Financing Notice: Rapid Integration and Validation of Solar Energy Systems (STRIVES)

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Office: Bureau of Solar Energy Technologies And Bureau of Wind Energy Technologies
FOA number: DE-FOA-0003331
Link to apply: Apply to EERE Exchange
FOA amount: $31 million

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Solar Energy Technologies Office (SETO) and Wind Energy Technologies Office (WETO) announced the Solar Technologies Rapid Integration and Validation for Energy Systems (STRIVES) funding opportunity, which will provide up to $31 million for research , development and demonstration projects to improve the software tools for energy system simulation and demonstrate new business models for the operation of distribution systems to integrate and optimize the value of inverter-based resources (IBRs) and distributed energy resources, including solar generation energy, wind energy and energy storage, and other technologies such as buildings and electric vehicles.

The large-scale deployment of clean energy technologies is driving a transition to a digitally controlled, decentralized and distributed electricity grid that will require the coordination of large numbers of diverse and geographically dispersed assets. New operational tools and methods are needed to coordinate these resources while maintaining a reliable, resilient and safe electricity grid.

The clean energy transition also introduces new stakeholders in electricity generation, transmission and distribution, creating opportunities for new organizational models to provide fair access and participation in electricity markets.

This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) is part of a joint effort by the DOE Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) to issue multiple FOAs totaling more than $100 million for field demonstration projects and other research to support better planning and operation of the electric grid.

Subject areas

Topic Area 1: Robust Experimentation and Advanced Learning for Distribution System Operators – 8-10 projects, $2.5-3 million each

Projects in this topic area will design and implement field demonstrations of distribution system operator models that take into account technological development and the role of non-traditional stakeholders in potential electricity distribution services and markets.

Topic Area 2: Enhanced Simulation Tools for Large-Scale IBR Transient and Dynamic Studies – 4-5 projects, $1-2.5 million each

Projects in this area will develop and demonstrate software tools and methodologies to improve the ability of power system engineers to accurately and efficiently model the dynamics of power systems with large amounts of geographically dispersed IBRs.

Webinar

SETO will host an informational webinar on June 10 at 1:00 PM ET to discuss funding options and topic areas. Register for the webinar.

Teaming partner list

DOE is establishing a “Teaming Partner List” to facilitate the formation of project teams for this FOA. The Teaming Partner List allows organizations that may wish to participate in a project to express their interest to other applicants and explore potential partnerships.

The Teaming Partner List will be available on the EERE eXCHANGE website and will be updated regularly to reflect new team partners providing their organization's information.

SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS: View the team partner list by visiting the EERE eXCHANGE homepage and click 'Teaming Partners' in the left navigation pane. This page allows users to view published team partner lists. To join the Teaming Partner List, submit a request within eXCHANGE. Select the appropriate team partner list from the drop-down menu and complete the following information: researcher name, organization name, organization type, subject area, background and capabilities, website, contact address, contact email address, and contact phone number.

DISCLAIMER: By submitting a request to be included in the Teaming Partner List, the requesting organization agrees to the publication of the information stated above. By facilitating the Teaming Partner List, DOE does not endorse, sponsor, or evaluate the qualifications of the individuals and organizations who identify themselves for inclusion on this Teaming Partner List. DOE will not pay for the provision of information, nor will it compensate applicants or requesting organizations for the development of such information.

Extra information

Before submitting a full application for this opportunity, a mandatory concept document must be submitted July 25 at 5pm ET.

DOE will host a informative webinar on June 10 at 1:00 PM ET to discuss the funding program and areas of focus.

Learn more about this financing option And other open financing options within EEA.