1. Up to $1.1 million from DOE SBIR/STTR
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) will release the second round of topics for the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs on November 12, 2024.
These programs offer funding opportunities for small businesses to engage in research and development on advanced energy-related technologies. Eligible small businesses can apply for Phase I grants, which provide up to $200,000 to support initial R&D efforts over approximately 6-12 months. Successful Phase I projects may then qualify for Phase II grants, offering up to $1.1 million to continue development over a two-year period.
This funding aims to empower small businesses to advance energy innovation, enhancing both technological progress and economic growth in the U.S.
Stay tuned for more details on this transformative funding opportunity here.
2. $10 Million with NOAA’s SBIR Program
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has announced the FY25 solicitation for Phase I proposals. NOAA is seeking innovative solutions to advance its mission to understand and predict changes in the environment and manage our ocean and coastal resources.
NOAA’s SBIR Phase I Solicitations:
- 9.1 Extreme Events and Cascading Hazards
- 9.2 Coastal Resilience
- 9.3 The Changing Ocean
- 9.4 Water Availability, Quality, and Risk
- 9.5 Effects of Space Weather
- 9.6 Monitoring and Modeling for Climate Change Mitigation
How Much Funding Is Available for Phase I?
- Phase I: Awards up to $190,000 for 6 months to assess the feasibility and technical merit of your innovation..
Who Is Eligible?
To be eligible for NOAA SBIR funding, companies must be small, U.S.-based, for-profit businesses.
Learn more about NOAA’s SBIR Phase I Funding Opportunity FY25 here.
Featured Winner
Tetramer Technologies, LLC wins $256K from DOE SBIR
Tetramer Technologies, LLC, based in Pendleton, South Carolina, is a leading innovator in advanced materials development. The company specializes in creating novel materials for applications in optics, electronics, and energy sectors. In June 2024, Tetramer was honored with the U.S. Department of Energy’s 2023 SBIR/STTR Small Business of the Year Award, recognizing their significant contributions to environmentally sustainable technologies and successful commercialization efforts.
This accolade underscores Tetramer’s commitment to advancing cutting-edge solutions that address critical energy challenges.
Read more here.