Improving Efficiency, Reliability, and Flexibility of Coal-Based Power Plants
ID: 360814Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Energy Technology Laboratory (DOE-NETL)

Award Range

$1 - $48M

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/360814

Additional Information

https://netl-exchange.energy.gov/
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    Description

    The National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) is inviting applications for a federal grant titled "Improving Efficiency, Reliability, and Flexibility of Coal-Based Power Plants." This opportunity aims to fund projects that design, implement, test, and validate innovative refurbishment and retrofit strategies for existing coal power plants, thereby enhancing their operational stability and supporting national energy security. The initiative is crucial for advancing technologies that improve the efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and environmental performance of coal and natural gas systems. Interested applicants should note that the estimated total program funding is $100 million, with individual awards ranging from $1 to $48 million, and the application deadline is January 7, 2026. For further inquiries, applicants can contact Justin Duncan at DE-FOA-0003606@netl.doe.gov.

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