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DOE Announces $85 Million in Recovery Act Funding for Early Career
Scientists’ Research

Summary: U.S. Energy Secretary Steven Chu announced today that up to $85
million in funding under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act will be
awarded in early 2010 to support at least 50 early career researchers for
five years at U.S. academic institutions and DOE national laboratories.

“This funding highlights the Administrations continued commitment to
building the nation’s scientific workforce by attracting top emerging
researchers to careers in vital areas of basic research,” said Secretary
Chu.  “By investing in scientific researchers in their formative years, we
can provide scientists with the resources to do some of their most exciting
and productive work.”

To be eligible for the competition, a researcher must be an untenured,
tenure-track assistant professor at a U.S. academic institution or a
full-time employee at a DOE national laboratory. The applicant must also
have received a Ph.D. within the past ten years.

Each university award will be at least $150,000 per year for five years to
support summer salary and other research expenses. For DOE national
laboratories, awards will be at least $500,000 per year for five years to
support year-round salary and expenses.

Early career researchers may apply to one of six Office of Science program
offices: Advanced Scientific Computing Research; Biological and
Environmental Research; Basic Energy Sciences; Fusion Energy Sciences; High
Energy Physics; or Nuclear Physics. Proposed research topics must fall
within the programmatic priorities of DOE’s Office of Science, which are
provided in the program announcements. Funding will be competitively awarded
on the basis of peer review.

http://www.energy.gov/news2009/7665.htm

DOE Grant - Development of Algal / Advanced Biofuels Consortia

Summary: The Department of Energy announced a notice of availability of
funding for establishing Consortia for two primary topic areas: development
of Algae Based Biofuels, and development of Advanced Cellulosic Biofuels.
The intended purpose of this Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) is to
serve three primary goals of EERE: 1) increase the viability and deployment
of renewable energy technologies, 2) spur the creation of a domestic
bio-industry, and 3) dramatically reduce dependence on imported oil.

Funding Opportunity Number: DE-FOA-0000123

Estimated Total Funding Available: $85,000,000

CFDA Number: 81.087

Applications Due By: September 14, 2009
Energy Secretary Chu, Agriculture Secretary Vilsack Announce $6.3 million for Biofuels Research

Summary: U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Steven Chu and U.S. Department
of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced today the joint selection of
awards of up to $6.3 million towards fundamental genomics-enabled research
leading to the improved use of plant feedstocks for biofuel production.

These grants will be awarded under a joint DOE-USDA program begun in 2006
that is committed to fundamental research in biomass genomics, providing the
scientific foundation to facilitate use of lignocellulosic materials for
bioenergy and biofuels. Since lignocellulosic crop plants are less intensive
to produce and can grow on poorer quality land, competition with crops grown
for food production is avoided.

DOE will provide $4 million in funding for four projects, while USDA will
award $2.3 million to fund three projects. Initial funding will support
research projects for up to three years.

Source: July 22, 2009 DOE Press Release

Web site: The full press release is at
http://www.energy.gov/news2009/7683.htm

USDA Announces Funding Available For Bioenergy Development and Production

Summary: Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that USDA is
accepting applications for up to $50 million in projects to promote the
continued production and use of biofuels.

This $50 million in 2008 Farm Bill money will advance two USDA efforts: $20
million to provide financial incentives to biorefineries to replace fossil
fuels used to produce heat or power at their facilities with renewable
biomass; and $30 million to provide payments to eligible advanced biofuel
producers to encourage the increased production and use of biofuels.

Source: July 21, 2009 USDA Press Release

Applications Due By: Applications for the advanced biofuels program are due
August 11; applications for the biorefineries to replace fossil fuels are
due November 1.

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2009 ACEEE Summer Study on Energy Efficiency in Industry

July 28–31, 2009 • The Conference Center Niagara Falls • Niagara Falls, NY

Co-Chairs: Dana Levy, New York State Energy Research and Development Authority, and Raymond Monroe, Steel Founders’ Society of America

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5th National Conference on Energy Efficiency as a Resource

September 27–29, 2009 • The Drake Hotel • Chicago, IL

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2009 Behavior, Energy and Climate Change Conference

November 15–18, 2009 • Marriott Wardman Park Hotel • Washington, DC

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2010 ACEEE Forum on Energy Efficiency in Agriculture

February 7–10 , 2010 • Monona Terrace • Madison, WI

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2010 ACEEE Summer Study on Energy Efficiency in Buildings

August 15–20, 2010 • Asilomar Conference Center • Pacific Grove, CA

Co-Chairs: Bob Hawsey, National Renewable Energy Laboratory, and Craig Wray, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory

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The 2010 National Symposium on Market Transformation

April 11–13 , 2010 • Marriott Wardmen Park Hotel • Washington, D.C.

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Food and Energy from the Ground Up: Efficiency’s Role in Sustainable Agriculture

The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy is pleased to announce the 3rd ACEEE Forum on Energy Efficiency in Agriculture. The “Ag Forum” will be held February 8-10, 2010 at the picturesque Monona Terrace in Madison, Wisconsin. We are organizing this conference with our partners and Co-Chairs, Amelia Gulkis (EnSave), Rich Hackner (Wisconsin Focus on Energy and GDS Associates), and Mike Morris (National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT)).

As many of you know, ACEEE hosted a successful Forum on Energy Efficiency in Agriculture in 2008. The previous Ag Forum focused on the intersection of food, fuel, and sustainable agriculture, which resulted in spirited sessions addressing issues in agricultural communities across the country. Details about the 2008 Ag Forum are on our Web site: http://aceee.org/conf/08ag/index.htm.

Since the 2008 Ag Forum, the national conversation about energy, agriculture, food, and fuel has continued at all levels. Congress passed a new Farm Bill in the Spring of 2008, which included several important energy efficiency-related provisions, notably the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP).  A new president has taken office, and a new organic garden is growing on the White House lawn.

To help America overcome its dependence on cheap dirty coal, and to support innovative young leaders in building communities that want tobe a part of a clean energy future, Focus the Nation is pleased to announce the second year of *The Focus Roots Fellowships: “Coal and the Road to Copenhagen.”*

*Do you have an innovative, creative idea to accelerate your community past coal?* Are you between the ages of 18 and 29? Do you live in a coal-producing or coal-consuming community? Are you ready for a once-in-a-life time opportunity to launch your idea into action?

This summer, with support from Nike, Climate Ride, Youth Noise and the Danish Embassy, Focus the Nation will select two Fellows and award one $10,000 grant in each of the following community action categories:  *Sport *and *Art.*

Two lucky Fellows will receive financial and operational support from Focus the Nation to launch and implement their idea between the months of August and December 2009.

In addition, from September 26th through 30th, recipients will participate in a bicycle ride from NYC to DC called Climate Ride to workshop their progress with 200 other riders. Then in December, with support from the Danish Embassy, the recipients will travel to Copenhagen, Denmark to present their projects to the international communities participating in the COP15 climate treaty negotiations.

This will be an unprecedented opportunity for young climate leaders to bring the story of their community and their passion for climate creativity and innovation to the local, national and international stage.

*Applications are due July 15, 2009 and the winners will be announced on August 6th.*

Why Sport and Art?

The Climate Movement has mountains to learn from the efficiency of athletes and teams, the power and focus of individual sports and the timeless cultural expressions of art.

HOW TO APPLY

1. See if you qualify for the Focus Roots Fellowship by checking out the requirements page http://www.focusthenation.org/roots.

2. Create your 1,000 word essay describing your project, a 300 word description of a mentor or adviser who will help you, and a budget for your project.

3. Submit your application between July 1st and July 15th. Email roots@focusthenation.org if you have any questions before then.

Low-Cost Lightweight Portable Photovoltaics

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency requests research proposals regarding photovoltaic power sources that excel in efficiency, portability, flexibility, durability, and ease of manufacture. Proposal abstracts due 6/8/09, final proposals due 4/21/10. For more info, contact Cynthia Daniell at DARPA-BAA-09-45@darpa.mil or go to: http://www.darpa.mil/dso/solicitations/baa09-45.htm. Refer to Sol# DARPA-BAA-09-45.

Solar Hazardous Waste Storage Container

The U.S. Department of the Navy seeks to purchase a solar hazardous waste storage container. Quotes due 5/12/09. For more info, contact Tonja Buchholz at tonja.buchholz@us.army.mil or go to: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=d062d80f2a0d78bef2469d882aab0dda&tab=core&_cview=1. Refer to Sol# W91243-09-T-0015. (FBO 4/29/09)

Tidal Power - Maine

The U.S. Coast Guard seeks a demonstration of in-stream tidal current to supplement electrical power at the pier of Coast Guard Station Eastport, ME. The demonstration shall be no less than 60 days and no more than 12 months. Responses due 5/29/09. For more info, contact John Natale at John.A.Natale@uscg.mil or go to: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=aad6bd59462068e3cf7194efb2509e62&tab=core&_cview=1. Refer to Sol# HSCG32-09-R-R00018.

Water Efficiency - California Bay-Delta

The U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, Mid-Pacific Region, requests proposals for the CALFED Water Use Efficiency Grant Program. This program supports implementation, demonstration, or pilot water use efficiency or conservation projects that have benefits to the California Bay-Delta. $5 million expected to be available, up to 25 awards anticipated. Responses due 6/8/09. For more info, contact Maria Castaneda at mcastaneda@mp.usbr.gov or go to: http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&flag2006=false&oppId=47025. Refer to Sol# 09SF200042.

Community Health & Brownfields

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention request proposals for Community Health Projects Related to Brownfield/Land Reuse. The purpose of the program is to identify and address public health and issues with Brownfield/land reuse sites, with a particular emphasis on identifying health issues prior to redevelopment and/or assessing changes in community health associated with reuse plans and redevelopment. $150K expected to be available, up to 2 awards anticipated . Responses due 6/8/09. For more info, contact Tina Forrester at TForrester@cdc.gov or go to: http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&flag2006=false&oppId=46719. Refer to Sol# CDC-RFA-TS09-904.

Rural Housing and Economic Development

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development requests proposals for the Rural Housing and Economic Development (RHED) Program. RHED supports capacity building and innovative housing and economic development activities in rural areas. $26 million expected to be available, over 100 awards anticipated. Responses due 5/29/09. For more info, contact Thann Young at Thann_Young@hud.gov or go to: http://www.hud.gov/offices/cpd/economicdevelopment/programs/rhed/index.cfm. Refer to Sol# FR-5300-N-04.

Contribution of Cost Share for Transportation Related Recovery Act RFPs - California

The California Energy Commission requests proposals for the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Cost Share: Alternative and Renewable Fuel and Vehicle Technology Program. Through this RFP, the CEC will contribute cost share to applicants who are submitting proposals to the Federal government in response to a transportation-related Recovery Act funding opportunity announcements. All projects must be based in California. Eligible Recovery Act solicitations include, but are not limited to: Transportation Electrification (Round 1), DOE, DE-FOA-0000028; Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Research – Electric Drive Battery and Component Manufacturing Initiative, DOE, DE-FOA-0000026; Clean Cities (Rounds 1 and 2), DOE, DE-PS26-09NT01236-04; and Transit Investments for Greenhouse Gas and Energy Reduction, DOT, FTA-09005-TIGGER-TRI. $176 million expected to be available, due dates vary by solicitation. For more info, contact Sarah Williams at skawilli@energy.state.ca.us or go to: http://www.energy.ca.gov/contracts/transportation.html#PON-08-010. Refer to PON-08-010.

Software to Analyze Integration of Renewables, Diesel Generation and Energy Storage

The Naval Facilities Engineering Command, Engineering Service Center seeks a software based model that can be used to analyze the integration of photovoltaic systems, wind energy systems, conventional diesel generation, and energy storage. Award NTE $400K. Abstracts due 5/15/09. For more info, contact Gene Crank at eugene.crank@navy.mil or go to: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=78ae41e101032453c66d9007ecc63cd1&tab=core&_cview=1. Refer to Sol# N6258309R0089.

Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Training Programs – Appalachia

The Appalachian Regional Commission requests proposals for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Training and Certification Programs. Funded projects must focus on training and certification programs, supporting the development of trained employees for jobs in the renewable and energy efficiency fields, as well as providing certified installers to the marketplace. Implementation of energy efficiency education curricula, such as USGBC LEED programs, ASHRAE programming, IECC, or other energy efficiency coursework will also be supported. Projects must take place in the ARC Region which includes all of WV and parts of AL, GA, KY, MD, MS, NY, NC, OH, PA, SC, TN, and VA. $250K expected to be available, up to 10 awards anticipated. Reponses due 5/29/09. For more info, go to: http://www.arc.gov/images/rfp/ARC%20Energy%20RFP%20Training%20and%20Certification.pdf.

Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency for K–12 Schools – Appalachia

The Appalachian Regional Commission requests proposals for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency for K-12 Schools. This program will underwrite costs of installing renewable energy and energy efficiency equipment in K–12 schools in Appalachia, and provide support for the implementation of associated science, environment, and business curricula in the classroom. Eligible renewable energy equipment includes: Wind, solar, fuel cells, biofuels, and geothermal systems. Projects must take place in the ARC Region which includes all of WV and parts of AL, GA, KY, MD, MS, NY, NC, OH, PA, SC, TN, and VA. $250K expected to be available, up to 10 awards anticipated. Responses due 5/29/09. For more info, go to: http://www.arc.gov/images/rfp/ARC%20Renewable%20Energy%20For%20Schools%20Program.pdf.

Renewables Purchase - Southwest

The U.S. Department of the Navy announces its intent to request proposals for the purchase of competitively priced renewable electrical power through power purchase agreements at Naval and Marine Corps installations in the Naval Facilities Engineering Command Southwest AOR. The Navy seeks systems that are constructed, owned, operated, maintained and repaired by the successful offeror(s) on Government property located within the installation boundaries. Up to 5 awards anticipated. The RFP will be issued “within the next month.” For more info, contact Russell Dominy at Russell.dominy@navy.mil or go to: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=2d9716078bff363ae320d7e111d4b2d0&tab=core&_cview=1. Refer to Sol# N6258309R0085.

Purchase of Renewable Credits

The Defense Logistics Agency seeks a total of 324,028,384 kWh of Renewable Energy Certificates for ultimate transfer to various Federal civilian customers. Responses due 5/5/09. For more info, contact Cynthia Ralph at Cynthia.Ralph@dla.mil or go to: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=eb590089bb1844b88e675c2fde959493&tab=core&_cview=0. Refer to Sol# SP0600-09-R-0407-0001.

PV Array - Arkansas

The U.S. Department of the Interior, Hot Springs National Park, Hot Springs, Arkansas, seeks replacement of an HVAC system and installation of a PV array to supply a portion of the operating power. Responses due 5/21/09. For more info, contact Linda Fritz at kay_fritz@nps.gov or go to: https://www.fbo.gov/?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=7abab03db16358be8922e05a7ab437a1&tab=core&_cview=0. Refer to Sol# I730709U123.

Energy Innovations Small Grant Program

The California Energy Commission requests proposals for the Energy Innovations Small Grant Program – Electricity Program. EISG funds the early development of innovative energy RD&D projects. Projects must target one of the following: Industrial/Agriculture/Water End-Use Efficiency; Building End-Use Efficiency; Environmentally Preferred Advanced Generation; Renewable Generation; Energy-Related Environmental Research; and Energy Systems Integration. Proposed projects must be clearly relevant to California’s electric market. Individual hardware awards NTE $95K, individual modeling awards NTE $50K. Responses due 6/11/09. For more info, go to: http://www.energy.ca.gov/contracts/smallgrant/09-01_electricity/index.html. Refer to Sol# 09-01.

Energy Projects Pre-K to 12 - Texas

First Choice Power requests applications for Classroom Energy Innovation Grant applications for Texas teachers. This program supports pre-K to 12 teachers working to incorporate projects on energy and energy efficiency in their classrooms. Individual grants NTE $2K. Responses due 9/15/09. For more info, go to: http://www.firstchoicepower.com/innovation.

Improving Watersheds - California

California American Water requests proposals for the Environmental Grant Program. This program supports community based environmental projects, within the CA American Water’s service area, working to improve, restore, or protect watersheds and drinking water supplies within the state. $10K expected to be available. Responses due 5/18/09. For more info, go to: http://files.shareholder.com/downloads/AMERPR/631277178×0x291477/c895352e-8c59-4283-9323-95bd9828e078/CA_AWK_04.24.09.pdf.

Water Quality Research

The Water Environment Research Foundation requests proposals for the Paul L. Busch Award. This program supports researchers working in wastewater, water reuse, bio-solids, storm water, watersheds, and other areas, to use their imagination, take risks, and explore new directions for addressing ongoing water quality issues. $100K available, 1 award anticipated. Responses due 6/1/09. For more info, go to: http://www.werf.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=Paul_L_Busch_Award&Template=/CM/HTMLDisplay.cfm&ContentID=1427.

Green Jobs Training- Recovery

The U.S. Department of Labor announces its intent to request proposals for Recovery Act Competitive Grant Opportunities. DOL anticipates $500 million will be targeted at research, labor exchange, and job training projects that prepare workers for careers in energy efficiency and renewable energy as defined in the Green Jobs Act: Energy efficient building, construction, and retrofitting; renewable electric power; energy efficient and advanced drive train vehicles; biofuels; deconstruction and materials use; energy efficiency assessment for residential, commercial, or industrial sector, and manufacturing of sustainable products using sustainable processes. $250 million will be targeted at other high growth and emerging industry sectors. DOL intends to post the RFPs no later than 6/30/09. For more info, go to: http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&flag2006=false&oppId=46337.

Public Participation in Public Transportation Planning

The Federal Transit Administration requests proposals for Participation Related to Public Transportation Planning. This initiative seeks to support the R&D of innovative approaches to enhance the quality and level of public participation in public transportation planning. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to: Contracting with stakeholders to focus on the delivery of transportation plans and programs; measuring and reporting on the annual performance of the transportation systems; and improving data collection analysis. $750K expected to be available, up to 10 awards anticipated. Responses due 5/15/09. For more info, go to: http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&flag2006=false&oppId=46140. Refer to Sol# FTA-09006-PTPP-TPE.

Renewables - California

The City of Palo Alto seeks up to 150 GWh/year (average 17 MW) from eligible renewable resources for up to 30 years. Responses due 4/14/09. For more info, contact Carolynn Bissett at carolynn.bissett@cityofpaloalto.org or go to: http://www.cityofpaloalto.org/depts/asd/current_solicitations.asp. Refer to RFP #130699.

Renewables - California

Los Angeles Power and Light seeks ~1,000 GWh/year of eligible renewable energy resources to meet RPS goals. Responses accepted continuously to 3/11/10. For more info, contact Renewables@ladwp.com or go to: http://www.ladwp.com/ladwp/cms/ladwp011767.jsp. Refer to No. RFP253-09.

Renewables - Arizona

The Arizona Public Service Company seeks 45,000 MWh (10,000 MWh from solar) from eligible renewable energy resources to meet the requirements of APS’s Small Generation Pilot Program. Notice of intend to bid due 4/30/09, final bid due 6/4/09. For more info, contact RenewableRFP@aps.com or go to: http://www.aps.com/aps/rfp/renewable2009/default.html.

Renewable Assessment – New Mexico

The U.S. Department of Interior requests bids to Prepare an Assessment Report for Renewable Energy on Bureau of Land Management New Mexico Public Land. The report will consist of a preliminary site suitability analysis to identify potential renewable energy development sites using existing BLM and other agency data and information. Responses due 4/13/09. For more info, contact Vicki Snow at vicki_snow@nm.blm.gov or go to: https://www.fbo.gov/index?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=c756914a5f8ab62489bd510a04af7588&tab=core&_cview=0&cck=1&au=&ck=. Refer to Sol# L09PS00191.

Solar Roofs – Buckley AFB

The U.S. Department of the Army requests bids to install PV panels on a number of buildings at Buckley Air Force Base, Aurora, CO. Work to include design and construct second generation roof top photovoltaic system to include solar panels; dc inverter; wiring; distribution; net metering system; and all other components necessary to provide complete and viable solar generation renewable energy systems on roofs of buildings. Estimated cost range $1 to $3 million. Responses due 5/1/09. For more info, contact Bill Perez at guillermo.perez@cobuck.ang.af.mil or go to: https://www.fbo.gov/index?s=opportunity&mode=form&id=48c9fea8d73da916512d2490f595d8fb&tab=core&_cview=0&cck=1&au=&ck=. Refer to Sol# W912LC-09-T-5004.

National Research Priorities - Recovery

The National Institute of Standards and Technology requests proposals for the Technology Innovation Recovery Act Measurement Science and Engineering Research Grants Program: Providing the Technology Infrastructure to Address National Priorities. Priority research areas include, but are not limited to: Energy, environment and climate change; manufacturing; and physical infrastructure. $35 million expected to be available, up to 60 awards anticipated. Responses accepted on a continuous basis. For more info, contact Christopher Hunton at christopher.hunton@nist.gov or go to: http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&flag2006=false&oppId=46063. Refer to Sol# 2009-NIST-ARRA-MSE-RESEARCH-01.

Technology Innovation Program

The National Institute of Standards and Technology requests proposals for the Technology Innovation Program. This program seeks to support, promote, and accelerate innovation in the U.S. through high-risk, high-reward research in areas of critical national need. Areas of interest include: 1) Civil Infrastructure: Advanced Sensing Technologies and Advanced Repair Materials for the Infrastructure: Water Systems, Dams, Levees, Bridges, Roads, and Highways, and 2) Manufacturing: To provide manufacturers and end users improved access to adequate quantities of advanced materials at competitive costs that allow evaluation and utilization of these materials in innovative ways. Materials performance is often a critical consideration and controlling factor in the innovation process. For example, high strength alloys, aluminum, and magnesium are used to build stronger, lighter and safer vehicles; superalloys are used to make higher efficiency gas turbines; composites make larger, more efficient wind turbine blades; and nanomaterials are finding their way into better performing batteries, energy storage devices, and high voltage transmission lines. $25 million expected to be available, up to 25 awards anticipated. Responses due 6/23/09. For more info, contact Christopher Hunton at christopher.hunton@nist.gov or go to: http://www.grants.gov/search/search.do?mode=VIEW&flag2006=false&oppId=46348. Refer to Sol# 2009-TIP-01.

Greenways

The Conservation Fund, in partnership with Eastman Kodak and the National Geographic Society requests proposals for Greenways Grants. In general, grants can be used for all appropriate expenses needed to complete, expand, or improve a greenway project, including planning, technical assistance, legal, and other costs. Individual grants NTE $2.5K. Responses due 6/30/09. For more info, go to: http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/rfp/rfp_item.jhtml?id=247900024.

Clean Coal Technologies Research Program Request for Proposals, School of
Energy Resources, University of Wyoming

The Clean Coal Task Force (CCTF), composed of the members of the Wyoming
Energy Resources Council to the University of Wyoming School of Energy
Resources, requests proposals for research concerning clean coal
technologies.

The Clean Coal Technologies Research Program was created to stimulate
research to enhance and improve the use of primarily sub-bituminous coal at
high altitudes. Proposals are solicited from academic institutions and
private industry. They will be evaluated competitively based upon their
probable benefits to the State of Wyoming through improved use of Wyoming’s
coal resource. The results of the research shall be available for public
dissemination.

The Legislature of the State of Wyoming has appropriated funding for this
research program that now totals $13,900,000. Expenditure of these funds
requires a dollar-for-dollar match from non-state funds. Funds for
successful proposals approved by the CCTF will become available soon after
review by the Joint Minerals, Business and Economic Development Interim
Committee at their meeting that is anticipated to occur in October 2009.
Funds are to be expended by June 1, 2012.

Proposers may request between $250,000 and $8,000,000 in research program
funding to be matched dollar for dollar by non-state funds. The Clean Coal
Task Force will forward to the Joint Minerals, Business and Economic
Development Committee the projects they recommend by no later than September
30, 2009. Projects will be completed and unexpended funds revert on June 1,
2012. http://www.uwyo.edu/sersupport/Clean%20Coal/Clean%20Coal%20RFP/Wyoming%20Clean%20Coal%20RFP%202009.pdf