ROUND 2 | Community Energy Innovation Prize
Posted by admin on Jan. 16, 2025 / Clean Cities and Communities / Subscribe 0
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced the second round of the Community Energy Innovation Prize, a multi-million-dollar competition supporting grassroots innovation, entrepreneurship, capacity building, and economic development in communities historically underrepresented in clean energy development.
Through the three phases of the prize, teams have the chance to win part of the $8.42 million prize pool to fund their ongoing activities that address local challenges in clean energy, energy efficiency, manufacturing, materials, and transportation. Successful competitors will demonstrate a strong track record of building trust and strengthening relationships and partnerships within their communities.
PRIZE DETAILS
The Community Energy Innovation Prize is made up of three tracks, each with distinct focus areas, over three phases:
- Clean Energy Ecosystem Track
- Manufacturing Ecosystem Track
- Vehicles Ecosystem Track
Any eligible team may compete in the first phase, CONCEPT, where applicants form their coalitions and develop project ideas.
KEY DATES
- The deadline to apply for the CONCEPT phase in all three tracks is June 20, 2025.
- There will be an informational webinar for prospective applicants in the near future.
Join the Challenge HERE!
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