The Nevada Division of Environmental Protection’s Bureau of Water Quality Planning has approximately $1 million in federal money to provide assistance for projects that prevent or control nonpoint source water pollution.

Nonpoint source water pollution occurs when rain, snowmelt and irrigation water flows over developed or disturbed land, carrying with it contaminants including oil, sediment, pesticides, bacteria and nutrients. This contaminated water makes its way into Nevada’s waterways either directly or through storm drains.

The guidelines for the application are online. State, local and tribal governments, nonprofit organizations and educational institutions are eligible to apply. A non-federal match (cash and/or in-kind) of at least 50 percent of the total project cost is required.

Proposals will be accepted until Sept. 16.

For more info, contact Birgit Henson at 775.687.9550 or bhenson@ndep.nv.gov.