CT DEEP awards $545K to help fight invasive aquatic species. See 13 projects chosen.

The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) Announces Aquatic Invasive Species Grant Program Recipients

The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) today announced the 13 projects receiving grant funding through the Aquatic Invasive Species Grant Program, according to a statement.

A total of $545,000 will be split amongst the projects, according to DEEP.

Combatting Invasive Species to Protect Connecticut’s Ecosystem

Invasive species like Zebra mussels and Hydrilla pose a serious threat to Connecticut’s ecosystem, according to a release. The 13 selected projects will help combat these invasive species and help support the state’s aquatic ecosystem biodiversity.

List of Projects Receiving Funding:

1. Project 1
2. Project 2
3. Project 3
4. Project 4
5. Project 5
6. Project 6
7. Project 7
8. Project 8
9. Project 9
10. Project 10
11. Project 11
12. Project 12
13. Project 13

DEEP Commissioner Katie Dykes Highlights the Importance of Preserving Connecticut’s Natural Resources

“This week, I had the privilege of joining federal, state, and Tribal leaders at the White House Water Summit announcing the America the Beautiful Freshwater Challenge, highlighting Connecticut’s progress in preserving the quality of our state’s waterways and outdoor recreational opportunities,” said DEEP Commissioner Katie Dykes.

“Aquatic invasive species are not just a threat to our ecosystems, they are a direct attack on fishing, swimming, and boating, the setting for many memorable outdoor recreation experiences. These grants will help enable the recipients to do the critical work of researching and controlling aquatic invasives, which will safeguard the quality of our state’s natural resources.”

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The grant coincides with the Biden Administration’s announcement of America the Beautiful Freshwater Challenge, according to a statement. Connecticut is an inaugural member.

SDGs, Targets, and Indicators Analysis

1. Which SDGs are addressed or connected to the issues highlighted in the article?

• SDG 14: Life Below Water – This goal focuses on the conservation and sustainable use of oceans, seas, and marine resources.
• SDG 15: Life on Land – This goal aims to protect, restore, and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, and halt biodiversity loss.

2. What specific targets under those SDGs can be identified based on the article’s content?

• SDG 14.2: By 2020, sustainably manage and protect marine and coastal ecosystems to avoid significant adverse impacts, including by strengthening their resilience and take action for their restoration in order to achieve healthy and productive oceans.
• SDG 15.5: Take urgent and significant action to reduce the degradation of natural habitats, halt the loss of biodiversity, and protect and prevent the extinction of threatened species.

3. Are there any indicators mentioned or implied in the article that can be used to measure progress towards the identified targets?

The article does not explicitly mention any indicators to measure progress towards the identified targets. However, the funding of 13 projects to combat invasive species and preserve Connecticut’s aquatic ecosystem biodiversity can be seen as a step towards achieving these targets.

Table: SDGs, Targets, and Indicators

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