Notice of Intent (NOI) for Funding Opportunity Announcement DE-FOA0003334 titled “Offshore Wind National and Regional Research and Development.”
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Overview

Buyer

Golden Field Office (DOE-GFO)

Award Range

$1 - $1

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Energy

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Additional Information

https://eere-exchange.energy.gov/
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Energy's Golden Field Office has announced a Notice of Intent (NOI) for a forthcoming Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) titled “Offshore Wind National and Regional Research and Development.” This initiative aims to support research and development efforts in offshore wind energy technologies, with the intention of fostering innovation and enhancing the effectiveness of offshore wind projects across the nation. The FOA is part of the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy's broader strategy to advance renewable energy solutions, and while the estimated total program funding is not specified, the award ceiling and floor are both set at $1. Interested applicants can find more information and updates on the EERE Exchange website, and they are encouraged to direct any inquiries to the EERE Exchange Helpdesk at eere-exchangesupport@hq.doe.gov. The application deadline is September 19, 2024.

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