Domestic Manufacturing Conversion Grants

Agency: Department of Energy – Office of Manufacturing and Energy Supply Chains

 

Description:

“Grants for domestic production of efficient hybrid, plug-in electric hybrid, plug-in electric drive, and hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles…”

Bill Section:

50143

US Code:

42 USC 16062

New or Existing:

New

Potential Cost:     

$2,000,000,000

Timeline:     

FY22-31

Implementation Status/Rulemaking:   

On April 11, 2023, DOE publish a Request for Information on DOE’s implementation of Section 50143: Source

On August 31, 2023, DOE announced a funding opportunity. Concept papers are due November 1, 2023 and the deadline for full applications is January 23, 2024. DOE anticipated making 15 awards: Source

TCS Notes:

Of the $2 billion appropriated, up to 3%, $60 million, may be used for administrative expenses.