To support sustainable growth across the globe, the Bureau of Oceans, Environment, and Science (OES) builds international partnerships to address environmental, scientific, and health concerns.

Key areas of funding include but are not limited to, programs that: address climate change and its impact,

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and reduce global greenhouse gas emissions; conserve natural resources and reduce international threats to biodiversity; improve access to safe drinking water; promote a level playing field with free trade partners; protect fisheries and oceans; reduce the threat from mercury and other pollutants; and foster international scientific collaboration.

Not Applicable.

Uses and Use Restrictions

Funding is provided for eligible profits and non-profit organizations to support international environmental and scientific initiatives, as defined by the individual program announcement in grants.gov.

Various restrictions may apply, depending on the source of funding.

Please refer to the individual program announcement in grants.gov for further information.

For profit-organizations under exceptional circumstances may be available and are subject of prior approval.