Senate Bill 1 Sea Level Rise Adaptation Grant Program – Track 1 Planning
The Senate Bill 1 Sea Level Rise Adaptation Grant Program – Track 1 Planning funds research-based planning for sea level rise adaptation along California’s coast, led by the California Ocean Protection Council.
Funder: California Ocean Protection Council
Due Dates: September 11, 2026: Full proposal deadline (Track 1) — proposals due by 5:00 pm PT for earliest consideration at the December 8, 2026 OPC Council meeting
Funding Amounts: $200,000–$1,500,000 per project (higher amounts possible with strong justification); typical project duration up to 2 years
Summary: Supports California coastal and Bay Area communities in developing comprehensive sea level rise adaptation plans aligned with state and regional frameworks.
Key Information: Proposals must use the latest Track 1 materials and address minimum adaptation planning criteria.
Description
This program funds the development of sea level rise (SLR) adaptation plans for local and regional governments along the California coast and San Francisco Bay shoreline. The goal is to help communities understand SLR hazards, assess vulnerabilities, and develop adaptation strategies that are consistent with statewide and regional frameworks. The grant emphasizes resilience, equity, and sustainability for communities most at risk from climate-driven coastal changes. All funded planning must meet minimum SLR adaptation criteria developed by the California Ocean Protection Council (OPC) and its partners.
