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ARPA-E IGNIITE 2026 Funding for Early-Career Energy Technology R&D

This opportunity from the Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy (ARPA-E), under the U.S. Department of Energy, invites early-career innovators to apply for the IGNIITE 2026 program, focused on advancing disruptive energy technologies. - Government Buyer: - Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy (ARPA-E), U.S. Department of Energy - OEMs and Vendors: - ARPA-E is the only entity mentioned; no commercial OEMs or vendors specified - Products/Services Requested: - Transformational research and development (R&D) services in energy technology - Emphasis on exploratory and proof-of-concept projects - No specific products, part numbers, or quantities requested - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Open to U.S.-incorporated for-profit entities, educational institutions, DOE/NNSA FFRDCs/DOE Labs, and nonprofits - Applicants must be early-career researchers - Work must be performed in the United States - Engagement with ARPA-E and stakeholders through events and mentorship is required - Awards up to $500,000 per project, with potential for an additional $250,000 Director's Award for continued work

Description

The IGNIITE 2026 program by the Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy (ARPA-E) aims to support early-career innovators in developing disruptive and unconventional ideas into transformative new energy technologies. The program is broad in technical scope but limited to early-career researchers. Awardees will engage with ARPA-E, investors, and government stakeholders through events and mentorship. The program supports transformational R&D with potential for high impact, including exploratory and proof-of-concept research. Awards may be up to $500,000 with potential additional funding.

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