Solutions for Energy Security A U.S. India Energy Technology Partnership

The U.S. Department of State, through the U.S. Mission to India and specifically the U.S. Consulate General Mumbai, is offering a cooperative agreement opportunity titled Solutions for Energy Security A U.S. India Energy Technology Partnership. This funding opportunity is part of the Public Diplomacy Programs (Assistance Listing 19.040) and is designed to advance U.S. strategic and economic interests abroad by promoting American innovation and collaboration. The initiative reflects broader U.S. foreign policy priorities to strengthen bilateral ties with India, particularly in the energy sector, and to support sustainable and secure energy solutions in the Indo-Pacific region. The primary purpose of this program is to design and implement a high-impact public diplomacy initiative that positions U.S. energy technologies as preferred solutions to India’s energy security challenges. The selected recipient will be responsible for organizing a series of regional conferences, facilitating a virtual mentorship program, and convening a national-level conference. These activities are intended to bring together Indian government officials, private sector stakeholders, academic experts, and media representatives. The program aims to increase awareness of U.S. energy technologies, foster commercial partnerships, and influence policy and business outcomes aligned with U.S. interests. Funding for this opportunity is provided as a cooperative agreement with a total program funding amount of 300000 dollars, and only one award is expected to be made. The award ceiling and floor are both set at 300000 dollars, indicating a single fixed award amount. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement associated with this opportunity. While the specific allowable costs are not detailed in the summary, expenditures are expected to align with programmatic goals such as event coordination, stakeholder engagement, communications, and partnership development, consistent with public diplomacy objectives. Eligibility for this opportunity is broad but clearly defined. Applicants may include U.S. and foreign nonprofit organizations, including think tanks and civil society organizations, as well as public and private educational institutions, public international organizations, and governmental institutions. However, for-profit entities are explicitly excluded from eligibility, even if they fall within otherwise eligible categories. Only one nonprofit, nongovernmental entity may serve as the prime recipient, although subcontracting with other entities is permitted if roles and responsibilities are clearly defined in the proposal. The application process requires submission through official grant channels, though specific submission steps and required components are not detailed in the provided summary. Applicants are expected to present a comprehensive proposal outlining their program design, implementation strategy, and expected outcomes. Evaluation criteria are not explicitly listed but are likely to include the program’s potential impact, alignment with stated objectives, organizational capacity, and ability to engage relevant stakeholders effectively. The opportunity was posted on May 21, 2026, and applications are due by June 20, 2026. There are no pre-application requirements such as letters of intent or concept papers indicated. The timeline suggests a relatively short application window of approximately one month. Contact for the opportunity is provided via email at MumbaiGrants@state.gov for applicants needing assistance accessing the full announcement or with submission questions. No information is provided regarding award notification timing or performance period, and there is no indication that this opportunity is recurring.