OpportunityTitle: SunShot Solar Energy Evolution and Diffusion Studies (SEEDS)
Description: The purpose of this amendment is to extend the full application deadline to 10/05/2012. Through the Solar Energy Evolution and Diffusion Studies (SEEDS) Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA), the Department of Energy will invest up to $9 million over three years to support research on solar energy innovation dynamics and technology adoption patterns. SEEDS supports the development of a diversity of analytical, numerical, and computational tools and methods; implementation of pilot test strategies for modifying current business and policy practices; and assessment of pilot tests outcomes for impact and scalability. Through SEEDS, the Department of Energy seeks to launch a series of systematic investigations that will result in viable methods for dramatically transforming the operations of solar researchers, manufacturers, developers, installers, and policymakers. Selected research efforts will be performed in tandem with industry partners to ensure that results can be applied, tested, and modified in real time. The full Funding Oportunity Announcement (FOA) is posted on the EERE Exchange website at https://eere-exchange.energy.gov. Applications must be submitted through the EERE Exchange website. A User Guide for EERE Exchange can be found on the EERE website http://eere-exchange.energy.gov/Manuals.aspx after logging in to the system. Information on where to submit questions regarding the content of the announcement and where to submit questions regarding submission of application is found in the full FOA posted on the EERE Exchange website.
GrantorContactEmailDescription: For questions regarding the content of this FOA
GrantorContactText: Kenneth L. Outlaw, Grants Management Specialist&lt;br/&gt;SunShotSEEDS-FOA@go.doe.gov&lt;br/&gt;
CloseDateExplanation: Concept Papers are due on 07/13/2012. Full Applications are due on 10/05/2012. Applicants must submit a Concept Paper by the due date to be eligible to submit a Full Application.