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Welcome to the Biomass Research and Development Board

a photo of a algae farm and a grain siloThe Biomass Research and Development (BR&D) Board is a collaborative of 11 senior leaders from eight federal government agencies with the shared goal of scaling up and promoting the use of biofuels, bioproducts, and biopower for a stronger bioeconomy. The BR&D Board focuses on nine critical initiatives through its Interagency Working Groups to identify knowledge and research gaps and prioritize research and development for bioenergy.
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Board Members

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SAF Grand Challenge

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Interagency Working Groups

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Agency Roles and Responsibilities

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Technical Advisory Committee Meetings

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Legislation and Regulations

Sustainable Aviation Fuel Grand Challenge

BR&D Board members and their respective federal agencies are leveraging federal capabilities to support the Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Grand Challenge 2030 and 2050 goals.

In partnership with national laboratories, nongovernmental organizations, and the aviation, agricultural, and energy industries, the BR&D federal agency collaboration has developed the SAF Grand Challenge Roadmap and Implementation Framework as well as a metrics dashboard and report to track progress toward SAF Grand Challenge goals. Learn More.

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