DISRUPTIVE DC CONVERTERS FOR GRID RESILIENT INFRASTRUCTURE TO DELIVER SUSTAINABLE ENERGY SBIR/STTR (DC-GRIDS SBIR/STTR)
ID: 357028Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Advanced Research Projects Agency Energy (DOE-ARPAE)

Award Range

$314K - $5M

Eligible Applicants

Small Businesses

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/357028

Additional Information

https://arpa-e-foa.energy.gov
Timeline
    Description

    The Advanced Research Projects Agency – Energy (ARPA-E) is offering a funding opportunity for the development of disruptive direct current (DC) converters aimed at enhancing grid resilience and supporting sustainable energy initiatives through the Disruptive DC Converters for Grid Resilient Infrastructure (DC-GRIDS) program. This initiative seeks proposals that focus on innovative technologies for high-voltage direct current (HVDC) macrogrids, facilitating efficient power routing and flexible interconnections with existing alternating current (AC) systems. The program is critical for addressing current technological barriers in the U.S. power grid, with an estimated funding allocation of approximately $38 million to support 10-12 projects, with individual awards ranging from $314,363 to $4,505,859. Interested applicants must submit their proposals by 9:30 a.m. Eastern Time on December 10, 2024, and can direct inquiries to ARPA-E-CO@hq.doe.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    ARPA-E-CO@hq.doe.gov
    Files
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    DC-GRIDS.pdf
    The Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) issued by the Advanced Research Projects Agency – Energy (ARPA-E) seeks proposals for the development of disruptive direct current (DC) converters for enhancing grid resilience and supporting sustainable energy initiatives. This initiative, termed the Disruptive DC Converters for Grid Resilient Infrastructure (DC-GRIDS) program, is aimed at fostering innovative technologies essential for high-voltage direct current (HVDC) macrogrids, enabling efficient power routing and flexible interconnections with existing alternating current (AC) systems. ARPA-E plans to allocate approximately $38 million to fund around 10-12 projects, with funding levels ranging from $314,363 to $4,505,859. The program is structured around two technical categories: the development of novel modular power electronic valves and the design of advanced multi-terminal converter stations. Key objectives include reducing converter capital costs, enhancing power density, and facilitating the integration of renewable energy sources. Through this funding opportunity, ARPA-E emphasizes collaboration among researchers, industry partners, and utilities to overcome current technological barriers and establish a more resilient and efficient U.S. power grid by 2028. Queries regarding the NOFO can be directed to specified email addresses within ARPA-E, ensuring applicants receive timely information regarding applicability and submission processes.
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