Scout | Disruptive DC Converters for Grid Resilient Infrastructure to Deliver Sustainable energy SBIR/STTR (DC-GRIDS SBIR/STTR)

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Disruptive DC Converters for Grid Resilient Infrastructure to Deliver Sustainable energy SBIR/STTR (DC-GRIDS SBIR/STTR)

The DC-GRIDS program aims to make HVDC power transmission systems as cost-effective as traditional AC systems, enhancing grid capacity, resiliency, performance, and reducing deployment time. The program supports two main areas:

Category A focuses on developing low-cost, flexible valves for HVDC converter stations to encourage vendor competition and reduce costs.
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Agency: Advanced Research Projects Agency Energy

Dates

Opportunity Released: February 10, 2025

Submission Deadline: December 10, 2024

Application Window Closes: December 10, 2024

Keywords

HVDC

AC technology

grid resiliency

energy availability

sustainable energy integration

multi-directional power routing

converter stations

vendor-agnostic valves

grid expansion

offshore wind integration

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