Notice of Intent to Issue Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) number DE-FOA-0003343 entitled Undocumented Orphaned Well Research and Development
ID: 355391Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

National Energy Technology Laboratory (DOE-NETL)

Award Range

$1 - $2

Eligible Applicants

Unrestricted

Funding Category

Energy

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/355391

Additional Information

https://www.fedconnect.net
Timeline
    Description

    The National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) is issuing a Notice of Intent to release a Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) number DE-FOA-0003343 focused on Undocumented Orphaned Well Research and Development. The objective of this FOA is to competitively solicit cost-shared research and development proposals aimed at enhancing technologies for the characterization and remediation of undocumented orphaned wells (UOWs), specifically targeting advanced sensors for methane emissions and efficient methods for well plugging and abandonment. This initiative aligns with the Administration's decarbonization goals and emphasizes the importance of minimizing environmental impacts associated with UOWs. Interested applicants should note that no applications are currently being accepted, and they are encouraged to register with Grants.gov and FedConnect for updates, with the anticipated FOA release expected in 2024. For further inquiries, contact Bethany Swauger at 412-386-4737 or via email at bethany.swauger@netl.doe.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    bethany.swauger@netl.doe.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    FundOpp_DE-FOA-0003377.pdf
    The Department of Energy (DOE) is issuing a Notice of Intent (NOI) regarding a potential Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) aimed at addressing the characterization and remediation of undocumented orphaned wells (UOWs). The anticipated FOA, tentatively slated for 2024, will solicit cost-shared research and development proposals focused on three main areas: advanced remediation techniques, UOW wellbore characterization technologies, and long-term monitoring for methane emissions. The goal is to enhance technologies that allow for effective characterization and remediation, minimizing environmental impact and aligning with the Administration's decarbonization goals. The NOI emphasizes that no applications are currently being accepted and that details regarding submission processes will be found in the FOA if it is released. Interested entities are encouraged to register with Grants.gov and FedConnect to stay informed. Additionally, applicants must complete registration processes, including obtaining a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and registering with the System for Award Management (SAM), to ensure eligibility to apply should the FOA be issued. The NOI serves as a preliminary notice, with further details subject to change.
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