GFO-23-317 – Energy Storage Innovations to Support Grid Reliability
This grant provides funding for research and demonstration projects that enhance energy storage technologies to improve grid reliability and support California's transition to clean energy.
Donor Name: California Energy Commission State: California County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: December 04, 2024, 11:59 PM Size of the Grant: Not specified Grant Duration: Not specified Details/Overview: The Energy Storage Innovations Grant (GFO-23-317) supports applied research, technology demonstration, and deployment projects aimed at advancing short- to long-duration stationary energy storage technologies. This grant is critical for establishing a diverse energy storage portfolio to support grid reliability and the transition to 100% clean energy in California. Applications must be submitted through the Energy Commission Agreement Management System (ECAMS) portal by December 4, 2024. Projects fall into two groups: Group 1: Applied R&D to improve energy storage value, safety, and sustainability. Funding: $5,000,000; Award Range: $1,000,000 - $2,000,000. Group 2: Multiple-use case demonstrations for energy storage value stacking. Funding: $25,000,000; Award Range: $4,000,000 - $10,000,000.
Award Range
$100,000 - $10,000,000
Total Program Funding
$30,000,000
Number of Awards
Not specified
Matching Requirement
Yes - Match required.
Additional Details
10% for Group 1, 25% for Group 2 (10% for disadvantaged communities)
Eligible Applicants
Additional Requirements
Local publicly owned electric utilities are not eligible. Projects must fall within the applied R&D or technology demonstration and deployment stages.
Geographic Eligibility
All
Application Opens
June 30, 2025
Application Closes
Not specified
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