The U.S. Geological Survey, in cooperation with the National Institutes for Water Resources, seeks proposals for matching grants to support research on the topics of improving and enhancing the nation's water supply of water supply, including (but not limited to) enhancement of water supply infrastructure, development of drought impact indicators, evaluation of the dynamics of extreme hydrological events and associated costs, development of methods for beter estimation of the physical and economic supply of water, integrated management of ground and surface waters, the resilience of public water supplies, and the evaluation of conservation practices.

Proposals are sought in not only the physical dimensions of supply, but also the role of economics and institutions in water supply and in coping with extreme hydrologic conditions.

Proposals involving substantial collaboration between the USGS and university scientists are encouraged.  Proposals may be for projects of one to three years in duration and may request up to $250,000 in federal funds. 

Program Deadline: TBA for 2012-2013

The National Institutes for Water Resources requires a minimum 1:1 match for proposals to this program. 

Applicants must work with the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs to submit proposals using the sponsor's web-based proposal submission system.