Pilot Plant to Enhance Sustainable Conversion of Biomass to Ethanol Fuels in NC
Organization:
North Carolina State University
Amount:
1491734.86
Program Area:
Open Grants Program
County of Applicant:
Wake
Year:
03/01/2007
Description:
Golden LEAF funds will be used to design, construct and commission a pilot plant to develop technology to convert low-value biomass resources easily grown in North Carolina into ethanol. The objectives of this project are to create markets for low-value agriculture products, boost the state’s economy, enhance economic opportunities and quality of life in rural communities, and foster and support a new biomass-based energy infrastructure.