E-SCRAP Prize

Did you miss the second informational webinar from last week? Don't worry! A recording of the second informational webinar, covering eligibility, deadlines, submission requirements, and more, is now available. If you missed this valuable session, stream it now and/or view the accompanying slides to catch up on any prize details you may have missed. Questions asked from this webinar are available to view on the HeroX Forum.

Don't forget: The deadline to submit your Phase 1 entry to E-SCRAP is September 4, at 5 p.m. ET.

There’s still time to reach out to prize partners, and , who are happy to review your submission and provide guidance. You can also use the public HeroX Forum to ask questions and spark discussions with HeroX community members or email with additional questions. 

Join us tomorrow, June 18, at 12 p.m. ET, for an informational webinar to learn about the new ~$4M Electronics Scrap Recycling Advancement Prize (E-SCRAP). This new prize is designed to stimulate innovative approaches that reduce the costs and environmental impact of critical material recovery from e-scrap.

The goal of the prize is to to stimulate innovative approaches that reduce the costs and environmental impact of critical material recovery from electronic scrap (e-scrap). E-SCRAP will award $50,000 to 10 competitors in Phase 1: Incubate.

Register today to join tomorrow’s webinar!

Register now to join the Electronics Scrap Recycling Advancement Prize (E-SCRAP) Informational Webinar on June 18 at 12 p.m. ET. This ~$4M prize challenges competitors to identify opportunities that optimize material separation technologies, enhance recovery of critical materials, or stimulate circular supply chains to enhance the domestic production and utilization of vital critical materials from electronic waste. 

Competitors in E-SCRAP will substantially increase the production and use of critical materials recovered from electronic waste. 

The informational webinar will present prize goals, timeline, prizes, eligibility requirements, and more. Plus, prize administrators will answer your questions live!

Register here for the June 18 webinar.

Mark your calendars! Join us on June 18 for an informational webinar about the Electronics Scrap Recycling Advancement Prize (E-SCRAP). 

This prize encourages the development of technologies that validate, optimize, and integrate critical material recovery, promoting sustainable practices and supporting DOE's vision for a resilient, secure, and environmentally just critical minerals and materials supply chain. 

Prize organizers of this ~$4M prize will share the prize timeline, goals, awards, and eligibility requirements. Plus, they’ll answer your questions about the prize live, so make sure you join to get your questions answered! 

Help revolutionize critical material recovery by joining E-SCRAP. Register for the webinar today to learn more!

Have you started your E-SCRAP application yet? Competitors have access to application support from our prize partners, ADL Ventures and yet2. 

ADL is an innovation consulting & business development firm that focuses on projects aimed at the decarbonization of three key industries: construction, transportation, and energy.

yet2 operates at the hub of global technology innovation and have leveraged their global network of affiliates, online technology marketplace, a proprietary database of several million promising startups and solution providers, to scout cutting-edge companies and technology beyond the reach of most clients. 

Interested applicants can contact ADL Ventures or yet2 directly to:  

• Gain relevant, up-to-date insight   
• Receive direct, one-on-one advisory support and submission feedback from a team of experts. 

If you anticipate needing or wanting support, we highly suggest reaching out to schedule a meeting with our Power Connectors as soon as possible. 

Join the Teaming Platform 

Applicants interested in teaming up with another company along the value chain are encouraged to participate in teaming. PRO TIP: Collaborating with another competitor who aligns with your innovation and fills in a gap you may be missing is a great way to make your application stronger and more competitive. Fill out this form to get started. 

Additional Resources 

• Watch the Informational Webinar and view the slides to get an overview of the Electronics Scrap Recycling Advancement Prize. Questions asked from the webinars are available to view on the HeroX Forum.
• Read the Official Rules to find more details about the prize.   
• Follow the prize on HeroX to receive important updates and deadline reminders.    

Don’t forget: E-SCRAP submissions are due by Sept. 4 at 5 p.m. ET.