Progression of Net-Zero Emission Propulsion Technologies for the Off-Road Sector
ID: 354057Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Golden Field Office (DOE-GFO)

Award Range

$1 - $2

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Energy

Funding Instrument

Other

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    The U.S. Department of Energy's Golden Field Office is seeking insights through a Request for Information (RFI) on net-zero emission propulsion technologies for the off-road sector. The objective is to gather stakeholder knowledge regarding the current state of off-road vehicle fleets, promising powertrain technologies for decarbonization, and the barriers to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. This initiative is part of a broader federal effort to decarbonize the transportation sector, which includes diverse off-road vehicles used in construction, agriculture, and recreation. Responses to the RFI must be submitted electronically by 5:00 PM ET on June 7, 2024, with no financial support currently associated with this request. Interested parties can contact CleanMachines@ee.doe.gov for further information.

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    Posted
    The U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) issued a Request for Information (RFI) to gather insights on net-zero emission propulsion technologies specifically for the off-road sector. This initiative stems from a 2022 memorandum signed by multiple federal departments aimed at achieving net-zero carbon emissions in transportation by 2050. The RFI seeks to aggregate stakeholder knowledge on current off-road vehicle fleets, promising powertrain technologies for decarbonization, and barriers to implementation. Key discussion points include the evaluation of various propulsion technologies such as biodiesel, renewable fuels, battery electric systems, hydrogen fuel cells, and their readiness for deployment. Stakeholders are asked to provide data regarding the size and energy consumption of their equipment, GHG emissions, planned decarbonization strategies, and the expected adoption timelines of new technologies. Responses will inform future actions and potential funding opportunities, although there is no financial support currently associated with this RFI. This document emphasizes collaboration amongst the public and private sectors to facilitate timely decarbonization of off-road equipment and infrastructure, aligning with federal climate goals and adoption of alternative fuels.
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