Biomass Research and Development Initiative Competitive Grants Program (BRDI)

Department Of Agriculture, National Institute Of Food And Agriculture

To carry out research on and development and demonstration of: (A) biofuels and biobased products; and (B) the methods, practices, and technologies, for the production of biofuels and biobased products.

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Helps businesses develop and improve biomass technologies. Provides funding for projects that enhance the use of renewable biomass resources.

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Deadline
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Status
Rolling Intake
Category
Clean Energy & Environment
Organization
Department Of Agriculture, National Institute Of Food And Agriculture

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