The BIRD Energy program, a collaborative effort between the U.S. and Israel, has announced an investment of $7.5 million in five clean energy projects as part of their ongoing commitment to fostering joint research and development initiatives. These projects, with a total investment value of $16 million including private sector contributions, cover areas such as energy efficiency, hydrogen energy, recycling, and storage. Partnerships between U.S. and Israeli companies, research institutions, and universities are essential criteria for receiving funding. Noteworthy projects approved include the development of hydrogen as a dual fuel for marine engines, the next generation of green ammonia production, high-efficiency heat pump technology for residential buildings, clean alternatives to emergency generators, and chemical recycling of PVC waste streams.