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Large-Scale Non-Drop-In Alternative Fuel-Based Resources and Infrastructure (PON 6161) is sponsored by New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). Supports the development of resources and infrastructure for low-carbon fuels, such as clean hydrogen or ammonia, to reduce emissions in hard-to-electrify sectors like heavy-duty transportation and industry, or provide zero-emission backup power.
Funding is available for product development or pilot and demonstration projects.
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Large Scale Non-drop-in Alternative Fuels Based Resources and Infrastructure (PON 6161) Your browser does not support iFrames Large Scale Non-drop-in Alternative Fuels Based Resources and Infrastructure (PON 6161) Due Date: 09/28/2026 (Round 1) Up to $8 million in funding under Program Opportunity Notice (PON) 6161 is available to support the development and demonstration of large-scale alternative fuel-based resources and enabling infrastructure.
This support aims to address key barriers to deployment, including cost, system integration, scalability, and infrastructure constraints, to enable broader adoption of non-drop-in fuels in industrial and grid-support applications across New York State.
This competitive solicitation, offered through NYSERDA’s Advanced Fuels Program, seeks qualified proposals from project teams with demonstrated expertise in technology development, system integration, and project execution. For demonstration projects, teams are expected to include a technology developer, an engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) firm or equivalent system integrator, and a host site located in New York State.
Additional partners supporting fuel supply, infrastructure, or system integration are encouraged where applicable.
Eligible projects must present clearly defined and innovative solutions aligned with one of two Technical Areas: (1) large-scale alternative fuel-based resources, including non-combustion power systems capable of multi-megawatt output and long-duration operation, or (2) alternative fuel infrastructure, including production, storage, distribution, and integrated systems.
Projects must demonstrate technical feasibility, scalability, and a clear pathway to deployment within New York State. Selected projects will be expected to complete comprehensive technical, economic, and operational analyses, including technoeconomic analysis (TEA), system design and integration, performance validation, and evaluation of emissions reductions relative to conventional systems.
Demonstration projects must validate system performance under real-world operating conditions. NYSERDA will host an informational webinar to provide additional details on the solicitation, project requirements, and application process. Proposals are due by September 28, 2026 at 3:00 p.
m. ET. Proposals must include a complete Statement of Work clearly addressing all solicitation requirements outlined in PON 6161.
Proposals will be evaluated based on technical merit, cost-effectiveness, scalability, market potential, and overall project viability. NYSERDA reserves the right to award all, some, or none of the available funds and to extend or increase funding if additional resources become available.
Application Instructions and Portal Training Guide [PDF] Attachment A – Proposal Narrative Template Attachment B – Statement of Work Template (Workbook) Attachment C – TRL Definition and Requirements Attachment D – Letter of Support from Municipalities (for Category B) Attachment E – Executive Summary Slide Template Attachment F – Metrics Form Attachment G – Sample Agreement (for reference only; does not need to be filled) Executive Order 16 and Explanation BEFORE YOU BID: NYSERDA requires contractors producing content intended to be published to the World Wide Web to adhere to NYSERDA's Accessibility Policy.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Individuals or teams of developers, firms, manufacturers, and researchers. Projects must demonstrate compliance with applicable safety, regulatory, and industry standards and have a minimum of 50% cost-share from non-NYSERDA funding sources. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The published deadline was September 28, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Large-Scale Non-Drop-In Alternative Fuel-Based Resources and Infrastructure (PON 6161) is funded by New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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