Other Solicitations
The following are links to information on solicitations offered by the Department of Energy (DOE) and other Federal programs that may be investing in biomass and related renewable technologies.
Biomass Research and Development Initiative (BRDI)
The Biomass Research and Development Initiative (BRDI) is a multi-agency effort to coordinate and accelerate all Federal biobased products and bioenergy research and development. BRDI issues annual joint solicitations funded by the U.S. Departments of Energy and Agriculture.
National Laboratory Solicitations for EERE
National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL)
Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL)
EERE Program Solicitations
EERE's Financial Opportunities web page provides links to useful resources about financing and incentives for energy efficiency and renewable energy projects for the home, business, industry, utilities, and government. In addition, solicitation information may be accessed directly from certain EERE programs, as well as EERE partnership programs. Sources of this funding information are provided below.
Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP)
FEMP reduces the cost of Government by promoting energy efficiency, water conservation, and the use of solar and other renewable energy for federal buildings and operations. FEMP solicitations may be directed toward energy management firms or may provide funding for other federal agencies. Solicitations are posted on the What's New in FEMP page.
Inventions and Innovation Program offers grants for the investigation of innovative ideas and inventions with commercial market potential that could save a significant amount of energy. It provides two levels of financial assistance—up to $40,000, or up to $200,000, depending on the stage of development—for establishing technical performance and conducting early development of innovative ideas and inventions.
Hydrogen, Fuel Cells & Infrastructure Technologies Program selects research and development (R&D) and other projects through open and competitive procurements.
Links to Other Sources of Funds
State and Regional Resources
Weatherization and Intergovernmental Program
Office of Science