⚠ Grant information is for general reference. Deadlines and eligibility change — always verify directly with the granting agency before applying.

$100,000 to $5M+

DOE Clean Energy Small Business Grants

US Dept. of Energy

Inflation Reduction Act funding for businesses developing solar, wind, storage, and clean energy.

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📅 Deadline: Multiple programs — check energy.gov/eere

Amount

$100,000 to $5M+

Type

Grant

Source

Federal

Provider

US Dept. of Energy

About this program

The Inflation Reduction Act allocated unprecedented funding for clean energy innovation. The DOE runs multiple grant programs for businesses working on solar, wind, battery storage, hydrogen, nuclear, and grid modernization. These are the largest clean energy grants in US history and many qualifying businesses haven't applied.

Who qualifies?

US businesses and organizations in the clean energy sector. Varies by specific program.

What you get

$100,000 to $5M+ depending on the program. Some programs also provide technical assistance from national laboratories.

Requirements

✓Clean energy focus
✓SAM.gov registration
✓Technical proposal
✓Varies by specific FOA

How to apply

1Check energy.gov/eere for open funding opportunities
2Funding opportunity announcements (FOAs) are published on energy.gov and grants.gov
3Register in SAM.gov
4Submit through the DOE's EERE Exchange portal

Apply at the official source

Always verify deadlines and requirements directly with the granting organization before applying.