Cellulose ester bioplastics from organic waste-based fatty acids

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DESC0024995
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Awarding agency
Obligated
$206,500

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81.049 Office of Science Financial Assistance Program
Completion date
Place of performance
Somerville, MA 02143, USA

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About this award

The Department of Energy (DOE) awarded a $206,500 Project Grant under the Office of Science Financial Assistance Program (CFDA 81.049) to Capro-X, Inc., a minority-owned and Hispanic American-owned sustainable ag-tech startup in Somerville, MA. The grant funding supports the development of cellulose ester bioplastics derived from organic waste-based fatty acids. Capro-X, Inc. specializes in biotechnology innovations focused on upcycling organic waste streams, particularly from the dairy industry, to create valuable chemical products. This DOE grant award aims to advance the company's research and development of innovative bioprocessing technologies that can transform waste materials into sustainable bioplastic solutions.

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Who received award DESC0024995?

DESC0024995 was awarded to Capro-X, Inc. by Office of Science (Department of Energy) on July 22, 2024.

How much is award DESC0024995 worth?

$206,500 has been obligated on DESC0024995.

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