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SBIR/STTR Phase I Release II Funding Opportunity is sponsored by U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE), Water Power Technologies Office (WPTO). This funding opportunity from the DOE seeks SBIR and STTR applications related to both hydropower and marine energy technologies in various subtopics.
It includes topics such as Co-Development of Marine Energy Technologies, Community-Centric Hydropower Technologies Development and Partnerships (fast track), Coastal Structure Integrated Wave Energy Converters (CSI-WEC) (fast track), Development of Marine Energy Components/Subsystems, and Development of Marine Energy Systems in Open-Water Conditions (WEC/TEC Testing) (fast track).
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Small businesses in the U.S. that meet SBIR/STTR eligibility criteria. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $200,000 (Phase I); Up to $1 million (Phase II). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
SBIR/STTR Phase I Release II Funding Opportunity is funded by U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE), Water Power Technologies Office (WPTO). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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