If we propose AI solutions (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) for retrieving data from archival documentations and use it to complement current environmental data collection, which funding area would be the best to apply for? The data is mainly on water and sediment quality.

We cannot give specific project advice; however, we would encourage applicants interested in AI to review the open data write-up in SN Appendix A. If the applicant is a Tribal entity, the capacity building area should also be considered. Please note that an applicant can apply under multiple EN project opportunities, if applicable to the proposed project. For example, a Tribal entity could apply under both the Open Data and Capacity Building EN project opportunities.  

Support of an EN Funding Area is required; alignment with one or more EN project opportunities is optional. If there isn't a good project opportunity that fits, applicants can build their own project, assuming that a case can be made within the project narrative that the project supports one or more EN Funding Areas.