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(HISTORICAL) WaterSMART: Small-Scale Water Efficiency Projects Program

 
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    CFDA#

    15.507
     

    Funder Type

    Federal Government

    IT Classification

    B - Readily funds technology as part of an award

    Authority

    Bureau of Reclamation

    Summary

    The U.S. Department of the Interior's (Department) WaterSMART (Sustain and Manage America's Resources for Tomorrow) Program provides a framework for Federal leadership and assistance to stretch and secure water supplies for future generations. Through WaterSMART, the Bureau of Reclamation (Reclamation) leverages Federal and non-Federal funding to support stakeholder efforts to stretch scarce water supplies and avoid conflicts over water.


    Through Small-Scale Water Efficiency Projects, Reclamation provides assistance to States, Tribes, irrigation districts, water districts, and other entities with water or power delivery authority to undertake small-scale water efficiency projects that have been prioritized through planning efforts led by the applicant. These projects conserve and use water more efficiently; mitigate conflict risk in areas at a high risk of future water conflict; and accomplish other benefits that contribute to water supply reliability in the western United States. For further information on WaterSMART Grants, please see see https://www.usbr.gov/watersmart/swep/


    The Small-Scale Water Efficiency Projects program supports Small-Scale Water Efficiency Projects that have been prioritized through planning efforts led by the applicant. These projects are generally in the final design stage, environmental and cultural resources compliance have been initiated or already completed, and the non-Federal funding, necessary permits, and other required approvals have been secured.


    Example projects include, but are not limited to:


    • Canal lining/piping
    • Municipal metering
    • Irrigation flow measurement
    • Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition and Automation (SCADA)
    • Landscape Irrigation measures
    • High-Efficiency Indoor Appliances and Fixtures
    • Upgrades to Commercial Cooling Systems to Improve Water Use Efficiency
     

    History of Funding

    FY21 awardees may be viewed at: https://www.usbr.gov/watersmart/swep/docs/2021/FY21-SWEP-Project-Descriptions.pdf


    Previously awarded projects may be viewed at: https://www.usbr.gov/watersmart/swep/prev.html.

    Additional Information

    Cost share may be made through cash, costs contributed by the applicant, or third-party in-kind contributions. Third-party in-kind contributions is the value of non-cash contributions of property or services that benefit the federally assisted project and are contributed by non-Federal third parties, without charge. Cost share funding from sources outside the applicant's organization (e.g., loans or state grants) should be secured and available to the applicant prior to award. 

    Contacts

    Darren Olson

    Darren Olson
    1849 C Street, N.W.
    Washington, DC 20240
    (303) 445-3697

    Robin Graber

    Robin Graber
    Water Resources and Planning Division
    1849 C Street, N.W.
    Washington, DC 20240
    303-445-2764
     

  • Eligibility Details

    Eligible applicants are states, Indian tribes, irrigation districts, water districts, and other organizations with water or power delivery authority. 


    NOTE: Applicants must be located in one of the following states/territories: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Mexico, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Oregon, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, Washington, Wyoming, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, and the Virgin Islands. 

    Deadline Details

    Applications were to be submitted by April 28, 2022 by 4:00 p.m. (MTD). A similar deadline is anticipated annually.

    Award Details

    In FY22, up to $5 million has been allotted for up to 82 projects in 16 western states. Individual awards may be up to $100,000 each. Cost sharing/matching of 50% (dollar-for-dollar) is required. Total construction costs of each project (grant + local match) should not exceed $225,000.

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