Through innovative discovery and strategic industry partnership, the Louisiana Institute for Biofuels and Bioprocessing provides a sound, science-based roadmap to support new biofuels and bioprocessing enterprises in Louisiana. The institute links our state’s agricultural base with emerging bioenergy initiatives, thereby expanding and strengthening local, state and regional economies.

Louisiana’s agricultural base is strong and diverse. The state’s sub-tropical climate supports an array of crop and forest species, many of which have potential as raw materials for fuel and chemical enterprises. Such ability, coupled with existing industrial capacity for fuel and chemical processing, positions Louisiana to be a strong player in biofuel and bioprocessing arenas.

The Louisiana Institute for Biofuels and Bioprocessing was established by the Louisiana Board of Regents in December 2009. Read the proposal.

The institute’s objectives:

• Develop economically and ecologically viable technologies to produce biofuels, polymers and specialty chemicals from agricultural crop and forest species in Louisiana.
• Prioritize directions for biofuel and bioprocessing efforts to ensure sustainability and compatibility with Louisiana agricultural industries.
• Facilitate information exchange and foster collaboration among stakeholders at all levels.
• Deliver technical expertise and science-based information to industry clientele, policy makers and the public.
• Provide training and educational opportunities for professionals in emerging biofuels and bioprocessing industries.