Smart Manufacturing Technologies for Material and Process Innovation
ID: 355493Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Golden Field Office (DOE-GFO)

Award Range

$350K - $3M

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Energy

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/355493

Additional Information

https://eere-exchange.energy.gov/
Timeline
    Description

    The Golden Field Office of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is offering a funding opportunity titled "Smart Manufacturing Technologies for Material and Process Innovation," aimed at advancing smart manufacturing technologies to support a clean and decarbonized economy. Applicants are required to submit a Concept Paper to qualify for a Full Application, focusing on four key areas: smart manufacturing for a circular economy, tooling and equipment for sustainable transportation, smart manufacturing for high-performance materials, and technologies for sustainable U.S. mining. This initiative emphasizes the importance of innovative practices that enhance productivity, promote recycling, and improve process efficiency within the manufacturing sector. The total estimated program funding is $33.7 million, with individual awards ranging from $350,000 to $3 million, and the application deadline is November 18, 2024. For further details, interested parties can contact the grantor at SM.FOA.FY24@ee.doe.gov or visit the EERE Funding Opportunity Exchange at https://eere-exchange.energy.gov/.

    Point(s) of Contact
    SM.FOA.FY24@ee.doe.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    DE-FOA-0003329_Smart
    DE-FOA-0003329_Smart.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Energy issued a Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) focused on advancing smart manufacturing technologies for material and process innovation, aligning with the goals of creating a clean and decarbonized economy. The FOA requires applicants to submit a Concept Paper to qualify for a Full Application, with key dates outlined for submission and evaluation. Four main topic areas have been identified: (1) smart manufacturing for a circular economy, (2) tooling and equipment for sustainable transportation, (3) smart manufacturing for high-performance materials, and (4) technologies for sustainable U.S. mining. Each topic emphasizes the need for technologies that enhance productivity, promote recycling, improve process efficiency, and address industry challenges through innovative practices. The FOA encourages projects that demonstrate economic feasibility and reduced lifecycle energy consumption while fostering collaboration across supply chains. Successful applications are expected to show clear metrics for success, address technical challenges, and include partnerships that enhance the proposed innovations. This effort underscores the government's commitment to fostering advanced manufacturing technologies that support national competitiveness and environmental goals, laying the groundwork for significant advancements in energy-related manufacturing sectors.
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