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Request for Information - Gauging Investor Interest in the Development and Commercialization of Subsurface Energy Technologies
Contact for amount
U.S. Department of Energy (National Energy Technology Laboratory)
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 5, 2026

Date Added

Sep 4, 2026

This request seeks input from investors and technology providers on subsurface energy technologies to inform government strategies and foster public-private partnerships in the development and commercialization of innovative energy solutions.

Energy
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Middle East Regional Cooperation (MERC)
$2,000,000
U.S. Department of State (Assistance Coordination)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Jul 7, 2026

This grant provides funding for collaborative scientific research and technology development projects between Israel and eligible countries in the Middle East and North Africa, focusing on practical applications in critical areas like energy, water, agriculture, and health.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
FY 2026 Continuation of Solicitation for the Office of Science Financial Assistance Program
$5,000,000
U.S. Department of Energy (Office of Science)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 30, 2026

Date Added

Oct 1, 2025

This funding opportunity supports a wide range of fundamental scientific research projects across various disciplines, including energy, environment, and national security, aimed at advancing knowledge and innovation in the United States.

Science and Technology
Individuals
New Mexico's Research, Development and Deployment Fund
Contact for amount
New Mexico Economic Development Department (EDD)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Sep 2, 2026

This grant provides financial support to New Mexico businesses, public entities, and research institutions to develop and commercialize innovative technologies that drive economic growth and job creation in the state.

Science and Technology
For profit organizations other than small businesses
NOI: PROSPECT Program: Providing Opportunities for Specialized Education in Critical Technologies
$100,000,000
U.S. Department of Energy (Golden Field Office)
Federal

Application Deadline

Jan 15, 2027

Date Added

Aug 10, 2026

This grant provides funding to strengthen educational programs and workforce development in critical minerals and materials, supporting collaboration among academia, industry, and national laboratories to enhance the U.S. supply chain.

Energy
State governments
Fiscal Year 2026 Competitive Funding Opportunity: Buses and Bus Facilities Program
$610,000,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT - Federal Transit Administration)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 21, 2026

Date Added

Jul 28, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to public transit agencies, local governments, and tribes for purchasing and improving buses and related facilities, with a focus on enhancing safety and promoting low- and zero-emission transportation options.

Transportation
State governments
Leading by Example Clean Energy Grants for State Entities - Feasibility Studies
$150,000
Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources
State

Application Deadline

Jun 30, 2027

Date Added

Aug 4, 2026

This funding opportunity provides Massachusetts state entities with financial support to conduct feasibility studies for clean energy and decarbonization projects aimed at reducing fossil fuel use and preparing buildings for low-carbon technologies.

Energy
State governments
City of Sterling Heights Community Development Block Grant Program
Contact for amount
City of Sterling Heights
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Oct 28, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to public service agencies and organizations for projects that benefit low- and moderate-income residents in Sterling Heights.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Energy Matching Funds Program
$155,000,000
Wyoming Energy Authority
State

Application Deadline

Nov 3, 2026

Date Added

Aug 12, 2026

Energy Matching Funds supports Wyoming-based research, pilot, demonstration, and commercial deployment projects that address state energy needs and can provide matching funds.

Energy
Individuals
Advanced Research Announcement (ARA) FA9300-25-S-6001
$500,000,000
U.S. Department of Defense (Air Force Research Laboratory, Aerospace Systems Directorate)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 25, 2035

Date Added

Oct 6, 2025

This grant invites U.S. organizations, particularly small businesses, to propose innovative research and technology demonstrations that enhance rocket propulsion, missile systems, and digital engineering for national defense.

Science and Technology
For profit organizations other than small businesses
Alternative Fuels Incentive Grants
$300,000
Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection
State

Application Deadline

Oct 7, 2026

Date Added

Jun 24, 2024

This program provides funding to various organizations in Pennsylvania for projects that promote the use of clean alternative fuels in transportation, including vehicle purchases, infrastructure development, and innovative technologies.

Transportation
Independent school districts
Driving a Cleaner Illinois VW Electric Trucks Program
$1,000,000
Illinois Environmental Protection Agency
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Dec 4, 2024

This program provides funding to businesses and government entities in Illinois to replace older diesel freight trucks with new all-electric models, aiming to reduce air pollution in designated priority areas.

Environment
State governments
Community Resilience Centers Round 2 IMPLEMENTATION Grant (FY 26-27)
$10,000,000
California Strategic Growth Council
State

Application Deadline

Sep 25, 2026

Date Added

Jul 3, 2026

This grant provides funding to California-based organizations for building and enhancing community resilience centers that serve as emergency response hubs and ongoing community resources, particularly in underserved areas.

Infrastructure
Nonprofits
Volkswagen Environmental Mitigation Trust Grant Program
$5,909,575
Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 6, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support to government entities, municipalities, and private businesses in Vermont for projects that replace or upgrade diesel vehicles and equipment with electric alternatives to reduce harmful emissions and promote cleaner transportation technologies.

Environment
City or township governments
WorkClean Diesel Modernization Grant Program
Contact for amount
New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jul 28, 2026

This program provides funding to various organizations, including businesses and government entities, to replace older diesel engines with cleaner alternatives, improving air quality and public health in New Jersey.

Environment
Nonprofits
Advancing Oil and Natural Gas Production and Delivery
$28,000,000
U.S. Department of Energy (National Energy Technology Laboratory)
Federal

Application Deadline

Sep 22, 2026

Date Added

Jul 24, 2026

This funding opportunity provides financial support for a wide range of organizations to develop innovative technologies that improve the efficiency and resilience of the U.S. oil and natural gas supply chain.

Energy
Nonprofits
Notice of Intent (NOI) DE-FOA-0003607, is to Issue Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) No. DE-FOA-0003606, titled, "Improving Efficiency, Reliability, and Flexibility of Coal-Based Power Plants"
$50,000,000
U.S. Department of Energy (National Energy Technology Laboratory)
Federal

Application Deadline

Oct 31, 2025

Date Added

Oct 7, 2025

This funding opportunity is designed to support research and projects that improve the efficiency and environmental performance of existing coal power plants in the U.S., targeting energy companies and technology developers focused on enhancing grid reliability and reducing emissions.

Energy
State governments
Microgrids for Community Resilience Program
$2,500,000
Colorado Department of Local Affairs (DOLA)
State

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Jun 12, 2025

This program provides financial support to rural and high-risk communities in Colorado for developing microgrids that enhance resilience against electric grid disruptions, prioritizing projects that serve essential community institutions and utilize non-fossil fuel energy sources.

Energy
City or township governments
Rural Surface Transportation Grant (Rural)
$780,000,000
U.S. Department of Transportation
Federal

Application Deadline

May 6, 2024

Date Added

Apr 2, 2024

The Rural program is dedicated to enhancing surface transportation infrastructure within rural communities, with $780 million allocated for this purpose. It supports highway, bridge, and tunnel projects that improve freight, safety, and access to agricultural, commercial, energy, or transportation facilities critical to a rural area's economy. This program recognizes the unique challenges faced by smaller communities in accessing funding and aims to support projects that address these needs directly. The submission deadline is May 6, 2024.

Transportation
State governments
OIA Technical Assistance Program (TAP) 2025- reposting July 2, 2025
$400,000
U.S. Department of the Interior (Department of the Interior)
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 15, 2025

Date Added

Jul 3, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support for short-term projects that enhance local governance, infrastructure, education, and public safety in U.S. territories and freely associated states.

Capacity Building
City or township governments