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Department of Energy (DOE) SBIR/STTR Phase I Release 2 is sponsored by U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). The DOE Phase I Release 2 typically includes topics such as 'Advanced Computing' and 'Earth Systems Modeling.' It supports the development of software and AI tools that enhance climate resilience and manage environmental data.
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Notice of Funding Opportunity: SBIR/STTR FY 2025 Phase I Release 2 | Department of Energy Notice of Funding Opportunity: SBIR/STTR FY 2025 Phase I Release 2 Research Area: Manufacturing and Competitiveness Funding Program: Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer (SBIR/STTR) Funding Number: DE-FOA-0003504 (PDF) The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs encourage U.S. small businesses to engage in high-risk, innovative research and technology development with the potential for future commercialization.
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science administers the programs and awards projects in technology areas across the entire department. This effort is part of the larger SBIR program across the federal government, which is administered by the Small Business Administration. Learn more about these programs’ past awards selected by the Solar Energy Technologies Office (SETO).
SBIR/STTR Phase I awards are up to $200,000 for six months to one year. Details on the topics for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Phase I release of the notice of funding opportunity (NOFO) are below.
Topics open to both SBIR and STTR applications: Power Electronics Technologies Dual-use Photovoltaics (PV) including Agrivoltaics, Building-integrated PV, Floating PV, Photovoltaic-thermal Systems, and Vehicle-integrated PV Technologies Enabling Solar-Powered DC Microgrids Cybersecurity of Solar Energy Systems Distribution Reliability Visibility Concentrating Solar-Thermal Power Technologies for Gen3 CSP, Commercial CSP (Gen2 CSP), or Concentrated Solar Industrial Process Heat (SIPH) Affordability, Reliability, Performance, and Manufacturing of Solar Systems Topic open to only STTR applications: Innovative Software Technologies and Products for Solar Energy Systems Technical and Business Assistance (TABA) We encourage applicants to apply for the Technical and Business Assistance (TABA) program, which provides funding for commercialization activities in addition to the STTR research funding.
Examples of allowable commercialization services include product sales, intellectual property protections, market research, market validation, development of certifications and regulatory plans, and development of manufacturing plans. If you wish to utilize your own TABA provider(s), you are required to include this as one or more subcontracts or consultants in your budget and to provide a detailed budget justification.
Read the NOFO for more information about this program and how to apply for this extra funding. The American-Made Network is a great resource for finding TABA providers and vendors with specific expertise in solar energy.
The Network helps accelerate solar innovations through a diverse and powerful group of entities that includes national laboratories, energy incubators, investors, prototyping and testing facilities, and other industry partners from across the United States who engage, connect, mentor, and amplify the efforts of small businesses.
The Network can help companies solve pressing technology challenges, forge connections, and advance potentially game-changing ideas and innovations. Applicant Education Services Is this your first time considering a SBIR/STTR application, or do you have questions about the process? SETO, through the American-Made Network , is providing free Applicant Education Services.
Participation is not mandatory and will have no impact on the evaluation of your application by DOE. See below for a list of Power Connectors selected to provide application education services: ADL Ventures : Austin Philie ( austin. p@adlventures.
com ) and Nupur Joshi Yet2 : Megan Waldock ( mwaldock@yet2. com ), Andrea Guemez ( aguemez@yet2. com ), and Tom Pavilo University of Arizona Center for Innovation : Amanda Buchanan ( amanda.
buchanan635@gmail. com ) Download the full NOFO (PDF) and email solar. sbir@ee.
doe. gov with any questions. The Office of Science hosted an informational webinar [ recording ; slides ], and a Q&A session [ recording ].
SETO hosted an informational webinar on December 4, 2024. Watch the recording , download the slides , and review the Q&As for more information .
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: U. S. -based for-profit small businesses. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to $250,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
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Research on Circular Economy, Smart Manufacturing, and Energy-Efficient Microelectronics is sponsored by U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Advanced Materials & Manufacturing Technologies Office (AMMTO). This funding opportunity supports innovative technology R&D across the manufacturing sector with a focus on circular economy, smart manufacturing, and energy-efficient microelectronics. While the stated deadline for full applications has passed, AMMTO frequently issues similar solicitations, and this highlights a relevant area of interest for the DOE.
Scientific Discovery through Advanced Computing (SciDAC) Institutes is sponsored by U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science, Advanced Scientific Computing Research (ASCR). This program supports scientific discovery through advanced computing. While the specific call details for new applications are not explicitly stated as open with a deadline, the program is ongoing and represents a significant funding opportunity for scientific computing research.
Small Business Innovation Research Program (SBIR) Phase II is sponsored by Administration for Community Living. Small Business Innovation Research Program (SBIR) Phase II is a forecasted funding opportunity on Grants.gov from Administration for Community Living. Fiscal Year: 2026. Assistance Listing Number(s): 93.433. <p>The purpose of the Federal SBIR program is to stimulate technological innovation in the private sector, strengthen the role of small business in meeting Federal research or research and development (R/R&D) needs, and improve the return on investment from Federally-funded research for economic and social benefits to the nation. The specific purpose of NIDILRR's SBIR program is to improve the lives of people with disabilities through R/R&D products generated by small businesses, and to ...
The J.M.K. Innovation Prize is a grant from The J.M. Kaplan Fund recognizing early-stage social entrepreneurs working on environmental, heritage, and social justice challenges. The prize rewards individuals and organizations demonstrating innovative, entrepreneurial approaches to enduring problems. Applications for the 2025 prize were accepted February 11 through April 25, 2025 via an online portal. Spanish-language applications are welcomed, and a Spanish application form is available for download. The prize is biennial and open to a broad range of applicants across the United States working on forward-thinking solutions at the intersection of environment, community, and cultural heritage.