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BIRD Energy

BIRD Energy

Supports United States and Israel energy collaborations across technology, grid optimization, advanced manufacturing, and infrastructure security.

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BIRD Energy is a joint initiative of the U.S. Department of Energy, the Israel Ministry of Energy, the Israel Innovation Authority, and the BIRD Foundation, established under the U.S. Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 with Israeli government approval. It funds U.S.–Israeli joint projects in energy technology with significant commercial potential. Unlike the BIRD General Program, BIRD En…

Joint U.S.–Israeli energy technology R&D spanning grid optimization, AI-integrated data centers, advanced manufacturing, critical minerals, and cybersecurity for energy infrastructure.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Annual
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.6 Oct 2026
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.—
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Royalty-back
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.50%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—

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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: www.birdf.com