Energy Crops for North Carolina

Organization:

North Carolina State University

Amount:

$147,116.12

Program Area:

Open Grants Program

County of Applicant:

Wake

Year:

2005

Description:

The purpose of this Golden LEAF grant is to demonstrate the viability of three crops and their potential for electricity generation, gasification, and ethanol and biodiesel production. The three crops to be studied are canola, switchgrass and hulless barley. The project will consist of crop research and demonstration, economic analysis, evaluation of commercial potential, and outreach and education.

Contact:

Ms. Karen A. Roddy2601 Wolf Village WayAdmin Services III, Suite 240Raleigh, North Carolina 27695-7514(252) 985-9868

Areas Served:

Statewide

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