Develop systems that use low-cost solar-thermal energy to help clean water produced by oil & gas extraction & other industrial activities.

Expand the utilization of non-traditional sources of water, ensure water security in the U.S. and improve the resilience of infrastructure.

Identify innovative solutions for collecting, sorting, storing, and transporting spent lithium-ion batteries.

Catalyze geothermal manufacturing innovation by harnessing the rapid advances in additive manufacturing.

Encourage the development of new ideas to cut the costs, timelines, and risks associated with small hydropower foundation development.

The American-Made Solar Prize is a $3 million prize competition designed to accelerate and sustain American solar innovation.