Sustainable Propane and Renewable Chemicals (SPARC)
Department of Energy (DOE), Golden Field Office
Total funding amount: $23 million
Individual award range: $1 million to $2.5 million
Application deadlines: Concept Paper due by March 14, 2025, Full Application due by May 30, 2025
Support research and development of domestic chemicals and fuels from biomass and waste resources.
Enhance energy independence and support rural economies.
Small businesses, state and local governments, educational institutions, and nonprofit organizations.
Rural economies and the renewable energy sector.
Eligible organization types: small businesses, state governments, county governments, educational institutions, nonprofits, and for-profit organizations.
DOE/NNSA FFRDCs can participate as subrecipients but cannot apply as recipients.
No specific geographic limitations mentioned, but the focus is on domestic production.
Focus areas include bio-based chemicals and bio-based propane/LPG.
Projects must develop new production methods for value-added chemicals and sustainable propane from renewable feedstocks.
Cost-sharing is required.
Funding amounts range from $1 million to $2.5 million per award.
Concept Paper due by March 14, 2025, at 5 PM ET.
Full Application due by May 30, 2025, at 5 PM ET.
No specific restrictions on prior grant funding mentioned.
Concept Paper and Full Application as specified in the FOA.
Specific evaluation criteria not detailed in the provided information.
Review process details not specified.
Focus on innovation in production methods and sustainability.
Encourages collaboration through a Teaming Partner List.
Technical difficulties may affect submission timelines.
Aligns with national energy independence goals.
Collaboration may enhance competitiveness.
Strong collaboration and innovative project proposals.
Missing submission deadlines or failing to meet eligibility criteria.
Engage with potential partners early in the process.
Highlight unique approaches to sustainability and innovation.