# Science and Technology Projects Related to Coal Mining and Reclamation; Applied Science Projects

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/s24as00462-science-and-technology-projects-related-to-coal-mining/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/358234

> Office of Surface Mining offered grants of up to $200,000 (at least $100,000) to nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments, tribes and small businesses. It expected to make $1.6 million in total. Applications closed on March 21, 2025.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | S24AS00462 |
| Agency | Office of Surface Mining |
| Status | Forecast |
| Deadline | March 21, 2025 |
| Award ceiling | $200,000 |
| Award floor | $100,000 |
| Expected awards | not stated |
| Total funding | $1.6 million |
| Cost sharing | not required |
| Assistance Listings | 15.255 |

## Who can apply

- State governments
- County governments
- City or township governments
- Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
- Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
- Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education
- Private institutions of higher education
- Small businesses
- Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)

DOI’s Minority Serving Institutions are encouraged to apply for Applied Science project funding. Applied Science projects contribute to the goal of improving the quality of science and technology instruction in institutions that serve high concentrations of minority students who historically have been underrepresented in higher education. Documentation must be submitted to support an eligibility determination (e.g., proof of non-profit IRS 501(c) (3) status as determined by the Internal Revenue Service or an authorizing tribal resolution).

## What the grant funds

The OSMRE Applied Science Program funds the development of new reclamation science and technology to address environmental issues related to the mining of coal and reclamation of the land after mining. The program selects and funds applied science proposals that improve public and environmental health protection. The science and technology advanced by these projects serves the public through activities that:Protect identified endangered speciesImprove reforestation and re-vegetationProtect prime farmlandImprove technologies to mitigate acid mine drainageImprove methods for locating underground minesEnhance the protection of the public and environment associated with surface coal mining

## Questions people ask

### Is S24AS00462 still open?

No. It closed on March 21, 2025.

### Who can apply for Science and Technology Projects Related to Coal Mining and Reclamation; Applied Science Projects?

Office of Surface Mining accepted applications from nonprofits, colleges and universities, state and local governments, tribes and small businesses. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.

### What is the deadline for Science and Technology Projects Related to Coal Mining and Reclamation; Applied Science Projects?

Closed March 21, 2025. Applications are no longer accepted; the program's newer notices are on this page when there are any.

### How much funding is available?

Awards of up to $200,000 each. About $1.6 million in total.

### Who has won Science and Technology Projects Related to Coal Mining and Reclamation grants before?

The largest recipients over five fiscal years were West Virginia University Research Corporation, Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University, The University of Kentucky Research Foundation. The program made 28 awards worth $4.0 million in that time.