Undocumented Orphaned Well Characterization and Remediation
ID: 356418Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Energy Technology Laboratory (DOE-NETL)

Award Range

$1 - $3M

Eligible Applicants

Small Businesses

Funding Category

Energy

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/356418

Additional Information

https://www.fedconnect.net
Timeline
    Description

    The National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) is offering a funding opportunity for the characterization and remediation of Undocumented Orphaned Wells (UOWs) through a cooperative agreement. This initiative aims to solicit proposals for advanced technologies that address methane emissions and environmental concerns associated with UOWs, focusing on three main areas: Advanced Remediation Techniques, Wellbore Characterization, and Long-Term Monitoring. The program is part of the Department of Energy's Methane Mitigation Technologies Program, which seeks to significantly reduce methane emissions from carbon-based fuel supply chains by 2030. The total anticipated funding for this opportunity is $15 million, with awards expected to range from $1 to $3.4 million, and a 20% cost-sharing requirement is mandated for applicants. Interested parties must submit their proposals by November 13, 2024, and can contact Bethany Swauger at 412-386-4737 or via email at bethany.swauger@netl.doe.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    bethany.swauger@netl.doe.gov
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    DE-FOA-0003343.bin
    FundOpp_DE-FOA-0003343.pdf
    The Department of Energy (DOE) issued a Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA Number: DE-FOA-0003343) focusing on the characterization and remediation of Undocumented Orphaned Wells (UOWs). The aim is to solicit proposals for advanced technologies that effectively address methane emissions and environmental concerns caused by these wells, with a total anticipated funding of $15 million over three years. The FOA encompasses three main Areas of Interest (AOIs): Advanced Remediation Techniques, Wellbore Characterization, and Long-Term Monitoring. Eligibility is broad, allowing domestic entities, including educational institutions and local governments, to apply, with a required 20% cost-sharing. Applications must include specific technical elements and demonstrate innovative approaches, particularly in reducing emissions and improving well characterization without invasive methods. The deadline for submissions is November 13, 2024, with awards expected by June 2025. This initiative is part of DOE’s Methane Mitigation Technologies Program, aiming for significant reductions in methane emissions from carbon-based fuel supply chains by 2030.
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