The U.S. Department of Energy’s Industrial Efficiency and Decarbonization Office (IEDO) recently announced funding of more than $136 million for 66 projects aimed at advancing transformative technologies crucial for reducing energy demand and enhancing productivity in key industrial subsectors across the United States. These investments, supported by the Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office among others, are intended to accelerate the development of innovative solutions that will bolster the resilience and competitiveness of U.S. industrial supply chains in the face of evolving global markets. The projects selected for funding will focus on key industrial sectors, including chemicals and fuels, iron and steel, cement and concrete, forest and paper products, food and beverages, glass, and other industries. These sectors collectively account for a significant portion of the U.S. industrial energy demand, employ millions of Americans, and contribute substantially to the country's GDP. The funding will support the advancement of technologies critical for these industries' sustainability and growth. Part of the funding provided by the Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Technologies Office (HFTO) will go towards projects such as enhancing efficiency in the pulp and paper industries, promoting sustainable methanol production, and integrating electrolytic hydrogen-based processes in iron production to support green steel supply chains. These initiatives aim to drive innovation, reduce carbon emissions, and improve energy efficiency within the industrial sector. Overall, the investments seek to address barriers to the adoption of decarbonization technologies in industrial operations, thereby fostering economic growth, job creation, and environmental sustainability. By supporting the development of cutting-edge solutions across critical industrial subsectors, the DOE's funding endeavors to position the U.S. industry for long-term competitiveness and success in a rapidly changing global landscape.