Shell GameChanger is seeking start-ups or small- or medium-sized enterprises with early- to mid-stage technologies that could significantly reduce the carbon intensity of the Shell Chemicals portfolio. Companies with early-stage technologies (TRL 2-5) will be considered for the Shell GameChanger program, for which the funding opportunity will be in the range of $200,000 USD (depending on scope) to progress a “proof of concept” in a phased approach over a period of 12 – 18 months. Those with mid-stage technologies (TRL 6-7) will be considered for direct collaboration with Shell’s Chemicals technology group.
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This is an electronic Request-for-Partners (eRFP) Challenge; the Solver will only need to submit a written proposal to be evaluated by the Seeker with the goal of establishing a formal collaboration.
Overview
Chemical products are essential for maintaining and improving modern society’s quality of life. The industrial production of these chemicals is dominated by energy-intensive processes via steam cracking of hydrocarbon feedstocks (naphtha, light paraffin, and natural gas liquids), and their carbon footprint is significant. The challenge for the industry is to decrease the carbon footprint whilst satisfying an increasing demand at an affordable price. Shell is a major player in the chemicals industry and is seeking partners with innovative technologies that significantly reduce the carbon intensity related to Shell’s Chemicals portfolio.
Submissions to this Challenge must be received by 11:59 PM (US Eastern Time) on 31-Aug-2021.
About the Seeker
Founded in 1996, the Shell GameChanger program works with businesses on unproven early-stage ideas with the potential to impact the future of energy. It provides start-ups with support, expertise and seed funding, but gives them the independence to make their own decisions.
Source: InnoCentive
