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Modeling and Monitoring Air Quality and Co-Benefits of Energy Interventions
The purpose of this solicitation is to fund applied research and development projects that inform California's transition to an equitable, zero-carbon energy system that is climate-resilient and meets environmental goals. Applied research supported by this solicitation will improve existing ambient air quality modeling approaches, advance low-cost measurement technologies, and conduct analyses to quantify the air quality implications and related human health impacts of clean energy interventions across energy use sectors. Ultimately, this research will contribute to a foundation for accurate monetization of non-energy impacts of clean energy interventions.
Improvements in air quality and related human health outcomes are important direct benefits of decarbonizing energy sectors that currently rely on fossil fuels. Capturing these impacts is important to motivate investments in decarbonization strategies but is also a challenging task. Robust air quality modeling and field measurements can help to accurately project the air quality-related benefits and ultimately monetize the human health impacts of clean energy interventions such as implementation of Senate Bill (SB) 100 (SB 100, De León, Chapter 312, Statutes of 2018), transportation electrification, and building electrification.
This solicitation addresses public interest research opportunities at the nexus of human health, air quality monitoring and modeling, and California’s decarbonizing electricity system. Existing ambient air quality simulation models require rigorous evaluation for accuracy of estimates, specific tailoring to California’s complex geography and meteorology, and expanded capability to simulate pollutants such as ozone and secondary particulate matter. Additionally, improvements in the spatial resolution and computational efficiency of existing models are critical to illuminate impacts of decarbonization strategies, and applied research is needed related to low-cost air quality sensors for in-situ household pollution measurement. While existing sensors enable collection of abundant data, they can be afflicted by performance issues and associated inaccuracies.
Projects must fall within the following project groups:
Grants for computers provide nonprofits with funding to acquire technology, enhance digital literacy, and improve operational efficiency. These grants support organizations in bridging the digital divide and expanding access to vital resources.
Find 8,000+ grant opportunities for computers and technology, with $3.50B available. Instrumentl connects nonprofits to funders, offering tools for customized searches, deadline tracking, and insights to modernize operations.
How common are grants in this category?
Quite common — grants in this category are more prevalent than in others.
Over the past year, when are grant deadlines typically due for grants for Computers for Nonprofits?
Most grants are due in the first quarter.
Computer grants are typically awarded to nonprofit organizations that assist underserved communities with education, digital literacy, or workforce development.
Based on Instrumentl’s live grant database for computers for nonprofits, grant deadlines are most common in Q1, accounting for 29.3% of all submission dates. The slowest period for new grant opportunities in this category falls in Q4, making it a less competitive time for preparation and strategic planning.
Grants for computuers aim to close the digital divide by equipping nonprofit organizations with computers, new software, and IT resources. Through these grants, funders cover the cost of the technology needed to improve efficiency, expand digital access, and support educational initiatives.
On average, computer grants provide funding between $0 and $188,250,000, with typical awards falling around $35,000 (median) and $672,603 (average). These insights can help nonprofits align their funding requests with what grantmakers typically offer in this space.
Many technology professionals and organizations, such as the Dell Foundation and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, contribute to the $2.99 billion available in computer grants. State and federal government agencies, including NASA and the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), also fund computer grants.
A standout computer grant application should include:
For additional guidance, explore our step-by-step guide to crafting compelling grant proposals.
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