On April 29, the U.S. Department of Energy Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Assistant Secretary Daniel Simmons announced the launch of the American-Made Geothermal Manufacturing Prize. During the announcement, Simmons discussed the importance of geothermal advancements to the renewable energy sector. In case you missed it, you can watch the announcement here.
The American-Made Geothermal Manufacturing Prize (Geothermal Prize) is a $4.65 million competition designed to spur innovation and address manufacturing challenges fundamental to operating in harsh geothermal environments. The program is now looking for innovators to submit ideas for the chance to win cash prizes and work with industry professionals across the country!
Through a series of four progressive contests, the Geothermal Prize will harness the rapid advances that additive manufacturing can provide in tool design, fabrication, and functionality. It incentivizes innovators and entrepreneurs to discover new advanced manufacturing solutions. This rapid, scalable approach to prototype development not only provides cash prizes, but also engages America’s unique innovation ecosystem to help participants achieve their goals.
Interested in learning more about the Geothermal Prize? Follow the prize on HeroX and join the challenge. Submit your idea by Aug. 24, 2020, for the chance to win up to $50,000 in cash prizes!
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