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DOE University Research and Training Grants for Subsurface Energy Production

This opportunity is issued by the National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL), part of the U.S. Department of Energy, for university research and training grants in subsurface energy production. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) - National Energy Technology Laboratory (NETL) - Hydrocarbons and Geothermal Energy Office (HGEO) - Program Details: - Annual Recurring University Training and Research grants - Focused on subsurface energy production (hydrocarbons and geothermal) - Supports STEM education, institutional research capacity, and underrepresented communities - Funding: - Total available funding: $10,750,000 - Individual awards up to $750,000 - Expected total of 15 awards - No cost sharing required - Eligibility: - U.S. institutions of higher education (public and private) - Restricted to U.S. colleges and universities - Products/Services Requested: - Research and development initiatives (no specific products or OEMs) - Training programs in subsurface energy production - Unique Requirements: - Emphasis on expanding opportunities for structurally marginalized and underrepresented groups - Enhancing institutional research capabilities - Focus on early-stage research and STEM education - Period of Performance: - Each award anticipated to last 36 months (three years) - Multiple submission periods within a three-year program window

Description

This funding opportunity, issued by the National Energy Technology Laboratory, aims to solicit and award research and development grants to educate and train the next generation of engineers and scientists. It supports novel, early-stage research at U.S. colleges and universities, with a focus on increasing opportunities for underrepresented and structurally marginalized communities. The program ensures students gain cutting-edge, translatable skills to contribute to the U.S. workforce and economy over their careers. The total funding available is $10,750,000, with expected awards of up to $750,000 each, and the closing date for applications is October 16, 2026.

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