Supporting Anaerobic Digestion (AD) in Communities
Deadline: 7/14/2020
Amount: $50,000–$300,000
Description:
The purpose of this program is to accelerate the development of new, or enhance/increase existing, anaerobic digestion (AD) capacity and infrastructure in the United States. Funding will support projects that are designed to increase the use of AD for management of organic (plant and animal) materials by creating new AD capacity, optimizing the use of existing capacity, or identifying strategies that otherwise result in an increase in management of organic materials through AD.
For the purposes of this program, AD is defined as the natural process in which microorganisms break down organic materials, including animal manure; food scraps; fats, oils, and greases; industrial organic residuals; and sewage sludge (biosolids). Food waste diverted from landfills and incinerators can be managed at AD facilities. The AD process generates biogas, a type of renewable energy, and digestate, a product that can improve soil health. Projects that demonstrate effective marketing and/or sale of AD products are encouraged.
Eligible Applicants:
Local Government
Academic Institutions
Native American Tribe
Non Profits
State Government