Funder: Advanced Research Projects Agency Energy
Due Dates: February 19, 2025 (Concept paper) | March 5, 2026 (Full application) | March 31, 2026 (Reviewer replies)
Funding Amounts: Total program funding ~$30M; individual awards range from $314,363 to $4,505,859; project period up to 3 years.
Summary: Supports transformative R&D for technologies enabling scalable, long-lived superhot geothermal energy production through robust well construction and advanced heat extraction.
Key Information: Eligible only to U.S. small businesses (SBIR/STTR); no cost sharing required.