Funder: National Energy Technology Laboratory
Due Dates: December 15, 2025 (original) | January 30, 2026 (current deadline)
Funding Amounts: Total: $80,000,000 | Individual awards: $5M–$40M | Up to 4 awards | Project period: up to 4 years | 20% cost share required
Summary: Supports the creation of mining technology proving grounds and R&D projects to accelerate innovative mining technologies for secure, resilient U.S. critical mineral supply chains.
Key Information: Substantial DOE involvement; projects must be performed in the U.S. unless a waiver is granted.