The National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) is preparing to issue a Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) number DE-FOA-0003383 for the Fiscal Year 2024, focusing on the Vehicle Technologies Office's Batteries & Electrification initiatives. This FOA aims to support research, development, demonstration, and deployment (RDD&D) of innovative technologies that contribute to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, including advancements in electric vehicle smart charge management, battery chemistry, and manufacturing cost reduction. The anticipated funding will be provided through cooperative agreements, with a funding range between $1 million and $2 million, and applications will be accepted until July 26, 2024. For further inquiries, interested applicants can contact Jennifer Funk, Grants Management Specialist, at jennifer.funk@netl.doe.gov.