Assistance Listing 15.255
Science and Technology Projects Related to Coal Mining and Reclamation
Department of the Interior · Office of Surface Mining, Reclamation and Enforcement
Assistance Listing 15.255, “Science and Technology Projects Related to Coal Mining and Reclamation,” is a federal program administered by Department of the Interior. It provides cooperative agreement assistance. GrantsJunction currently tracks 0 open, 0 forecasted and 5 closed opportunities under this listing.
Program objective
The goal of the OSM Applied Science Program is to develop and demonstrate improved science-based technologies to address environmental, and restoration topics related to the mining of coal. This is a discretionary Program, and its further funding and direction are subject to Congressional Appropriations and Administration Priorities. The first objective to help us meet this goal is to develop technical tools to improve the efficiency and accuracy of regulatory authorities in permitting coal mines and administering their federally approved regulatory program. A second objective is to examine the potential for new technologies that can aid in the protection of the public and the environment during mining and reclamation. A third objective is to provide opportunities for college and university students to participate in research projects related to coal mining and reclamation issues in order to build a pool of qualified potential applicants for future implementation of SMCRA.
As published in the SAM.gov Assistance Listing.
Current opportunities under 15.255
No open or forecasted opportunities are currently posted under this listing. Programs often post notices on an annual cycle — see recently closed opportunities below for timing.
Eligible applicants (program level)
- Indian/Native American/Alaska Native Tribal Government (Other than Federally Recognized)
- Other Local Government Consortium, Regional Organization (Intrastate), or Other Local Government Combination
- Tribal
- Not-for-Profit Organization
- For-Profit Organization
- Nonprofit Organization
- U.S. State Government (including the District of Columbia)
- State
Applied Science Projects: Recipients may be any of the following: public, private, or non-profit entities; Federal, State, local or Tribal governments; and colleges and universities located in the United States.
Intended beneficiaries: Private nonprofit institution/organization, State and Public nonprofit institution/organization.
Program-level eligibility from SAM.gov. Each funding notice sets its own requirements.
Reported obligations by fiscal year
Historical data · not a predictionRange and average of financial assistance (from the listing): Award amounts ranges from $100K to $200K. The FY 2025 obligation estimate is subject to the availability of appropriations and Congressional authority.
Source: SAM.gov Assistance Listing 15.255. Hatched bars are agency estimates. These totals do not indicate approval rates.Recently closed under 15.255
| Opportunity | Status | Award range | Closes | ALN |
|---|---|---|---|---|
OSMRE Mine Drainage Technology Initiative (MDTI)Office of Surface Mining | Closed | $175K – $200K | Sep 25, 2023 | 15.255 |
OSMRE Mine Drainage Technology Initiative (MDTIOffice of Surface Mining | Closed | $150K – $200K | Oct 31, 2022 | 15.255 |
Science and Technology Projects Related to Coal Mining and Reclamation; Applied Science ProjectsOffice of Surface Mining | Closed | $1 – $200K | Oct 7, 2021 | 15.255 |
OSMRE Mine Drainage Technology Initiative (MDTIOffice of Surface Mining | Closed | $150K – $200K | Aug 10, 2021 | 15.255 |
Applied Science Program Cooperative Agreements Related to Coal Mining and ReclamationOffice of Surface Mining | Closed | $25K – $200K | Feb 5, 2010 | 15.255 |
Frequently asked questions
What is ALN 15.255?
15.255 is the Assistance Listing Number for “Science and Technology Projects Related to Coal Mining and Reclamation.” Assistance Listing Numbers (formerly CFDA numbers) identify federal assistance programs; individual grant opportunities reference the listing they are funded under.
Who can apply under ALN 15.255?
The SAM.gov listing names these applicant types: Indian/Native American/Alaska Native Tribal Government (Other than Federally Recognized), Other Local Government Consortium, Regional Organization (Intrastate), or Other Local Government Combination, Tribal, Not-for-Profit Organization, For-Profit Organization, Nonprofit Organization, U.S. State Government (including the District of Columbia) and State. Each funding notice under the program sets its own eligibility, so check the specific opportunity.