USDA Forest Service - GLRI Forest Restoration 2023

The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service will support projects in the Great Lakes basin that implement the following strategic, priority actions: Mitigate Forest Insect and Disease Impacts–Implement targeted reforestation and forest protection actions to minimize invasive forest insect and disease impacts on watersheds. Reduce Runoff from Degraded Sites through Green Infrastructure – Capture or treat stormwater runoff by planting trees and other vegetation as an integral component of green infrastructure. Restore and Connect Coastal and Riparian Forest Habitats– Protect, restore, and enhance high-quality coastal zone and connecting riparian ecosystems where trees are an important component. The minimum and maximum Federal funding requests vary depending on program area, with an overall range of $50,000 to $300,000. An informational webinar occurred September 5th, at 1pm Central. The webinar recording can be found on our website at https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/r9/workingtogether/grants/?cid=FSEPRD898819 or at this link: https://vimeo.com/867312188
Categories: Environment, Natural Resources.