SEEDING CRITICAL ADVANCES FOR LEADING ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES WITH UNTAPPED POTENTIAL (SCALEUP) READY
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The purpose of this modification is to clarify the meaning of the Program Policy Factors in Section V. C. To obtain a copy of the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) please go to the ARPA-E website at https://arpa-e-foa. energy. gov. To apply to this NOFO, Applicants must register with and submit application materials through ARPA-E eXCHANGE ( https://arpa-e-foa. energy. gov/Registration. aspx ). For detailed guidance on using ARPA-E eXCHANGE, please refer to the ARPA-E eXCHANGE User Guide (https://arpa-e-foa. energy. gov/Manuals. aspx). ARPA-E will not review or consider concept papers submitted through other means. For problems with ARPA-E eXCHANGE, email ExchangeHelp@hq. doe. gov (with NOFO name and number in the subject line). Questions about this NOFO? Check the Frequently Asked Questions available at http://arpa-e. energy. gov/faq. For questions that have not already been answered, email ARPA-E-CO@hq. doe. gov. AGENCY OVERVIEW The Advanced Research Projects Agency – Energy (ARPA-E), an organization within the Department of Energy (DOE), is chartered by Congress in the America COMPETES Act of 2007 (P. L. 110-69), as amended by the America COMPETES Reauthorization Act of 2010 (P. L. 111-358), as further amended by the Energy Act of 2020 (P. L. 116-260): “(A) to enhance the economic and energy security of the United States through the development of energy technologies that— (i) reduce imports of energy from foreign sources; (ii) reduce energy-related emissions, including greenhouse gases.
The SEEDING CRITICAL ADVANCES FOR LEADING ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES WITH UNTAPPED POTENTIAL (SCALEUP) READY grant program, administered by the Advanced Research Projects Agency – Energy (ARPA-E) within the U.S. Department of Energy, supports innovative energy technology development with significant potential for impact. This program is designed for organizations developing breakthrough energy technologies that can reduce U.S. energy imports, enhance economic and energy security, and reduce energy-related emissions including greenhouse gases. Entrepreneurs and research organizations working on early-stage energy technologies with untapped commercial potential should apply to access substantial federal funding ranging from $5,000,000 to $20,000,000. This grant represents a critical opportunity for teams ready to scale transformative energy solutions that address national energy security priorities. ARPA-E's mission focuses on high-risk, high-reward energy technology projects that might not otherwise attract private investment. If your organization is developing promising energy technologies positioned for accelerated development and deployment, this program offers the resources necessary to advance from concept to scaled implementation, creating competitive advantages in the growing clean energy market.
Funding Facts
● Applications openDeadline
September 29, 2029
Award Amount
$5M - $20M
Who can apply
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Grant Details
Grant Amount
$5M - $20M
Deadline
2029-09-29
Grant Type
federal
Application Cycle
Annual
Best For
Energy technology companies and research organizations with early-stage, high-potential breakthrough energy technologies
Eligibility
See Section II.A. of the NOFO.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for SEEDING CRITICAL ADVANCES FOR LEADING ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES WITH UNTAPPED POTENTIAL (SCALEUP) READY?
Eligibility criteria are detailed in Section II.A. of the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO). For specific eligibility requirements, applicants should consult the full NOFO available at https://arpa-e-foa.energy.gov or contact ARPA-E-CO@hq.doe.gov with questions about eligibility.
How much funding does SEEDING CRITICAL ADVANCES FOR LEADING ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES WITH UNTAPPED POTENTIAL (SCALEUP) READY provide?
This program provides funding ranging from $5,000,000 to $20,000,000 per award. The specific amount depends on project scope, technical approach, and commercialization potential as evaluated during the proposal review process.
How do I apply for SEEDING CRITICAL ADVANCES FOR LEADING ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES WITH UNTAPPED POTENTIAL (SCALEUP) READY?
Applicants must register with and submit materials through ARPA-E eXCHANGE at https://arpa-e-foa.energy.gov/Registration.aspx. The eXCHANGE User Guide is available at https://arpa-e-foa.energy.gov/Manuals.aspx. Concept papers submitted through other channels will not be reviewed. For technical issues with eXCHANGE, email ExchangeHelp@hq.doe.gov with the NOFO name and number in the subject line.
What can SEEDING CRITICAL ADVANCES FOR LEADING ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES WITH UNTAPPED POTENTIAL (SCALEUP) READY funding be used for?
Funding supports development of energy technologies that reduce U.S. energy imports from foreign sources and reduce energy-related emissions, including greenhouse gases. The program targets technologies with critical advances and untapped commercial potential ready for scaling. For detailed allowable uses and program focus areas, review the complete NOFO at https://arpa-e-foa.energy.gov.
Last updated: July 5, 2026