The Department of Energy announced it would retract $3.7 billion in awards for clean energy and manufacturing projects, affecting 24 initiatives from major corporations and startups. Energy Secretary Chris Wrights referenced due diligence from the prior administration but did not disclose specific reasons. Key companies like Exxon Mobil and startups such as Sublime Systems and Brimstone Energy were among the impacted projects. Sublime expressed disappointment, highlighting their progress, while Brimstone remained optimistic about resolution.
"Sublime was surprised and disappointed to receive the news about the termination of our Industrial Demonstrations Program award, given the clear progress we've made in scaling our technology."
"Energy secretary Chris Wrights' statement did not cite specific reasons why the projects were canceled, but suggested the use of audit powers to rescind the awards."
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