Notice of Intent for Fiscal Year 2024 Vehicle Technologies Office Batteries & Electrification Funding Opportunity Announcement

Overview

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is pleased to announce its intent to issue a Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) for the Vehicle Technologies Office (VTO) Batteries & Electrification program in Fiscal Year 2024. The goal of this FOA is to support the development and deployment of advanced battery technologies and electrification solutions that can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve energy efficiency in the transportation sector.

Program Priorities

The VTO Batteries & Electrification program will focus on the following priorities:

### 1. Advanced Battery Technologies

* Development of new battery chemistries and materials that can improve energy density, power density, and lifespan
* Improvement of battery manufacturing processes and cost reduction
* Development of battery management systems and thermal management systems

### 2. Electrification of Light-Duty Vehicles

* Development of electrification solutions for light-duty vehicles, including electric powertrains, charging systems, and vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology
* Improvement of vehicle range, efficiency, and charging speed
* Development of electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure and standards

### 3. Electrification of Heavy-Duty Vehicles

* Development of electrification solutions for heavy-duty vehicles, including electric powertrains, charging systems, and V2G technology
* Improvement of vehicle range, efficiency, and charging speed
* Development of EV charging infrastructure and standards for heavy-duty vehicles

Eligibility and Application Requirements

The FOA will be open to eligible applicants, including:

* For-profit companies
* Non-profit organizations
* Academic institutions
* Government agencies
* Research institutions

Applicants must submit a proposal that includes:

* A clear description of the project and its goals
* A detailed project plan and timeline
* A budget and budget justification
* A description of the expected outcomes and impact of the project

Application and Award Process

The application process will be conducted in two phases:

### Phase 1: Concept Paper Submission

* Eligible applicants will submit a concept paper that outlines their proposed project
* Concept papers will be reviewed and evaluated based on their scientific and technical merit, as well as their potential impact and feasibility

### Phase 2: Full Proposal Submission

* Applicants who are selected to move forward will be invited to submit a full proposal
* Full proposals will be reviewed and evaluated based on their scientific and technical merit, as well as their potential impact and feasibility

Timeline

The following is the anticipated timeline for the FOA:

* Notice of Intent: [Insert Date]
* Concept Paper Submission: [Insert Date]
* Full Proposal Submission: [Insert Date]
* Award Announcement: [Insert Date]

Conclusion

The VTO Batteries & Electrification program is an important initiative that can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve energy efficiency in the transportation sector. The FOA will provide funding opportunities for eligible applicants to develop and deploy advanced battery technologies and electrification solutions. We look forward to receiving proposals from qualified applicants and working together to achieve our goals.

FAQs

Q: What is the purpose of the VTO Batteries & Electrification program?
A: The purpose of the program is to support the development and deployment of advanced battery technologies and electrification solutions that can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve energy efficiency in the transportation sector.

Q: What are the program priorities for the VTO Batteries & Electrification program?
A: The program priorities include advanced battery technologies, electrification of light-duty vehicles, and electrification of heavy-duty vehicles.

Q: Who is eligible to apply for the FOA?
A: Eligible applicants include for-profit companies, non-profit organizations, academic institutions, government agencies, and research institutions.

Q: What are the application requirements for the FOA?
A: Applicants must submit a proposal that includes a clear description of the project and its goals, a detailed project plan and timeline, a budget and budget justification, and a description of the expected outcomes and impact of the project.

Q: What is the timeline for the FOA?
A: The anticipated timeline includes a notice of intent, concept paper submission, full proposal submission, and award announcement.