Advanced Inverter and Energy Management System Funding Opportunity Announcement Schedule Change

The Department of Energy's Solar Program has announced a postponement in the release of the Advanced Inverter and Energy Management System Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA), originally scheduled for late July or early August 2007. This delay results from favorable preliminary findings from the Renewable Energy Grid Integration (REGI) Study, a set of analyses focused on resolving challenges in integrating renewable energy into the grid. The study encompasses areas such as advanced grid planning and operations, distributed photovoltaic system design and technology requirements, testing and demonstration programs, value propositions for customers and utilities, and market penetration scenarios for photovoltaics. By incorporating insights from these studies, DOE aims to produce a more targeted and higher-quality FOA. The revised release date for the FOA is set for October 2007. This adjustment is intended to improve the quality of proposals and enhance the effectiveness of funding allocations. Interested parties or those seeking clarification regarding the schedule or the FOA may contact Dan Ton at the DOE via phone or email as provided. This change reflects DOE’s commitment to utilizing robust research findings to optimize funding opportunities in the renewable energy sector.