Carbon Management
ID: 340072Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Energy Technology Laboratory (DOE-NETL)

Award Range

$1 - $5M

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Science and Technology and other Research and Development

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Additional Information

https://www.fedconnect.net
Timeline
    Description

    The National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) is offering a funding opportunity for research and development projects focused on carbon management, specifically through its Carbon Management Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) Number: DE-FOA-0002614. This initiative aims to enhance carbon management technologies by supporting innovative carbon capture solutions, engineering-scale testing for natural gas plants, and improvements to carbon transport infrastructure, with a total estimated funding of $78.4 million available over four years. Eligible applicants include individuals, domestic and foreign entities, and federally funded research and development centers, with a minimum cost-sharing contribution of 20% required. Interested parties should submit their applications by October 14, 2024, and can reach out to Jennifer R. Burbage at 412-386-9272 or via email at Jennifer.Burbage@netl.doe.gov for further information.

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    The Department of Energy's Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management is reopening its Carbon Management Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) Number: DE-FOA-0002614, aimed at enhancing carbon management technology through extensive research and development funding of up to $78.4 million over four years. The FOA focuses on several areas of interest, including innovative carbon capture technologies, engineering-scale testing for natural gas plants, and enhancing carbon transport infrastructure. Eligible applicants include individuals, domestic and foreign entities, and federally funded research and development centers. Key submissions will be evaluated based on technical merit, cost-sharing contributions (minimum 20%), and alignment with programmatic objectives under the goals of Executive Order 14008 to combat climate change. Applications must be received by October 14, 2024, with notifications regarding selections expected in early February 2025. This initiative reflects a strategic approach to developing clean energy technologies, emphasizing equity, accessibility, and aligned partnerships across diverse sectors.
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