: public, private, or non-profit entities; Federal, State, local or Tribal governments; and colleges and universities located in the United States.

Who Benefits

• Public nonprofit institution/organization
• State
• Private nonprofit institution/organization

Communities impacted by coal mining and reclamation of the land after mining.

Assistance Types

• Cooperative Agreement

Program Contact

aeneas_cash@ios.doi.gov
202-742-0778