Harnessing just a small part of this energy could greatly help meet U.S. energy demands, including grid electricity, offshore operations and rural or remote communities, which often depend on costly fossil-fuel deliveries.
America's aging water infrastructure is in need of repair, with many dams and water systems across the country nearing or exceeding their intended lifespans.
Communities lacking adequate waste management services often struggle with inefficient recycling and composting options, leading to increased greenhouse gas emissions and public health issues.
The program is split into four phases: Concept, Engineer, Permit, Operate. Participating teams may win up to $12 million as they achieve design, development and deployment milestones.
According to the Electric Power Research Institute, data centers could consume up to 9% of U.S. electricity generation annually by 2030, up from 4% in 2023.
The initiative includes a special focus on behavioral health and will provide significant support to local health care systems in their quest to enhance care delivery and reduce disparities.
The BEAD program is one part of the “Internet for All” initiative, the goal of which is to provide affordable, reliable, high-speed internet service to every American.