Request for Information: DRAFT Federal Strategy to Advance an Integrated U.S. Greenhouse Gas Monitoring and Information System; Number NNH23ZDA009L, 13153-13154 [2023-04328]

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AGENCY: The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) SUMMARY: PO 00000 Frm 00074 Fmt 4703 Sfmt 4703 13153 on behalf of the Biden-Harris Administration’s Greenhouse Gas Monitoring & Measurement Interagency Working Group (GHG IWG), established by the Office of Science & Technology Policy, White House Climate Policy Office, and Office of Management and Budget. The GHG IWG seeks to receive input from the public on the draft Federal Strategy to Advance an Integrated U.S. Greenhouse Gas Monitoring & Information System (GHGMIS Strategy) that is posted on the NASA Solicitation and Proposal Integrated Review and Evaluation System’s (NSPIRES). The GHG IWG will use information received to 1) inform the drafting of the final version of the GHGMIS Strategy and 2) in discussions on potential partnerships related to demonstration projects. DATES: Comments are requested on or before April 4, 2023. Early comments are encouraged. Comments received after this date will be considered to the extent practicable. ADDRESSES: • All responses to this RFI must be submitted in an electronic format only via the NASA Solicitation and Proposal Integrated Review and Evaluation System (NSPIRES) located at https:// go.nasa.gov/USGGMIDraftFederal Strategy. A copy of the draft GHGMIS Strategy is posted as a separate PDF file at the same location. • Mail: Comments submitted in a manner other than the one listed above, including emails or letters sent to SMD or other GHG IWG officials may not be accepted. • Hand Delivery: Please note that NASA cannot accept any comments that are hand delivered or couriered. In addition, NASA cannot accept comments contained on any form of digital media storage devices, such as CDs/DVDs and USB drives. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Issues regarding clarifications or questions on this RFI can be sent to Ken Jucks, Program Manager, Earth Science Division, at kenneth.w.jucks@nasa.gov. Phone: 202–358–0476. For submission help or for any questions regarding the NSPIRES website, contact nspires-help@ nasaprs.com Phone: (202) 479–9376, M– F, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. EST/EDT SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: I. Background The Greenhouse Gas Monitoring & Measurement Interagency Working Group (GHG IWG) was established by the Office of Science & Technology Policy, White House Climate Policy Office, and Office of Management and Budget in 2022 to enhance coordination E:\FR\FM\02MRN1.SGM 02MRN1 13154 Federal Register / Vol. 88, No. 41 / Thursday, March 2, 2023 / Notices ddrumheller on DSK120RN23PROD with NOTICES1 on existing capabilities and opportunities for enhancing measurement and quantification of GHG emissions and removals. In addition to the White House offices mentioned above, the GHG IWG includes the following United States (U.S.) federal agencies listed in alphabetical order: Department of Agriculture (USDA), Department of Commerce (including the National Institute of Standards and Technology, NIST, and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, NOAA), Department of Defense (DOD), Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Interior (DOI), Department of State (State), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), NASA, and the National Science Foundation (NSF). The draft GHGMIS Strategy developed by the GHG IWG outlines a framework for an integrated U.S. GHG monitoring & information system, near-term strategies to advance the system, and areas of interest for demonstration projects. The GHG IWG is seeking public comments on the draft GHGMIS Strategy in recognition of the significant expertise on this topic that exists outside of government and the growing interest by companies, nongovernmental organizations, and local and state agencies in generating or using GHG emissions data. A copy of the draft GHGMIS Strategy is posted as a PDF file on the NASA Solicitation and Proposal Integrated Review and Evaluation System’s (NSPIRES) landing page for this RFI at https://go.nasa.gov/ USGGMIDraftFederalStrategy. II. Discussion of Questions The RFI requests information on the following themes: 1. Does the draft GHGMIS Strategy contain any significant omissions, gaps or errors that would impede effectiveness? 2. What opportunities exist for federal agencies to partner with external entities on the framework, strategies, or demonstration projects outlined in the draft GHGMIS Strategy in ways that they have not previously done? 3. What coordination mechanisms, including existing convening or organizing bodies with current limited federal government engagement, should the GHG IWG agencies consider to enhance collaboration with external entities to advance U.S. greenhouse gas monitoring and information capabilities? III. Written Comments Written responses should not exceed 4 pages, excluding a cover page and any VerDate Sep<11>2014 18:21 Mar 01, 2023 Jkt 259001 references as described in the NSPIRES solicitation number: NNH23ZDA009L entitled Request for Information: DRAFT Federal Strategy to Advance an Integrated U.S. Greenhouse Gas Monitoring and Information System (GHGM&IS). You may respond to some or all questions listed in the RFI. There is no limit on the number of responses from an individual or an institution or its organizational units. The RFI should not be construed as a solicitation for proposals or an obligation on the part of the government. Interested parties who respond to this RFI may be contacted for a follow-on strategic dialogue, discussion, or event. IV. Review of Public Feedback NASA will share the public’s feedback with the GHG IWG members, who will use the feedback to help to develop the final GHGMIS Strategy and discuss potential partnerships related to demonstration projects. This notice is issued solely for information and program-planning purposes. Public input provided in response to this notice does not bind NASA or other GHG IWG members to any further actions, to include publishing a formal response or agreement to initiate a recommended change. The GHG IWG, including NASA, will consider the feedback and make changes or process improvements at its sole discretion. Any public discussion by NASA or the other GHG IWG members of the results of this RFI will not disclose the identities of the respondents. 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[Federal Register Volume 88, Number 41 (Thursday, March 2, 2023)]
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NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION

[NOTICE: (23-011)]


Request for Information: DRAFT Federal Strategy to Advance an 
Integrated U.S. Greenhouse Gas Monitoring and Information System; 
Number NNH23ZDA009L

AGENCY: National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA).

ACTION: Request for Information (RFI).

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SUMMARY: The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has 
issued a Request for Information (RFI) on behalf of the Biden-Harris 
Administration's Greenhouse Gas Monitoring & Measurement Interagency 
Working Group (GHG IWG), established by the Office of Science & 
Technology Policy, White House Climate Policy Office, and Office of 
Management and Budget. The GHG IWG seeks to receive input from the 
public on the draft Federal Strategy to Advance an Integrated U.S. 
Greenhouse Gas Monitoring & Information System (GHGMIS Strategy) that 
is posted on the NASA Solicitation and Proposal Integrated Review and 
Evaluation System's (NSPIRES). The GHG IWG will use information 
received to 1) inform the drafting of the final version of the GHGMIS 
Strategy and 2) in discussions on potential partnerships related to 
demonstration projects.

DATES: Comments are requested on or before April 4, 2023. Early 
comments are encouraged. Comments received after this date will be 
considered to the extent practicable.

ADDRESSES: 
     All responses to this RFI must be submitted in an 
electronic format only via the NASA Solicitation and Proposal 
Integrated Review and Evaluation System (NSPIRES) located at https://go.nasa.gov/USGGMIDraftFederalStrategy. A copy of the draft GHGMIS 
Strategy is posted as a separate PDF file at the same location.
     Mail: Comments submitted in a manner other than the one 
listed above, including emails or letters sent to SMD or other GHG IWG 
officials may not be accepted.
     Hand Delivery: Please note that NASA cannot accept any 
comments that are hand delivered or couriered. In addition, NASA cannot 
accept comments contained on any form of digital media storage devices, 
such as CDs/DVDs and USB drives.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Issues regarding clarifications or 
questions on this RFI can be sent to Ken Jucks, Program Manager, Earth 
Science Division, at [email protected]. Phone: 202-358-0476. For 
submission help or for any questions regarding the NSPIRES website, 
contact [email protected] Phone: (202) 479-9376, M-F, 8 a.m. to 
6 p.m. EST/EDT

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: 

I. Background

    The Greenhouse Gas Monitoring & Measurement Interagency Working 
Group (GHG IWG) was established by the Office of Science & Technology 
Policy, White House Climate Policy Office, and Office of Management and 
Budget in 2022 to enhance coordination

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on existing capabilities and opportunities for enhancing measurement 
and quantification of GHG emissions and removals. In addition to the 
White House offices mentioned above, the GHG IWG includes the following 
United States (U.S.) federal agencies listed in alphabetical order: 
Department of Agriculture (USDA), Department of Commerce (including the 
National Institute of Standards and Technology, NIST, and the National 
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, NOAA), Department of Defense 
(DOD), Department of Energy (DOE), Department of Interior (DOI), 
Department of State (State), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), 
NASA, and the National Science Foundation (NSF).
    The draft GHGMIS Strategy developed by the GHG IWG outlines a 
framework for an integrated U.S. GHG monitoring & information system, 
near-term strategies to advance the system, and areas of interest for 
demonstration projects.
    The GHG IWG is seeking public comments on the draft GHGMIS Strategy 
in recognition of the significant expertise on this topic that exists 
outside of government and the growing interest by companies, non-
governmental organizations, and local and state agencies in generating 
or using GHG emissions data. A copy of the draft GHGMIS Strategy is 
posted as a PDF file on the NASA Solicitation and Proposal Integrated 
Review and Evaluation System's (NSPIRES) landing page for this RFI at 
https://go.nasa.gov/USGGMIDraftFederalStrategy.

II. Discussion of Questions

    The RFI requests information on the following themes:
    1. Does the draft GHGMIS Strategy contain any significant 
omissions, gaps or errors that would impede effectiveness?
    2. What opportunities exist for federal agencies to partner with 
external entities on the framework, strategies, or demonstration 
projects outlined in the draft GHGMIS Strategy in ways that they have 
not previously done?
    3. What coordination mechanisms, including existing convening or 
organizing bodies with current limited federal government engagement, 
should the GHG IWG agencies consider to enhance collaboration with 
external entities to advance U.S. greenhouse gas monitoring and 
information capabilities?

III. Written Comments

    Written responses should not exceed 4 pages, excluding a cover page 
and any references as described in the NSPIRES solicitation number: 
NNH23ZDA009L entitled Request for Information: DRAFT Federal Strategy 
to Advance an Integrated U.S. Greenhouse Gas Monitoring and Information 
System (GHGM&IS). You may respond to some or all questions listed in 
the RFI. There is no limit on the number of responses from an 
individual or an institution or its organizational units. The RFI 
should not be construed as a solicitation for proposals or an 
obligation on the part of the government. Interested parties who 
respond to this RFI may be contacted for a follow-on strategic 
dialogue, discussion, or event.

IV. Review of Public Feedback

    NASA will share the public's feedback with the GHG IWG members, who 
will use the feedback to help to develop the final GHGMIS Strategy and 
discuss potential partnerships related to demonstration projects. This 
notice is issued solely for information and program-planning purposes. 
Public input provided in response to this notice does not bind NASA or 
other GHG IWG members to any further actions, to include publishing a 
formal response or agreement to initiate a recommended change. The GHG 
IWG, including NASA, will consider the feedback and make changes or 
process improvements at its sole discretion.
    Any public discussion by NASA or the other GHG IWG members of the 
results of this RFI will not disclose the identities of the 
respondents. It is not NASA's or other GHG IWG members' intent to 
disclose publicly respondents' proprietary information obtained in 
response to this RFI. To the full extent that it is protected pursuant 
to the Freedom of Information Act and other laws and regulations, 
information identified by a Respondent as ``Proprietary or 
Confidential'' will be kept confidential.

Cheryl Parker,
NASA Federal Liaison Officer.
[FR Doc. 2023-04328 Filed 3-1-23; 8:45 am]
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