The Department of Energy expects to issue 33 awards worth potentially $67M combined to helpĀ companies integrate energy efficiency systems into the manufacturing process.
DOE said WednesdayĀ it seeks potential industry partnersĀ to implement energy-saving approaches in domestic productionĀ and shoulderĀ at least 20 percentĀ of new research-and-development funds.
The funding opportunity announcement will focusĀ on three main areas such as the integration of direct air capture systems in industrial facilities. Other areas involve the development of processes to improve energy utilization in the chemical and steel manufacturing sectors.
Interested parties have until June 25 to submit concept papers.