DOE to award $96M to support decarbonization of transportation sector

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) will allocate $96 million to help decarbonize the domestic transportation sector.

The funding will look to expand electric vehicle (EV) charging accessibility, create cleaner non-road vehicles through electrification and alternative fuels, develop electric drive components, and maximize EV efficiency and affordability.

Non-road vehicles refer to agricultural and construction equipment, as well as rail, marine, and aviation vehicles. They are a major source of pollution, emitting more carbon pollution than any other sector of the U.S. economy.

“To strengthen our transportation sector to support our growing economy, DOE is investing in clean mobility options that will eliminate harmful emissions, reduce our reliance on volatile fossil fuels, and cut energy costs,” U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm said. “Achieving President Biden’s climate goals will require expanding accessibility to electric vehicles for all drivers and modernizing vehicles that power the agricultural and construction industries.”

This funding will support President Joe Biden’s goal to achieve to net-zero economy by 2050.

Applicants for this funding opportunity must submit a concept paper by Aug. 25. Applicants must show how proposed projects will benefit traditionally disadvantaged communities that lack access to clean energy sources. To apply, applicants must register and submit application materials through a DOE online application portal at https://eere-Exchange.energy.gov. Full applications are due on Nov. 10.