At a glance
Drop in Alternative Fuels Innovation Projects (PON 6189) is a New York state competitive grant from New York State Energy Research and Development Authority for the clean energy & technology sector. Eligible applicants: See the official NYSERDA solicitation for eligibility. The application deadline is December 31, 2029. Apply via the official listing at portal.nyserda.ny.gov.
- Amount
- See listing
- Deadline
- Dec 31, 2029
- Type
- Competitive
- Status
- Open
About this program
Supports pilot, demonstration, and first-of-a-kind (FOAK) commercial development projects that produce drop-in alternative fuels from New York State waste, residues, biogenic feedstocks, and captured CO₂. NYSERDA Program Opportunity Notice (PON) 6189 seeks the most viable pathways to produce sustainable aviation fuel, renewable natural gas, renewable diesel, low-carbon methanol, and renewable propane to decarbonize hard-to-electrify sectors such as aviation, heavy-duty freight, maritime, rail, industry, and low-carbon backup power.
Who can apply
See the official NYSERDA solicitation for eligibility.
How to apply
Apply through the NYSERDA portal linked from the official solicitation page (PON 6189).
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