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Livable Futures – Water Collaboration Grants is a grant from Research Universities for Michigan that funds faculty members developing collaborative research addressing Michigan's water challenges. The initiative brings together Michigan State University, University of Michigan, Wayne State University, and Michigan Technological University to protect and enhance the Great Lakes state's freshwater systems.
Research priorities include water infrastructure resilience, flood and coastal risk management, clean water equity, and the blue economy. Awards of up to $20,000 per principal investigator support seed collaborations. Eligible applicants are faculty from the four participating Michigan research universities.
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Livable Futures 02/26 - Research Universities for Michigan Innovation for Michigan’s Most Vital Resource Michigan’s research universities are joining forces to protect and enhance our freshwater systems — building resilient communities, equitable economies, and sustainable water futures across the Great Lakes state.
Learn About this Initiative Explore Collaborative Work Livable Futures – Water: A Seed for Statewide Collaboration Michigan stands at a critical moment. With abundant freshwater resources and world-class research institutions, the state is uniquely positioned to lead in developing sustainable, resilient water systems that support people, ecosystems, and economies alike.
Protecting lakes and waterways while ensuring access to clean, affordable water Reimagining water infrastructure for climate resilience Managing flood and coastal risk for communities Advancing Michigan’s “blue economy” for sustainable growth Explore the May 5, 2025 Report Protecting Water, Empowering Communities Water touches every part of life in Michigan — our health, our environment, our jobs, and our identity.
Yet, changing climate conditions, aging infrastructure, and inequitable access threaten this shared resource. The Livable Futures – Water initiative positions Michigan to: Strengthen infrastructure with new technology and research-based practices. Grow the economy by driving clean-tech innovation and blue-sector jobs.
Ensure equity by connecting solutions to community needs and lived experience. Michigan’s Research Universities Unite to Tackle State’s Toughest Water Challenges Scientists from Michigan’s top research universities are joining forces to grapple with complex water, climate and energy problems confronting the... Michigan’s research universities unite to tackle the state’s water, climate and energy future LANSING, Mich.
– In recognition of Climate Week and the urgent need to address complex environmental and economic challenges, Research... Collaborative Models in Action The Michigan Center for Freshwater Innovation (MCFI) The Michigan Center for Freshwater Innovation is a powerful example of the collaborative spirit driving this initiative.
A partnership among Michigan State University, Michigan Technological University, the University of Michigan, Wayne State University, the Great Lakes Water Authority , and regional partners, MCFI brings together science, engineering, and policy to solve real-world water challenges.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Faculty members from Michigan State University, University of Michigan, Wayne State University, and Michigan Technological University. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to $20,000 per primary investigator Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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