Program

Marine Energy Collegiate Competition (MECC) 2027

Pays U.S. college teams up to $15,000 each to design, build and pitch marine-energy solutions for real ocean-power markets.

U.S. Department of Energy Hydropower and Hydrokinetic Office (H2O)United StatesPrize

About

Selected teams get 8 to 10 months to develop their concept, choosing a foundational Kilowatt League or an advanced Megawatt League with different challenge requirements. Teams get an assigned industry mentor and monthly calls, submit written deliverables on a set schedule, and present a poster and a 90-second pitch at a final event. The 2027 edition has already selected its teams and is closed to …

Industries covered

Energy Tech

Grants under Marine Energy Collegiate Competition (MECC) 2027

Each grant below is a distinct funding opportunity with its own eligibility, scope, and deliverables.

Marine Energy Collegiate Competition (MECC) 2027

Between cycles

Pays U.S. college teams up to $15,000 each to design, build and pitch marine-energy solutions for real ocean-power markets.

$470K pool