Request for Information (RFI) on Enabling and Transformative Technologies for Superhot Geothermal Power
ID: 356211Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Advanced Research Projects Agency Energy (DOE-ARPAE)

Award Range

$0 - $0

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

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/356211

Additional Information

https://arpa-e-foa.energy.gov
Timeline
    Description

    The Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy (ARPA-E) of the U.S. Department of Energy is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) focused on enabling and transformative technologies for superhot geothermal power. This RFI aims to gather insights from a diverse range of experts on innovative methods to develop superhot geothermal systems, defined as those exceeding 375°C and 22 MPa, to enhance the construction of high-temperature geothermal wells. The initiative seeks to advance geothermal energy's contribution to U.S. electricity production, particularly through enhanced geothermal systems (EGS), with the goal of making geothermal energy more viable and cost-competitive by 2050. Interested parties are invited to submit their responses in PDF format by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on September 30, 2024, to ARPA-E-RFI@hq.doe.gov, and further details can be found at https://arpa-e-foa.energy.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    ARPA-E-CO@hq.doe.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    RFI_DE-FOA-0003448_Superhot.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Energy's Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy (ARPA-E) issued a Request for Information (RFI) regarding novel methods to exploit superhot geothermal power, defined as geothermal systems exceeding 375°C and 22 MPa. The RFI seeks input from a diverse range of experts to help develop technologies that facilitate the construction of high-temperature geothermal wells. ARPA-E emphasizes this is for program planning purposes only and not a funding opportunity. Geothermal energy's current contribution to U.S. electricity production is minimal, with potential expansion achievable through enhanced geothermal systems (EGS). The RFI outlines several key areas for technological advancement, including drilling methodologies, well construction materials, and reservoir characterization tools. It also invites suggestions on innovative materials suitable for extreme conditions, operational challenges, and alternative power generation techniques. Respondents are encouraged to share insights that may drive technology development in superhot geothermal systems, aiming to increase geothermal energy's viability across wider terrains by 2050, with the goal of producing energy at competitive costs. Submissions should be limited to 10 pages, emphasizing clarity and the introduction of transformative ideas in geothermal technology.
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