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Shell GameChanger Accelerator™ Powered by NREL is sponsored by Shell GameChanger, National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). The Shell GameChanger Accelerator™ Powered by NREL (GCxN) seeks to identify and advance the next generation of transformative energy technologies.
It partners early-stage companies with resources, expertise, and facilities from NREL and Shell's incubator program to reduce technology development risk and accelerate tech to market. The program focuses on rotating themes such as future feedstocks and electrochemical pathways to fuels, which could include lignin valorization for biofuels and bioproducts.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Potential applicants are referred to the GCxN team through their Channel Partners (nationwide incubators, accelerators, and universities). The program seeks companies with novel early-stage technology ideas (TRL levels II through V), a provable concept, and demonstration-ready value. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $250,000 in non-dilutive funding. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Shell GameChanger Accelerator™ Powered by NREL is funded by Shell GameChanger, National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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