[U.S. National Science Foundation](https://www.nsf.gov)

Proposals accepted anytime

No specified ceiling or floor; award size and duration vary by project.

Supports fundamental research advancing environmental resiliency through resource conservation, recovery, and technologies that safeguard the environment and human health.

--- ## Description The Engineering Environmental Resiliency (EER) program funds fundamental research to advance resource and energy conservation, recovery, and environmental safeguarding. The program aims to enhance the resiliency and security of U.S. manufacturing and energy systems through better use of domestic resources. EER supports projects in artificial intelligence, biotechnology, quantum science and engineering, nanoengineering, microelectronics, and related national priorities. Research topics include: - Transformative biotechnology and manufacturing for domestic energy sources - Engineered chemical, biological, and geo-physical processes - Benign manufacturing and sustainable recycling - Minimization and reuse of waste in soil, water, and air (closing resource loops) - Life cycle assessment, materials flow analysis, and AI modeling for the circular economy - Chemistry, transport, and fate of nutrients and emerging contaminants in the environment - Biochemical reactivity of pollutants in the built environment - Interactions of nanomaterials/nanosystems with biological and environmental media - Engineered systems for detection and response to environmental pathogens and toxins Proposals primarily focused on earth systems or human/social responses to environmental issues are redirected to other NSF directorates. --- ## Due Dates - Proposals accepted anytime --- ## Funding Amount - There is no specified maximum or minimum award amount. - Award size and duration are determined based on the scope and needs of each project. - No cost sharing or matching is required. --- ## Eligibility - Open to all applicants (“Unrestricted”): universities, colleges, nonprofits, for-profits, government agencies, and other organizations. - International collaborations are allowed, but the lead institution must be eligible under NSF rules. - Proposals must align with the program’s scientific focus; projects focused mainly on earth systems or social science should be submitted to other NSF directorates. --- ## Application Process - Proposals must be submitted via [Research.gov](https://www.research.gov/) using the NSF 24-1 Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG). - Select the Directorate for Engineering (ENG), Division of Chemical, Bioengineering, Environmental and Transport Systems (CBET), and the EER program. - Proposals are not currently accepted through Grants.gov. - All proposals must follow the [NSF PAPPG](https://www.nsf.gov/policies/pappg/24-1) requirements. --- ## Additional Information - No cost sharing or matching funds requirement. - Awards are subject to NSF’s terms and conditions and research security policies. - Partnerships with federal agencies, industry, and international groups are encouraged. - For details on funded projects, see the [NSF Awards Database](https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/search-results?ProgEleCode=370Y00&BooleanElement=Any&BooleanRef=Any&ActiveAwards=true#results). --- ## External Links - [Program Page & Details (NSF)](http://www.nsf.gov/funding/pgm_summ.jsp?pims_id=506549) - [Official Grants.gov Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/362064) - [NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG)](https://www.nsf.gov/policies/pappg/24-1) - [NSF Directorate for Engineering](https://www.nsf.gov/eng) - [NSF Partnerships](https://www.nsf.gov/eng/partnerships) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Email | |------------------------|-----------------------------| | EER Program Team | [eer@nsf.gov](mailto:eer@nsf.gov) | | NSF Grants.gov Support | [grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov](mailto:grantsgovsupport@nsf.gov) | | NSF General Inquiries | [info@nsf.gov](mailto:info@nsf.gov) | For additional questions, see the [NSF Contact Page](https://new.nsf.gov/about/contact-us).

Engineering Environmental Resiliency (EER)

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