De-risking Innovative Grid Technologies to Facilitate Adoption of Solutions that Promote Reliability, Resilience, Security, and Affordability
ID: 358108Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Energy Technology Laboratory (DOE-NETL)

Award Range

$1 - $2

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Energy

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/358108

Additional Information

https://www.fedconnect.net
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    Description

    The National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) titled "De-risking Innovative Grid Technologies to Facilitate Adoption of Solutions that Promote Reliability, Resilience, Security, and Affordability." This initiative aims to gather insights from stakeholders, including utilities, technology developers, and research organizations, to inform the planning of the Applied Grid Transformation Solutions (AGTS) program, which focuses on enhancing the U.S. electricity delivery infrastructure amidst evolving challenges such as cyber threats and climate change. The RFI emphasizes the need for thorough assessment and validation of innovative grid technologies to foster confidence in their adoption and facilitate grid modernization. Responses to the RFI must be submitted electronically by February 28, 2025, to DOE-OE-AGT@hq.doe.gov, with no funding applications being accepted at this time. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Todd C. Zandier II at 412-386-9204 or via email at Todd.Zandier@netl.doe.gov.

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    Todd.Zandier@netl.doe.gov
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    The U.S. Department of Energy's National Energy Technology Laboratory has released a Request for Information (RFI) under DE-FOA-0003549 aimed at gathering insights to support its Applied Grid Transformation Solutions (AGTS) program, launched in 2023. This program focuses on advancing the adoption of innovative grid technologies to enhance the reliability, resilience, security, and affordability of the nation's electricity delivery amidst evolving challenges. The AGTS initiative seeks to de-risk these technologies through enhanced testing, pilot demonstrations, and the development of decision-making resources. Importantly, this RFI is just a solicitation for input and does not represent a funding opportunity, with no applications being accepted at this time. Interested parties can submit responses electronically by February 18, 2025, with specific formatting requirements outlined for submissions. Respondents are asked to include their organizational details and categorize their entity type. Overall, the RFI underscores a commitment to modernizing the U.S. electric grid while addressing its complexities and emerging threats.
    FundOpp_DE-FOA-0003549.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has released a Request for Information (RFI) regarding the De-risking of Innovative Grid Technologies aimed at enhancing the reliability, resilience, security, and affordability of the nation's electricity infrastructure. This initiative, part of the Applied Grid Transformation Solutions (AGTS) program, seeks feedback from various stakeholders, including utilities, technology developers, and research organizations, about the necessary information and testing requirements to validate and de-risk promising grid technologies. The need for thorough assessment under extreme conditions and integration within a complex legacy system is emphasized to address challenges posed by emerging threats such as cyberattacks and climate change. The RFI includes questions about the current barriers to technology adoption, advancements needed in test bed capabilities, and specific requirements for evaluating innovative solutions. The ultimate goal is to foster confidence in adopting advanced grid technologies and facilitate grid modernization. Responses to the RFI will assist in shaping future program strategies, although it does not constitute a formal solicitation for funding or proposals.
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