The U.S. Geological Survey is offering a grant to a partner within the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) network to conduct research that helps natural resource managers make better decisions. This research will focus on western rangelands and alpine ecosystems, aiming to develop tools and frameworks that integrate ecological data and management needs. The goal is to create decision-support tools that are practical and adaptable for various management challenges.
Who it's for: This grant is for organizations that are part of the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) network. These are typically universities or research institutions that collaborate with federal agencies on environmental and resource management research.
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Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a CESU partner
- Proposing a project outside the scope of western rangelands and alpine ecosystems
- Lack of collaboration with USGS or similar institutions
- Inability to co-produce science with practitioners
What You May Need
- Proof of CESU partnership
- Detailed project proposal
- Budget plan
- Letters of support from collaborators
- Past performance documentation
- Organizational capability statement
- Resumes of key personnel
- Data management plan
- Project timeline
- Compliance with federal regulations
Cautions
- Must be a CESU partner
- Focus on co-produced science with practitioners
- Ensure tools are adaptable to various management contexts
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Eligibility
Eligible Applicant Types
Additional Criteria
Eligible applicants are unrestricted, but the opportunity is specifically aimed at partners within the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) network. These are typically universities or research institutions that have established partnerships with federal agencies to conduct environmental and resource management research.
Overview
This grant is for organizations that are part of the Cooperative Ecosystem Studies Unit (CESU) network. These are typically universities or research institutions that collaborate with federal agencies on environmental and resource management research.
Likely Disqualifiers
- Not being a CESU partner
- Proposing a project outside the scope of western rangelands and alpine ecosystems
- Lack of collaboration with USGS or similar institutions
- Inability to co-produce science with practitioners
Use of Funds
Funds can be used to conduct research that develops analytical frameworks and spatial tools for natural resource management. This includes synthesizing ecological data, integrating management objectives, and creating decision-support products.
Total Program Funding
$495,000
Expected Awards
1
Cost Sharing
Not Required
Important Dates
- Posted
- Nov 2, 2026
- Deadline
- Dec 2, 2026(29 days)
Application Checklist
- Verify CESU partnership status
- Develop a comprehensive project proposal
- Prepare a detailed budget and justification
- Gather letters of support from collaborators
- Compile past performance documentation
- Draft an organizational capability statement
- Update resumes of key personnel
- Create a data management plan
- Outline a project timeline
- Review compliance with federal regulations