VIMS announces funding opportunity for detection and removal of derelict fishing traps and associated data collection
Summary
April 15, 2024 | VIMS' Center for Coastal Resources Management, in partnership with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Marine Debris Program, is soliciting proposals under the Nationwide Fishing Trap Removal, Assessment, and Prevention (TRAP) Program and will award up to $1,475,000 using funding from the NOAA Marine Debris Program provided by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
Full Description
The Virginia Institute of Marine Science's Center for Coastal Resources Management, in partnership with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Marine Debris Program, is soliciting proposals under the Nationwide Fishing Trap Removal, Assessment, and Prevention (TRAP) Program.
Using funding from NOAA Marine Debris Program provided by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, up to $1,475,000 will be awarded in grants to remove derelict fishing traps throughout coastal waterways of the United States while collecting data to prevent future gear loss. Projects may range from $50,000 to $200,000. Through a streamlined application process, this competition aims to lower the administrative burden on applicants and allow more organizations to access funds for derelict fishing trap removal.
Priority will be given to projects that provide ecological and/or economic benefits; integrate innovative, sustainable approaches to derelict fishing trap disposal; and take place in sanctuaries, reserves, tribal or Indigenous community fishing grounds, or other protected areas. Projects throughout the coastal United States, including United States territories and Freely Associated States, are eligible for consideration.
Proposals are due on May 30, 2024 11:59 PM Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).