SPURRING PROJECTS TO ADVANCE ENERGY RESEARCH AND KNOWLEDGE SWIFTLY (SPARKS)

The Department of Energy's Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E) is soliciting innovative energy technology proposals through the "SPURRING PROJECTS TO ADVANCE ENERGY RESEARCH AND KNOWLEDGE SWIFTLY (SPARKS)" funding opportunity. This broad-scope announcement aims to support transformative energy R&D that complements ARPA-E's focused technology programs. ARPA-E is seeking proposals that can enable efficient, economical, sustainable, and environmentally benign energy utilization across various applications. The evaluation will focus on the technology's potential for creating new learning curves and market disruption. Interested applicants must register and submit proposals through the ARPA-E eXCHANGE platform by the September 30, 2029 deadline.

ARPA-E funding for this opportunity typically ranges from $250,000 to $6 million, with project periods of 1-3 years. Awards will support research and development efforts conducted at the recipients' own facilities across the United States, aligning with ARPA-E's mission to advance innovative energy technologies that can enhance U.S. energy security, reduce emissions, improve efficiency, and strengthen infrastructure resilience.