OPPORTUNITY:
The research and development (R&D) activities to be funded under this FOA will support the government-wide approach to the climate crisis by driving the innovation that can lead to the deployment of clean energy technologies, which are critical for climate protection.
DESCRIPTION:
This FOA will aid communities with resource and energy recovery strategies associated with their organic waste streams. Organic waste streams represent major sources of fugitive methane emissions, volatile organic compounds, and other pollutants. By developing strategies that can prevent the landfilling of these wastes, one of the major sources of fugitive methane can be mitigated. Holistic waste management strategies can also benefit communities by reducing other impacts associated with waste collection and processing infrastructure including reducing truck traffic, odors, litter, and other air, water, and health impacts.
Topic Area 1 is focused specifically on helping communities beyond a conceptualization phase by supporting more in-depth feasibility or scoping analysis. Oftentimes, staff and organizational capacity in communities (particularly in rural, remote, Tribal, or smaller communities) is limited. While technical assistance programs can accomplish some of these objectives, direct financial assistance can close this capacity gap.
Topic Area 2 is targeted towards communities that have previously completed feasibility analysis and are seeking funding to further refine their project concept. Municipal and non-profit staff capacity and availability of funding often makes detailed design work out of reach for many communities and this topic aims to close that gap. Projects selected under Topic Area 2 will have an opportunity to construct and operate their designed pilot facility based on the down-select process described in the FOA.
ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS:
- Domestic Entities
- Foreign Entities
COST SHARING/MATCHING FUNDS (Partner Contribution):
- Topic Area 1: All phases 20%
- Topic Area 2: Phase 1 20%
- Topic Area 2: Phase 2 50%
FUNDING AVAILABLE AND PRE- APPLICATION WINDOW:
- FUNDING AVAILABILITY: $17.5 million
- APPLICATION DEADLINE: Submission Deadline for Concept Papers: 06/19/2024; Submission Deadline for Full Applications: 08/14/2024.
