NSF award 2531248 · Pennsylvania State Univ University Park

Collaborative Research: Designing Drop-In Solid Biofuel Blends via Harmonization Across Combustion and Fuel Science

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30 April 2029

in 925 days · The award ends on 31 December 2028.

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Award number: 2531248
Period of support: 1 Jan 2026 – 31 Dec 2028
Amount: $284,323
Awardee: Pennsylvania State Univ University Park, University Park, PA
Program: CFS-Combustion & Fire Systems
Directorate: ENG

Abstract

The U.S. pellet market is worth almost $9 billion. The majority of pellets are made from hardwood processing waste, and their applications are limited to heating and energy generation. Biomass-based pellets could replace coal in some industrial settings if they can achieve a higher energy density and strength than wood-based pellets. Converting low-cost, regionally available materials such as food processing waste…

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