Research Partnership on Climate Change and Transportation

The Center for Efficiency, Resiliency, and Community Engagement in Transportation research and technology goals: (1) support the transportation sector with innovative approaches and solutions; (2) build and invest in resilient transportation infrastructure, networks, and operations; (3) identify innovative approaches transportation solutions; and (4) otherwise advance understanding transportation needs and solutions to support community engagement and public safety. Priority research and technology development topics with high potential to serve these goals include, but are not limited to, the following: Data and tools to reduce trips and shift trips to climate-friendly vehicles and modes, including shift to electric vehicles, transit, micromobility services, and active transport, combined with integrated transportation and land-use planning, including transit-oriented development, such that people are less dependent on personal vehicles and more likely to walk, bike, or use transit. Transformative approaches to understanding, predicting, and addressing via technology, design, behavior, and policy interventions. Methods for better incorporating induced demand into travel demand models. Evidence-based approaches and tools for decision makers for assessing transportation investments, policies, and practices. Cutting-edge technologies that have the potential to leverage transportation technology to transform the United States to be a world class leader in transportation innovations in data-driven insights, automation, and integrated system-of-systems. Innovative...

This competition is open to all eligible parties and their partnering organizations. Eligible parties include, but are not limited to, institutions of higher education, public research entities (e.g., University Affiliated Research Centers (UARCs), Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDCs), national laboratories, etc.), and private and 501(c)3 nonprofit research entities

U.S. DOT will evaluate and rank the applications against the following technical evaluation criteria. These criteria are distinct from eligibility criteria (see Section C) that are addressed before an application is accepted for review. Quality and Feasibility. The research center idea is well developed, with detail about how program activities will be carried out. The proposal includes a reasonable implementation timeline. Innovation and Impact. The proposing organization and research center idea are well-positioned to advance innovative research with high potential for significant impact on policy or other decision making regarding climate change and transportation. Organizational Capacity and Record on Previous Federally-funded Projects. The organization has expertise in its stated field and has the internal controls in place to manage federal funds. Monitoring and Evaluation Plan. Applicant demonstrates it is able to measure success against key indicators and provides milestones to indicate progress toward goals outlined in the proposal. The program includes output and outcome indicators and shows how and when those will be measured. Sustainability. Program activities will continue to have positive impact after the end of the program. Support of Equity and Underserved Communities. Proposal shows clearly how the researcher center’s activities will advance equity in the area of climate change and transportation. COST: The cost proposal will be evaluated on: 1) Cost...

This program has no statutory formula. Cost sharing or matching is required. The Federal Share of the cost of activities carried out by the climate and transportation research center is based on a 2 to 1 cost share ratio (2 Federal to 1 Non-federal match). Applicants must include evidence of their ability to match the Federal Share at this level. Program income must be handled in accordance with Section F.MOE requirements are not applicable to this assistance listing.

Not Applicable.