Energy Technology Maturation Act of 2017

Bill 115 s 1799, also known as the Energy Technology Maturation Act of 2017, aims to support the development and commercialization of innovative energy technologies in the United States. The bill focuses on providing funding and resources to help bring new energy technologies to market, with the goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and increasing energy efficiency.

Key provisions of the bill include establishing a competitive grant program to fund the maturation and commercialization of energy technologies, as well as providing technical assistance and support to help companies navigate the regulatory process. The bill also calls for the creation of a public-private partnership to facilitate collaboration between government agencies, research institutions, and private sector companies.

Additionally, the Energy Technology Maturation Act of 2017 includes measures to promote workforce development in the energy sector, with a focus on training workers for jobs in emerging energy technologies. The bill also emphasizes the importance of promoting diversity and inclusion in the energy industry, with provisions to support minority-owned and women-owned businesses. Overall, the Energy Technology Maturation Act of 2017 seeks to accelerate the development and deployment of innovative energy technologies in the United States, with the ultimate goal of reducing carbon emissions and increasing energy efficiency.