Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) Advanced Energy Manufacturing and Recycling Grant Program Section 40209
ID: 352877Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Energy Technology Laboratory (DOE-NETL)

Award Range

$1 - $100M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Energy

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    The National Energy Technology Laboratory is offering a funding opportunity under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law for the Advanced Energy Manufacturing and Recycling Grant Program, with an estimated total funding of $425 million. This program aims to support small- and medium-sized manufacturers (SMMs) through two key Areas of Interest: enhancing domestic manufacturing and recycling capabilities for clean energy, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the manufacturing sector. Eligible projects must be located in designated energy communities affected by coal mine or power plant closures and should focus on engaging underrepresented communities and training dislocated workers. Interested applicants must submit a Concept Paper by April 8, 2024, followed by a Full Application due by June 24, 2024; for further inquiries, contact John R. Hatfield at John.Hatfield@netl.doe.gov or 304-285-5235.

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    The Department of Energy (DOE) is issuing a Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law for the Advanced Energy Manufacturing and Recycling Grant Program. This program aims to invest approximately $425 million in projects by small- and medium-sized manufacturers (SMMs) focused on clean energy and industrial decarbonization. The announcement highlights two Areas of Interest: (1) Clean Energy Manufacturing and Recycling, which emphasizes boosting domestic manufacturing and recycling capabilities; and (2) Industrial Decarbonization, aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions from manufacturing processes. The application process requires the submission of a Concept Paper as a preliminary step for eligibility to submit a Full Application. Key deadlines include concept papers due by April 8, 2024, and full applications by June 24, 2024. The program seeks projects that utilize existing industrial sites, engage with underrepresented communities, and focus on training dislocated workers. Additionally, projects must take place in designated energy communities impacted by coal mine or power plant closures. The initiative underscores the government’s commitment to enhancing economic, environmental, and energy resilience through strategic investments in clean energy technologies and infrastructure.
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