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Request for Information (RFI) - Engineering Solutions to Harvest Biomass Carbon for Durable Removal and Storage (Carbon Harvesting)

ID: DE-FOA-0003421 • Type: Posted
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Description

This is a Request for Information (RFI) only. This RFI is not accepting applications for financial assistance. The purpose of this RFI is solely to solicit input for ARPA-E consideration to inform the possible formulation of future programs. The purpose of this Request for Information (RFI) is to solicit input for a potential ARPA-E program focused on leveraging the zero-energy carbon dioxide capture process provided by photosynthesis to develop novel, transformational technologies that improve the energy efficiency of the carbon dioxide removal (CDR) sector. CDR activity within the U.S. and global economies is necessary to reach the net zero targets established by public and private sector actors. To meet the national net zero targets, the U.S. will need to remove approximately 500 million tons of carbon dioxide equivalents (CO2-eq) per annum by 2050. The energy required by CDR technologies today is substantial, in some cases exceeding 1,500 kilowatt hours (kWh) per ton. To achieve 500 million tons of CO2-eq removal at an energy intensity of 1,500 kWh per ton would require approximately 750 terawatt hours (TWh), which is 20% of current U.S. power generation and 100% of current renewable power generation. Improving the efficiency of CDR will reduce the burden that it places on U.S. power generation and will allow renewable power generation to more efficiently decarbonize other sectors. To view the RFI in its entirety, please visit https://arpa-e-foa.energy.gov.
Background
The U.S. Department of Energy's Advanced Research Projects Agency – Energy (ARPA-E) is issuing this Request for Information (RFI) to gather input for a potential program aimed at leveraging the zero-energy carbon dioxide capture process provided by photosynthesis.

The goal is to develop novel technologies that enhance the energy efficiency of the carbon dioxide removal (CDR) sector, which is essential for meeting national net zero targets. The U.S. aims to remove approximately 500 million tons of carbon dioxide equivalents (CO2-eq) annually by 2050, necessitating significant improvements in CDR technology efficiency to reduce energy consumption and reliance on power generation.

Grant Details
This RFI focuses on several key areas:
1. Increasing the quantity and efficiency of carbon harvested from above-ground biomass per unit of land, energy, and other inputs, particularly in low-productivity areas;
2. Processing post-harvest biomass for enhanced carbon storage durability and efficiency;
3. Improving nutrient cycle management within CDR approaches;
4. Understanding the economic and environmental implications of sequestering purpose-grown biomass on rangelands.

ARPA-E seeks information on technological approaches that can enhance biomass production, processing, and storage while minimizing environmental impacts.

Eligibility Requirements
This RFI is open to all interested parties who can provide insights into the specified research areas. There are no specific eligibility requirements outlined for participation in this RFI.

Period of Performance
The RFI does not specify a period of performance as it is intended solely for gathering information to inform future program development.

Grant Value
This RFI does not constitute a funding opportunity announcement (FOA), and no specific grant value or individual award amounts are provided as it seeks input rather than applications for funding.

Place of Performance
The geographic focus includes areas west of the 100th Meridian, particularly non-farmland regions suitable for low-input biomass production.
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Overview

Agency
Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy (ARPA-E) [DOE]
Category of Funding
Opportunity Zone Benefits
Science and Technology and other Research and Development
Funding Instruments
Cooperative Agreement
Grant Program (CFDA)
81.135 - Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy
Grant Category
Discretionary
Cost Sharing / Matching Requirement
False
Source
Grants.gov
On 8/27/24 Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy posted grant opportunity DE-FOA-0003421 for Request for Information (RFI) - Engineering Solutions to Harvest Biomass Carbon for Durable Removal and Storage (Carbon Harvesting). The grant will be issued under grant program 81.135 Advanced Research Projects Agency - Energy. It is expected that 0 total grants will be made.

Timing

Posted Date
Aug. 27, 2024, 12:00 a.m. EDT
Closing Date
Sept. 27, 2024, 12:00 a.m. EDT Past Due
Closing Date Explanation
Reponses to this RFI should be submitted in PDF format to the email address ARPA-E-RFI@hq.doe.gov by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on 9/27/2024. For further instruction, please review the RFI in its entirety at https://arpa-e-foa.energy.gov.
Last Updated
Aug. 27, 2024, 4:30 p.m. EDT
Version
1
Archive Date
Dec. 27, 2024

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants
Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility"
Additional Info
This is a Request for Information (RFI) only. This RFI is not seeking applications for financial assistance. THIS NOTICE DOES NOT CONSTITUTE A FUNDING OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT (FOA). NO FOA EXISTS AT THIS TIME.

Award Sizing

Ceiling
Not Listed
Floor
Not Listed
Estimated Program Funding
Not Provided
Estimated Number of Grants
0

Contacts

Contact
Advanced Research Projects Agency Energy
Contact Email
arpa-e-co@hq.doe.gov
Email Description
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Contact Phone
(202) 287-1878
Additional Information
ARPA-E eXCHANGE
Additional Information Site
https://arpa-e-foa.energy.gov

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