Tau Pipeline Enabling Program V (T-PEP)

Toward a comprehensive assessment of the disturbance of marine ecosystems by anthropogenic underwater noise is sponsored by European Commission — Horizon Europe. Expected Outcome: Project results are expected to contribute to all of the following expected outcomes: impacts of continuous and impulsive underwater noise levels on marine organisms and ecosystems, and the related ecosystem services they provide, including cumulative impacts with other pressures, are well understood, taking into account regional differences; environmental authorities have access to advanced methods, tools and indicators enabling them to comprehensively monitor and assess the impacts of underwater noise pollution on marine species and ecosystems and to devise strategies for protecting the ecosystems services they provide. Scope: Proposals should: develop new, or improve upon existing, scientific methods and tools for comprehensively monitoring the impacts of anthropogenic underwater noise pollution on marine ecosystems and species populations at different trophic levels and taking into account regional differences; develop new, or improve upon existing, indicators for the assessment of the effects of noise exposure as well as their cumulative effects on marine organisms and ecosystems, and the services they provide, in line with methods (including threshold values) already agreed at EU level for the assessment of good environmental status for underwater noise and taking into account regional developments; investigate options for mitigation measures for safeguarding relevant ecosystem services, including carbon sequestration, and develop or improve tools to measure their impacts and efficiency. Proposals should support the objective and implementation of the Marine Strategy Framework Directive (MSFD) by providing new evidence and data on the impacts of noise on marine ecosystems and related ecosystem services, in line with the MSFD guidelines for impulsive and continuous noise monitoring, and by providing evidence-based methods for the assessment of good environmental status for underwater noise at national, regional and EU level. The European Commission signed on behalf of the European Union a Declaration for a High-Ambition Coalition for a Quiet Ocean at UNOC 3 which includes actions to address underwater noise and mitigate its impact on marine life and biodiversity. With a view of supporting the implementation of this Declaration, proposals are expected to contribute to restore a quieter ocean. Programme areas: Horizon Europe (HORIZON), Global Challenges and European Industrial Competitiveness, Food, Bioeconomy Natural Resources, Agriculture and Environment, Seas, Oceans and Inland Waters Keywords: Biological oceanography, Boat and yacht construction, Cables and pipelines, Construction of offshore platforms and installations, Hydrology, Hydrology, water and soil pollution, Marine Communities/Species Interactions, Marine Conservation, Marine Ecology, Marine Ecosystems, Marine Environment, Marine Environmental Policies, Marine Knowledge and Research, Marine Protected Areas/Mpas, Marine Reserves, Marine Strategy Framework Directive, Marine and Ocean Management, Marine, Coastal And Ocean Pollution, Nautical Routes, Ocean, Ocean Observation and Monitoring, Ocean energies, Ocean engineering, Ocean observing systems and operational forecasting, Oceanography, Physical oceanography, Port/Harbour, Propulsion systems engineering, Water resources, Marine pollution, Ocean protection, Ocean restoration, Underwater noise, ocean monitoring

The Bureau of Land Management"s Plant Conservation and Restoration Program (PCRP) is a national leader in building the native seed supply chain essential for restoring resilient public lands and supporting multiple use and sustained yield. PCRP advances Department of the Interior mission to protect and manage America's natural resources. The native seed PCRP adds to the commercial market enables rapid recovery following wildfire, hurricanes, and other natural disasters; can be used by proponents to help satisfy revegetation requirements for energy and infrastructure projects; and helps farmers and creates jobs by expanding market access for small producers.A core mission of PCRP is to grow the national native seed supply chain through partnerships with eligible state, tribal, academic, and non-governmental organizations. Reliable native seed supplies are critical to improving rangeland health, restoring wildlife habitat and migration corridors, reclaiming mined and timber-harvested lands, and reducing invasive species. Expanding this pipeline lowers seed costs, reduces producer risk, creates American jobs, and ensures long-term project success with durable vegetative establishment.In 2026, PCRP is strategically focused on:Local seed collections to diversify species in the marketplace while creating employment opportunities.Support for farmers and nonprofits entering the native seed market to strengthen rural economies and shared stewardship.Nursery production of species unsuitable for direct seeding to support healthy rangelands, forests and watersheds, big game and healthy wildlife habitat,Applied science and innovation to reduce costs, lower risk, and improve restoration outcomes.Manage native plant communities and special status plants to maintain multiple use and sustained yieldPCRP seeks partnerships to:Collaborate with state agriculture departments, NRCS, and others to expand farmer access to the seed market.Work with wildlife agencies and others to implement post-fire recovery, restore migration corridors, and protect priority species.Develop technology and infrastructure for seed collection, cleaning, banking, and production of hard-to-grow species.Advance applied science to sustain special status plant species and prevent regulatory impacts on energy development.Support technology development, technology transfer and education so native seed is used more effectively. Integrate native seed use across BLM programs including Wildlife, Oil & Gas, Minerals, Fuels, Range, and Renewable Energy.Through this NOFO, PCRP invites partners to join in strengthening America"s native seed supply chain—ensuring healthier public lands, stronger rural economies, and cost effective lasting ecological resilience. Funding Opportunity Number: L26AS00050. Assistance Listing: 15.245. Funding Instrument: CA. Category: NR. Award Amount: $10K – $500K per award.

AFRL's Geospatial Intelligence Processing and Exploitation (GeoPEX) BAA seeks white papers for research, development, integration, test and evaluation of technologies and techniques to provide geospatial intelligence (GEOINT) in all its forms and from whatever source — imagery, imagery intelligence, or geospatial data and information. The open, two-step BAA prioritizes AI-enabled sensor fusion, machine learning for imagery exploitation, multi-source data integration, autonomous geospatial reasoning, and intelligent processing pipelines. Total funding approximately $99.9M with individual awards typically $250K to $10M over up to 24 months. White papers accepted on a rolling basis until September 30, 2026; formal proposals are by invitation only.