Tap-In: Water@UW-Madison News

CPEP Seminar: Usable Climate Risk Science: Motivation, Examples, and a Proposal 

Join the Nelson Institute Center for Climatic Research for this weeks CPEP seminar given by Adam Sobel, Professor of Applied Physics and Applied Mathematics and of Earth and Environmental Sciences at Columbia University. 3:30-4:30PM; RM 811 Atmospheric & Oceanic Sciences. Livestream

Limnology Seminar: Quinn Smith & Maxwel Wilkinson

Join the Center for Limnology for this weeks seminar given by Quinn Smith & Max Wilkinson from the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s Center for Limnology. 12:05-12:55pm; Water Science Engineering Lab and Online. Zoom Link

Biology Colloquium: Space, Place, and Pace: Three tales from the mouths of plants

Join the Department of Biology for an upcoming Biology Colloquium given by Dr. Chris Muir, Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology at UW-Madison. 3:30-4:30PM. B302 Birge Hall.

Weston Roundtable: From Earth to Space: Who and what is worth saving in the race for critical minerals?

Join the Center for Sustainability and the Global Environment for an upcoming Weston Roundtable given by Julie Klinger, Associate Professor of Environmental Studies at UW-Madison. 4:15-5:15PM. 1153 Mechanical Engineering

Join the Wisconsin Wetlands Association for an upcoming Wetland Coffee Break seminar given by James Brodzeller, Watershed Coordinator with the Dane County Land & Water Resources Department. 10:30 CT. Register Here.

The 2026 SM Born Environmental Stewardship Lecture, presents: 

By Dr. Jack McLaren, Aquatic Ecology Program Manager at the Henry's Fork Foundation. The Henry's Fork of the Snake River is one of the West's premier trout fisheries, and a case study in how science-based, collaborative conservation can resolve conflict over a scarce resource. 

The Wisconsin Wetlands Association is now accepting proposals for presentations at the 2027 Wetland Science Conference. The WWA is seeking proposals for oral and poster presentations about recent wetland research, initiatives, and projects by November 15th. The conference will take place February 23-25, 2027, at The Osthoff Resort in Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin.

UW-Stevens Point is seeking a Director and Outreach Program Specialist to guide the Extension Lakes team. Extension Lakes is comprised of 5 team members and has statewide responsibilities to develop, design, and deliver multi-program, lake-related education. Program planning and delivery is coordinated within the UW-Stevens Point College of Natural Resources in coordination with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and the UW-Madison Division of Extension. Applications due October 18th.

The Department of Landscape, Water and Infrastructure, within the Institute of Hydraulic Engineering and River Research, is seeking to hire a tenure-track professor/researcher specializing in Hydraulic Engineering and River Research, with a particular emphasis on Sustainable Hydropower. Applications due October 14th.

Calling all STEM grad students and postdocs: are you interested in careers involving teaching or community engagement? Consider becoming a WISCIENCE Fellow! We offer three immersive, year-long Fellows Programs that equip you with career-ready skills and experience. Each program pairs in-depth training in inclusive, evidence-based practices with hands-on experience in a mentored practicum. Applications due October 25.

The Development & Database Intern will provide meaningful support to Clean Lakes Alliance’s development and engagement efforts, with a focus on fundraising operations, donor and member stewardship, database management, donor research, and corporate partnerships. Under the supervision of professional staff, the intern will gain hands-on experience with nonprofit development systems and workflows while providing organizational and logistical support. This is a paid internship for the fall 2026 semester with the possibility of extension through spring 2027. Applications are due September 25.

Check the Sustainability Research Hub's curated list of funding opportunities related to environmental sustainability.

The Department of Health Services Site Evaluation Program has applications open for mini-grants (2-3 awards up to $30,000 each) for Tribal health departments, Tribal-led organizations, Tribal programs, and Tribal-led nonprofits. The grant funds are intended to be used for education, community engagement, collaboration, or other forms of outreach that increase the knowledge of tenants and homeowners to identify and protect themselves from environmental hazards. Hazards addressed under this grant must relate to indoor air quality, water quality, or soil contamination. Proposals are due October 15th.

Freshwater Future offers two funding tracks for grassroots water protection work in the Great Lakes Basin. The Project Grant Program provides $500-$5,000 for projects that protect drinking water, shorelines, inland lakes, rivers, wetlands, and groundwater by shaping community behavior, corporate conduct, or public policy. Special Opportunity Grants offer up to $750 for urgent, time-sensitive projects that fall outside the regular Project Grant timeline. Fall cycle deadline: September 30, 2026.

The State of Wisconsin Groundwater Research and Monitoring Program is accepting proposals for fundamental and applied research that advances the understanding and management of groundwater in Wisconsin. This coordinated solicitation, led by the Universities of Wisconsin and multiple state agencies, streamlines proposal submission across funding sources and will provide up to $295,000 for new groundwater research and monitoring projects in FY2028. Proposals are due by 3 p.m. CDT on October 2, 2026.

The Water Council’s Fall 2026 Tech Challenge is now accepting global applications for innovative, chemical-free and low-cost aqueous sensing technologies that enable continuous, distributed water quality monitoring. Sponsored by Badger Meter, Watts Water, and Xylem, the challenge seeks technologies at TRL 3+ with applications in drinking water, premise plumbing, and wastewater monitoring, with top prizes of up to $10,000 and direct access to sponsor R&D teams for finalists. Applications are due October 2, 2026.

NOAA's Climate Program Office has released a new Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Earth System Science and Services Partnership. The Earth System Science and Services Partnership (ESSSP) supports research, programs, projects and other activities related to NOAA’s mission, primarily through collaborations among scientists and professionals in areas of mutual interest associated with understanding and predicting changes in the Earth’s atmosphere, oceans, coasts, land, and ice and their interrelated effects on ecosystems, weather and hazards, and communities and infrastructure. Applications must be received by 11:59PM PCT on October 26, 2026.

The Wisconsin Coastal Management Program (WCMP) has approximately $1.2 million available for coastal wetland protection and habitat restoration, nonpoint source pollution control, coastal resource and community planning, Great Lakes education, and public access and historic preservation projects. A virtual grant workshop is offered September 8, 2026. Application deadline: November 3, 2026.

The U.S. Forest Service, in partnership with the EPA, is offering about $3.5 million in Great Lakes Restoration Initiative grants through the Community Forest and Open Space Conservation Program. Funding is open to projects in the Lake Superior basin portions of Michigan and Wisconsin, in areas identified as priority conservation areas for wildlife habitat connectivity. Federally recognized Tribes, local governments, and qualified nonprofits can apply for up to $1 million, matched 1:1 with non-federal funds, to help purchase private forestland and establish community forests. Applications due December 8, 2026

Oct. 6-8. Toronto, Ontario. GLC meetings offer an opportunity for Great Lakes stakeholders to convene with colleagues and share perspectives on important Great Lakes issues. Join us as we continue to address issues of common concern, develop shared solutions and collectively advance an agenda to protect and enhance the region’s economic prosperity and environmental health. Registration closes September 28.

Oct. 13-15. Milwaukee, WI. ReFRESH is not a typical water conference. It is a curated innovation forum for leaders who are ready to refresh how progress happens in water. ReFRESH brings together decision-makers across the public, private and academic sectors to explore radical collaboration, honest conversations and a commitment to action. Registration Open.

Oct 28. Madison, WI. The Office of Sustainability invites you to participate in UW–Madison's fifth annual Sustainability Symposium The symposium brings together campus and community partners to share research, projects, and ideas advancing sustainability at UW–Madison. This year’s program will feature lightning talks, poster presentations, and a keynote address on sustainability and entrepreneurship by Dr. Erica Plambeck '94, professor at Stanford Graduate School of Business. Proposals will be accepted through October 11.

November 3–6. Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada. Water resources in this semi-arid setting are under increasing pressure, compounded by watershed-scale disturbances and a warming climate. Warmer and drier conditions during the growing season often lead to agricultural, urban, and environmental water demands surpassing the available water resources.

To discuss these and other important management issues, NALMS is pleased to return to Canada for NALMS 2026! The program will feature workshops, field trips, presentations, networking events, and vendor displays. Registration Open.

November 4–6. Michigan City, Indiana. Supported in part by Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant, University of Illinois Extension, and Purdue University. We are now accepting proposals for Organized Symposia/Workshops. Our goal is to provide a dynamic forum for sharing research, discussing emerging issues, and strengthening collaboration across the Great Lakes community. Symposia and workshops are the scientific centerpiece of the meeting and help shape the overall program. If you have an innovative idea on a timely topic relevant to Lake Michigan science, management, or community engagement, we invite you to submit a proposal for consideration. Registration Open.

January 19-21. Ashland, Wisconsin. This year's theme, Celebrating Resilience Through Connection, invites participants to reflect on resilience as a quality of partnerships, communities, and people, as well as an ecological concept. We'll share stories from the field, learn from each other's work, and explore where deeper collaboration can help us go further together. Now accepting presenter submissions for the 2027 Symposium until October 1, 2026.

April 20-21. Virtual-Only Format. The 2027 ECEC will feature presentations on the latest in emerging contaminant research, policy, and outreach in the soil, water, air and built/human environments. Researchers, educators, businesses, government officials, regulatory agencies, policymakers, outreach and extension professionals, environmental groups, members of the public, and medical, veterinary, and public health professionals are just some of the occupations invited to attend and present at the conference. Call for Abstracts Closes December 1, 2026

April 14-16. Stevens Point, WI. The Wisconsin Lakes and Rivers Partnership is now accepting proposals for for concurrent sessions, workshops, posters, and lightning talks. This statewide convention brings together professionals, students, community members, and businesses who love water. The 2027 Convention will explore how water weaves us together and nourishes all life, creating places where communities gather, unite, and find common purpose. Protecting our waters is a shared responsibility that connects us to past and future generations. Learn more and submit a proposal HERE.

May 24-28. Duluth, MN. The internationally recognized center of Great Lakes research, will host the International Association for Great Lakes Research's 70th annual conference, a hybrid event featuring four days of scientific sessions on the theme "Great Lakes, Global Impacts." Hosted by the University of Minnesota Duluth.

Rock River Coalition is looking for volunteers to help weed the newly planted Riverside Park Creekside native garden in Riverside Park, Watertown, Wisconsin. These workdays will take place 9am to 12pm on the 2nd Saturday and the last Thursday of each month from May 28 to October 29. No experience is needed to participate. Sign up at this link.

Educational program of Crossroads at Big Creek Learning Center and Nature Preserve in Sturgeon Bay, WI that presents the science of Great Lakes fisheries to Door County and beyond. All presentations will be held in-person at 7PM (CST). Zoom and Facebook Live links will be available and offered in partnership with the Door County Library. To participate online, visit the Door County Library calendar.

Current’s Third Coast Water Seminar Series is back! Relaunching in Fall 2025, the series returns with a sharpened focus on the research, technologies, and policies advancing a circular water economy both in the Great Lakes region, the broader U.S., and globally. First Wednesday of each month.

Every Wednesday 12:05 - 12:55 in WSEL 2nd floor West and Zoom

Every Tuesday from 12:30-1:30PM in RM 811 of Atmospheric & Oceanic Sciences or livestreamed

Educational talk series open to the public. Second Wednesday of the month from 4:00-5:00pm at The East Side Club in Madison

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