Fiscal Year 2025 Vehicle Technology Office Program Wide

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is issuing a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Fiscal Year 2025 to support research and development activities aimed at improving battery technology, smart charging infrastructure, and sustainability within the transportation sector. With a total funding availability of approximately $88 million, this initiative will address various topic areas, including enhanced lithium-ion cell safety, low-cost lithium production, and workforce development for electric vehicles. Eligible applicants, primarily domestic entities such as educational institutions, for-profits, non-profits, and government entities, are invited to submit concept papers by April 1, 2025, and full applications by June 18, 2025. The program seeks to enhance economic competitiveness, environmental benefits, and safety in transportation technologies through innovative solutions. Key performance goals include extending battery reliability and efficiency, and reducing production costs. Applicants are encouraged to involve historically underserved communities in their projects. The NOFO emphasizes collaboration and the integration of diverse partners to foster advancements in clean energy technologies.