Common use of Consortium Research Program Clause in Contracts

Consortium Research Program. The Consortium research program will consist of a portfolio of research projects evaluated and approved by the TSC with the intent of facilitating treatment technology research and technology development that can: • accelerate the implementation and acceptance of policies and regulations for the use of treated produced water in New Mexico; • support policies and regulations that protect the environment and human health; and • be used as models nationwide. Funded Core research projects are subject to compliance with terms outlined in the Membership Agreement and the directions identified by the TSC and Board. Research projects consist of Core projects and Enhancement projects. Core projects are funded from pooled membership dues paid by Consortium members and pooled Sponsor funds. The TSC is responsible for evaluating and selecting Core projects based on research roadmap priorities recommended by the members and approved by the Board. Enhancement projects are funded through additional financial means (but not membership dues or Sponsor pooled funding), specifically to enhance or accelerate a currently-funded Core project. In order to be included by the Consortium, an Enhancement project must contribute to the knowledge development of the Consortium and is subject to advance approval by the Program Director and the Board. The funding could come through proposals to other federal agencies, or directed funds from other private organizations.