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Joint BioEnergy Institute (JBEI) is a U.S. Department of Energy Bioenergy Research Center dedicated to developing advanced biofuels and bioproducts from plant biomass.
It is a collaborative effort led by Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, focusing on overcoming the challenges of biomass recalcitrance and creating sustainable energy solutions.
Mission
JBEI's mission is to develop scientific breakthroughs that enable the production of renewable biofuels and bioproducts from plant biomass. It seeks to address the technical, economic, and environmental challenges associated with converting biomass into sustainable energy sources, thereby reducing reliance on fossil fuels and mitigating climate change"About JBEI". Joint BioEnergy Institute. https://www.jbei.org/about/..
Parent organization
JBEI is led by Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, with funding from the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Science. This partnership ensures JBEI's alignment with national energy research priorities.
Legislation
JBEI was established through funding from the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Science, without specific legislative creation, as part of a broader initiative to advance bioenergy research.
Partners
- Sandia National Laboratories
- Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
- University of California, Berkeley
- University of California, Davis
- Carnegie Institution for Science
Number of employees
JBEI employs approximately 160 researchers, scientists, and support staff"About JBEI". Joint BioEnergy Institute. https://www.jbei.org/about/..
Organization structure
JBEI's structure includes:
- Feedstocks Division: Develops bioenergy crops optimized for fuel production.
- Deconstruction Division: Focuses on breaking down biomass into usable sugars and lignin.
- Fuels Synthesis Division: Engineers microbes to convert biomass into biofuels.
- Technologies Division: Develops tools and technologies to support research.
Leader
JBEI is headed by a Chief Executive Officer.
Divisions
- Feedstocks Division - Deconstruction Division - Fuels Synthesis Division - Technologies Division"Research Areas". Joint BioEnergy Institute. https://www.jbei.org/research/.
List of programs
- Bioenergy Crop Development
- Biomass Deconstruction Technologies
- Microbial Engineering for Biofuels
- Bioproduct Innovation
Last total enacted budget
JBEI received $40,000,000 for Fiscal Year 2023 from the U.S. Department of Energy"DOE Renews Funding for Berkeley Lab’s Joint BioEnergy Institute". Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. https://newscenter.lbl.gov/2023/03/17/doe-renews-funding-for-berkeley-labs-joint-bioenergy-institute/..
Staff
JBEI employs around 160 individuals, including scientists, postdocs, and support staff, working collaboratively across its partner institutions.
Funding
JBEI's funding comes primarily from the U.S. Department of Energy, with periodic renewals supporting its research since its establishment in 2007.
Services provided
JBEI provides research services focused on developing advanced biofuels and bioproducts, including engineering bioenergy crops, deconstructing biomass, and synthesizing fuels through microbial processes, all aimed at creating sustainable energy solutions.
Regulations overseen
JBEI does not oversee regulations but conducts research that informs policy and regulatory frameworks in the bioenergy sector.
Headquarters address
5885 Hollis St, Emeryville, CA 94608
History
Established in 2007, JBEI has been a leader in bioenergy research, focusing on overcoming biomass recalcitrance and developing sustainable biofuels. It has produced numerous patents and publications, contributing significantly to the field of renewable energy.