Pilot Plant to Enhance Sustainable Conversion of Biomass to Ethanol Fuels in NC

Organization:

North Carolina State University

Amount:

$1,491,734.86

Program Area:

Open Grants Program

County of Applicant:

Wake

Year:

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.

Contact:

Mr. Matt K. Ronning2601 Wolf Village WayAdmin Services III, Suite 240Raleigh, North Carolina 27695-7514(919) 513-1981

Areas Served:

Statewide

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