D22AP00224
Project Grant
Overview
Grant Description
This project has a goal of properly plugging, remediating, and reclaiming as many orphan oil and gas related wells as possible. While completing this, wells that are leaking methane, oil, saltwater, and other gases will be plugged to stop any air, soil, surface or groundwater pollution. Identifying these problem wells will be the first step in this project, preventing any further pollution. This should have a positive effect on the environment as well as human health and safety concerns that come with these types of leaks.
These wells are also often in the way of farming, construction, and other activities. By plugging them, the land can be returned to its pre-drilling conditions, making it available for any needed future use. Conducting such a widespread large project will also have the benefit of producing many high-quality, good-paying jobs throughout the project. The project is expected to be completed by August of 2030.
Plugging these wells will not only prevent any future leaks or contamination but also ensure a brighter and healthier future for all.
These wells are also often in the way of farming, construction, and other activities. By plugging them, the land can be returned to its pre-drilling conditions, making it available for any needed future use. Conducting such a widespread large project will also have the benefit of producing many high-quality, good-paying jobs throughout the project. The project is expected to be completed by August of 2030.
Plugging these wells will not only prevent any future leaks or contamination but also ensure a brighter and healthier future for all.
Funding Goals
PLUG AND REMEDIATE OR RECLAIM ORPHANED WELLS ON STATE AND PRIVATE LANDS. ENHANCE THE PROTECTION OF PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY AND PROPERTY FROM ORPHANED WELLS ON STATES AND PRIVATE LANDS. TO IDENTIFY AND CHARACTERIZE UNDOCUMENTED ORPHANED WELLS ON STATE AND PRIVATE LANDS REMEDIATE LAND ADJACENT TO ORPHANED WELLS AND DECOMMISSION OR REMOVE ASSOCIATED INFRASTRUCTURE AND IMPROVE LAND HEALTH.
Grant Program (CFDA)
Awarding / Funding Agency
Place of Performance
Indiana
United States
Geographic Scope
State-Wide
Related Opportunity
D-AQD-FA-22-003
Analysis Notes
Infrastructure $25,000,000 (100%) percent this Project Grant was funded by the 2021 Infrastructure Act.
Amendment Since initial award the End Date has been extended from 09/30/25 to 03/31/26.
Amendment Since initial award the End Date has been extended from 09/30/25 to 03/31/26.
Indiana Department Of Natural Resources was awarded
Orphan Oil & Gas Well Remediation & Reclamation
Project Grant D22AP00224
worth $25,000,000
from Interior Business Center in October 2022 with work to be completed primarily in Indiana United States.
The grant
has a duration of 3 years 5 months and
was awarded through assistance program 15.018 Energy Community Revitalization Program (ECRP).
Status
(Ongoing)
Last Modified 11/13/25
Period of Performance
10/1/22
Start Date
3/31/26
End Date
Funding Split
$25.0M
Federal Obligation
$0.0
Non-Federal Obligation
$25.0M
Total Obligated
Activity Timeline
Transaction History
Modifications to D22AP00224
Additional Detail
Award ID FAIN
D22AP00224
SAI Number
None
Award ID URI
None
Awardee Classifications
State Government
Awarding Office
140D04 IBC ACQ SVCS DIRECTORATE (00004)
Funding Office
140D04 IBC ACQ SVCS DIRECTORATE (00004)
Awardee UEI
H88LA5K9AYM9
Awardee CAGE
0DY98
Performance District
IN-90
Senators
Todd Young
Mike Braun
Mike Braun
Budget Funding
| Federal Account | Budget Subfunction | Object Class | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Energy Community Revitalization Program, Department-Wide Programs, Interior (014-2641) | Conservation and land management | Grants, subsidies, and contributions (41.0) | $25,000,000 | 100% |
Modified: 11/13/25