Power At Sea Prize

Dear Power at Sea Prize Community, 

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Power at Sea Prize “Ask!” and “Explore!” webinars. Your engagement and curiosity truly enriched the discussions. For those who missed the live sessions or wish to revisit key moments, we’re pleased to announce that the recordings are now available on our American-Made Challenges YouTube channel. Please click on the links above to access the recordings.

Looking ahead, we’re excited to continue our webinar series with two more dynamic sessions, designed to further your understanding and spark your innovative spirit in marine energy solutions:

• Innovate!

Monday, June 24 at 2 p.m. ET (12 p.m. MT)

Join our experts from the Department of Energy’s Water Power Technologies Office, Pacific Northwest National Lab, and National Renewable Energy Laboratory as we delve into an early-stage marine energy use case. This session will outline the specific challenges, the communities impacted, and the abundant opportunities available for new innovators. We aim to build a diverse community of innovators, welcoming those historically underrepresented in STEM and individuals new to Marine Energy. Don’t miss this chance to bring your ideas to life and compete in the first phase of the prize, CONCEPT, for a part of the $200,000 cash prize. 

Click here to register for the Innovate! webinar.

• OpenSeas Webinar: From Idea to Implementation

Tuesday, June 25, at 12.30 p.m. ET (10:30 a.m. MT)

Friday, June 28, at 4 p.m. ET (2 p.m. MT)

Taking an innovative idea to a successfully sustained enterprise that delivers its value to the world requires two major components that proceed in parallel – the development of technology, and the development of the business opportunity. This webinar will discuss the commercialization process – and how to increase the probability of your success beyond the Power at Sea Challenge.

Register here through Calendly.

Finally, do you need mentorship with your CONCEPT Phase submission? Then sign up for a (free!) individual team consultation, or join the open office hours provided by our prize Power Connector: OpenSeas. Their organization is here to provide invaluable support to all the teams participating in the challenge. Click here to see specific times available.

Don’t wait! Register now to secure your spot in the Power At Sea Prize: Innovate! webinar, OpenSeas Webinar: From Idea to Implementation. Be sure to sign up for consulting time with OpenSeas, so that your team can make the most of these opportunities to enhance your submissions.

Looking forward to connecting soon,

The Power at Sea Prize Administrative Team

Celebrate Earth Day by joining the Power at Sea Prize: Explore webinar, on April 22, at 2 p.m. ET. This enlightening session will introduce the crucial role you can play in advancing sustainable solutions for marine renewable energy. We’ll cover the various types, practical applications, and the challenges facing the field. We’ll also review the basic details of the Power at Sea Prize, including its structure, cash prizes, and important submission reminders. 

Whether you’re a stakeholder in marine technologies, a researcher, or simply curious about marine renewable energy, this webinar will equip you with essential information and an opportunity to engage with experts from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Water Power Technologies Office, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, and National Renewable Energy Laboratory. Don’t miss out on this informative event! Click here to register. 

Have any burning questions about the Power at Sea Prize competition? Curious about the challenge areas, blue economy applications, or need clarity on the submission process? Then join us for our upcoming 30-minute Power at Sea Prize: Ask webinar on Wednesday, April 3, at 1 p.m. ET

This unique webinar marks the beginning of our webinar series Power at Sea: Ask, Explore, Innovate, Apply and offers competitors the opportunity to engage directly with our experts. 

This ‘Ask Me Anything’ style webinar is designed just for you. Whether you’re brainstorming your first concept or fine-tuning your submission, this is an invaluable chance to get insights directly from the source. Here’s what you can expect:

• Exclusive Insights: Deep dive into the objectives and expectations of the Power at Sea Prize. 
• Live Q&A: Our experts will be on hand to answer your questions in real-time. 
• Guidance and Support: Learn more about the resources available to help your submission stand out. 

Don’t let this wave of information pass you by! Click here to register for the webinar and secure your spot in what promises to be an enlightening session. 

Looking forward to seeing you there! 

Wednesday, November 29, 2023 at 11:00am MT/1:00pm ET

The Powering the Blue Economy™: Power at Sea Prize is seeking to advance marine-powered technologies that could help researchers realize a greater understanding of the world’s oceans. 

Through two phases, the prize will provide winners with access to direct support, including training, testing, and new connections with the goal of accelerating the advancement of marine energy concepts into real prototypes. Join this informational webinar to learn more about: 

• Deadlines and eligibility 
• CONCEPT Phase rules 
• How to put together a strong application 
• The challenge areas and blue economy applications to build your technology around 

Prize administrators will also leave time to answer participant questions at the end. 

Register to join here.