Funder: Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E)
Due Dates: September 25, 2025 (Concept Paper) | Full Application: TBD
Funding Amounts: $314,363–$4,505,859 per award; total program funding approx. $40M; 3-year projects
Summary: Supports small businesses developing disruptive technologies for rapid, high-resolution, and cost-effective characterization of rare earth and critical mineral ore deposits.
Key Information: No cost sharing required; only small businesses are eligible to apply.