On November 1, the Susquehanna River Basin Commission announced it is now accepting applications for Consumptive Use Mitigation Grants.  The deadline for applications is January 31.

The Commission anticipates awarding up to $6 million in total grant funds to projects that reduce water use or otherwise improve drought resiliency in the Susquehanna River Basin.

Webinar

The Commission will hold an information webinar on November 15 to provide an overview of the program and answer questions. To register and for full details on the grant.

Click Here to register.

Visit SRBC’s Consumptive Use Mitigation Grants webpage for more information and a list of past grant recipients.  Questions should be directed to: cugrant@srbc.gov.

For more information on programs, training opportunities and upcoming events, visit the Susquehanna River Basin Commission website.  Click Here to sign up for SRBC’s newsletter.   Follow SRBC on Twitter, visit them on YouTube.

Resource Link:

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[Posted: November 1, 2023]

11/6/2023