Request for Information on Request for Information on Carbon Transport Research, Development and Demonstration Consortium
ID: 356465Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Energy Technology Laboratory (DOE-NETL)

Award Range

$1 - $2

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/356465
Timeline
    Description

    The National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) is seeking public input through a Request for Information (RFI) regarding the establishment of a Carbon Transport Research, Development, and Demonstration (RD&D) Consortium. This initiative aims to gather insights on carbon transport methods, including pipeline, rail, truck, ship, and barge transportation, and to facilitate collaboration among stakeholders while creating an open-access information platform. The RFI is not a solicitation for financial assistance, and the Department of Energy may consider the feedback received to potentially issue a Funding Opportunity Announcement in the future. Interested parties must submit their responses electronically by 5:00 PM ET on October 9, 2024, to RequestforInformationFOA3330@netl.doe.gov.

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