Funding available for Direct Air Capture Research, Demonstration, and Community Engagement in California

The GFO-24-303: Direct Air Capture Research, Demonstration, and Community Engagement grant, offered under California's Carbon Removal Innovation Support Program (CRISP), seeks to advance the development and deployment of innovative Direct Air Capture (DAC) technologies. This grant aims to support the technical, economic, and environmental progress of DAC technologies to help California meet its carbon neutrality targets. The solicitation prioritizes projects that combine DAC technology demonstrations with robust community engagement, benefits planning, and public education. Key Dates: Release Date: October 4, 2024 Submission Deadline: December 13, 2024, by 11:59 pm Questions Deadline: October 31, 2024, by 5:00 pm Applicants must submit through the Energy Commission Agreement Management System (ECAMS). User registration is required for submission, and guidance is available through the system’s User Registration Instructions. This funding opportunity is part of California’s strategy to promote carbon removal technologies that align with environmental goals while ensuring community involvement and educational outreach.