The National Science Foundation (NSF) awarded a $999,523 Cooperative Agreement under its Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships (CFDA 47.084) program to Silvis Materials, Inc., a small disadvantaged business based in Boulder, CO. The project aims to develop and validate sustainable, aqueous cellulosic emulsions and binders to displace petroleum-based products used in packaging and building materials. Key objectives include creating, testing, and scaling working prototypes of these renewable emulsions to help manufacturers reduce their Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions by 10-30% and transition away from fossil fuel-derived materials by up to 100% by 2030. The award runs from September 2024 through August 2026 and is expected to have broader societal and national security impacts by reducing carbon emissions and dependency on non-renewable resources.
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