Clean Energy Transition Fund
Grant Reference: GRANT-004 • Department of Energy
Clean Energy Transition Fund
Supporting projects that accelerate the transition to clean energy sources through research, development, and deployment of renewable energy technologies, energy storage solutions, and grid modernization initiatives.
Energy research labs
Verified against current institutional profile parameters.
Clean energy startups
Verified against current institutional profile parameters.
University research departments
Verified against current institutional profile parameters.
State energy agencies
Verified against current institutional profile parameters.
August 1, 2026
Solicitation & Call for Proposals Opened
Application portal opened for initial registrations.
Mar 15, 2027
Final Proposal Submission Deadline
Portal closes at 5:00 PM EST sharp. No grace period.
January 20, 2027
Peer Review Committee Evaluation
Independent panel scoring and budget feasibility evaluation.
March 1, 2027
Notice of Award & Fund Disbursement
Final contracts executed and preliminary milestone disbursements.
Department of Energy
Program Management Division
Inquiries: grants-desk@departmentofenergy.gov
Phone: +1 (800) 555-0199