The Alaska Mariculture Cluster (AMC) has launched the AMC RFP Allocation Dashboard, an interactive tool that allows users to explore how AMC BBBRC funds have been allocated through competitive request for proposals (RFPs). This dashboard includes projects funded through RFPs put out by Southeast Conference directly, as well as those put out by AMC BBBRC subaward recipients.

This dashboard allows users to explore how RFP funds have been allocated by project, species category (shellfish/seaweed), region, and location. It will help us track our allocation in real-time, allowing us to adapt as needed to meet our targets. Additionally, we hope the dashboard will increase transparency, awareness, and coordination in the mariculture community.

Notes

• Please view using a large display device or laptop. Smart phones are not recommended.
• Please refer to the instructions on the dashboard for more detailed navigation instructions.
• Email phoebe@seconference.org with any questions.
• To gain a better understanding of how projects funded through RFPs fit into the broader grant context, visit our AMC Airtable Database, which contains all projects funded through AMC BBB regardless of funding pathway.
• Click here for Funding Compliance Resources.

Background

Southeast Conference (SEC) is the federally designated Economic Development District (EDD) for Southeast Alaska, as well as the state designated Alaska Regional Development Organization. SEC’s mission is to undertake and support activities that promote strong economies, sustainable communities, and a healthy environment in Southeast Alaska.

In September 2022, Southeast Conference was awarded a $49 million U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) Build Back Better Regional Challenge (BBBRC) grant to catalyze a viable and sustainable mariculture industry in Alaska, supporting the production of shellfish and seaweed, for the long-term benefit of the state’s economy, environment, and communities.

SEC leads the Alaska Mariculture Cluster (AMC) grant coalition, which includes members of Alaska’s mariculture industry, tribal organizations, regulatory agencies, university system, regional EDDs, trade organizations, and others. A Governance Body, composed of AMC coalition leaders and Tribal executives from each of the project regions, guides the grant’s work and equity metrics.

The AMC has complementary grant components designed to break down barriers and develop Alaska’s mariculture industry.  The Overarching Narrative explains how the grant components work together to grow the industry in an equitable and responsible manner. The full project period for the AMC BBBRC project is October 1, 2022 to September 30th, 2026.