Solar with Wildlife and Ecosystem Benefits 2 (SolWEB2)

Archived

Golden Field Office

Description

NOFO Description: The goal of this funding opportunity is to improve the outcomes of large-scale solar (LSS) development for ecosystems, wildlife, and communities by soliciting projects that will a) test strategies that mitigate adverse impacts and/or maximize benefits to wildlife and ecosystems, b) provide technical assistance and stakeholder engagement opportunities to facilitate strategies that improve the compatibility of LSS facilities with wildlife, or c) provide technical assistance and conduct outreach to facilitate the adoption of agrivoltaics. Modification 000002: Updated the Informational Webinar Date; see the cover page of the NOFO Document Part 1

Who can apply

  • State governments
  • County governments
  • City or township governments
  • Special district governments
  • Independent school districts
  • Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
  • Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
  • Public housing authorities / Indian housing authorities
  • Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized)
  • Nonprofits with 501(c)(3) status (other than higher education)
  • Nonprofits without 501(c)(3) status (other than higher education)
  • Private institutions of higher education
  • For-profit organizations other than small businesses
  • Small businesses
  • Others

Contact

For questions regarding this NOFO: <br/>solarwildlife@ee.doe.gov<br/> For questions regarding eXCHANGE: <br/>EERE-eXCHANGESupport@hq.doe.gov
solarwildlife@ee.doe.gov

Key dates & funding
  • PostedDec 23, 2024
  • ClosesMay 2, 2025
  • Award floor$1,000,000
  • Award ceiling$3,000,000
  • Program funding$11,000,000
  • Expected awards8
  • CFDA81.087
Categories

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