The Department of Energy is offering this grant to foster technical research aimed at extending the service life of photovoltaic (PV) systems to 50 years. This initiative seeks innovative solutions to enhance the durability and reliability of solar energy infrastructure, significantly beyond current operational lifespans. This grant is for the purpose of funding cutting-edge research and development that addresses critical challenges in PV system longevity, including material degradation, component reliability, performance modeling, and advanced manufacturing processes. The ultimate goal is to reduce the levelized cost of electricity (LCOE) from solar, accelerate widespread adoption of sustainable energy, and ensure the long-term viability and efficiency of solar power generation. Research proposals should focus on pathways to achieve unprecedented system durability and performance.
Opportunity ID: 335519
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | DE-FOA-0002576 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Technical Research Opportunities for 50-Year Photovoltaic System Service Life |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Other |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Energy |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 0 |
| Assistance Listings: | 81.087 — Renewable Energy Research and Development |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | No |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Sep 01, 2021 |
| Last Updated Date: | Sep 01, 2021 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 30, 2021 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 30, 2021 |
| Archive Date: | Oct 30, 2021 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $0 |
| Award Ceiling: | $0 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | Golden Field Office |
| Description: | Technical Research Opportunities for 50-Year Photovoltaic System Service Life |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Elizabeth A. Parrish 240-562-1524
elizabeth.parrish@ee.doe.gov Email:elizabeth.parrish@ee.doe.gov |
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