Energy Innovation
Advanced energy technologies are a high priority for the U.S. government. Government funding provides an important signal and incentive for small and large businesses, non-profit organizations, universities, and other groups to focus on solving complex technical issues in this area. The Department of Energy (DoE), in particular, has played a key role in funding R&D of these advanced energy technologies. In addition, the Department of War (DoW) is aggressively funding applied R&D to integrate these technologies into microgrids and forward-deployed energy production systems. R&D funding to develop these technologies is expected to grow significantly in the near term.
SMI has a proven track record of success supporting development and deployment of innovative energy generation, storage, and related technologies. We help create and shape future funding opportunities for our clients to foster research, testing, validation, and demonstration activities. We also engage in policy development in Congress and with the Executive Branch on issues including tax incentives and federal energy programs.
SMI’s Energy Innovation team includes policy experts, lobbyists, and former DoE and DoW officials who managed R&D programs in their role as government program managers. They each have extensive experience helping clients maximize their chances of winning awards in their current roles at SMI.