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The '''Feedstock-Conversion Interface Consortium''' (FCIC) is a Department of Energy initiative launched in 2016 under the [[Bioenergy Technologies Office]] (BETO) to tackle feedstock variability challenges in biorefineries, uniting nine national laboratories—including Idaho National Laboratory (INL), [[National Renewable Energy Laboratory]] (NREL), and [[Oak Ridge National Laboratory]] (ORNL)—with industry advisors. | The '''Feedstock-Conversion Interface Consortium''' (FCIC) is a Department of Energy initiative launched in 2016 under the [[Bioenergy Technologies Office]] (BETO) to tackle feedstock variability challenges in biorefineries, uniting nine national laboratories—including Idaho National Laboratory (INL), [[National Renewable Energy Laboratory]] (NREL), and [[Oak Ridge National Laboratory]] (ORNL)—with industry advisors. | ||
It employs tools like MFiX for multiphase flow modeling and has produced over 40 studies, culminating in the 2025 Capstone Report, which quantifies variability’s impact on conversion economics and reliability.< | It employs tools like MFiX for multiphase flow modeling and has produced over 40 studies, culminating in the 2025 Capstone Report, which quantifies variability’s impact on conversion economics and reliability.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.energy.gov/eere/bioenergy/feedstock-conversion-interface-consortium |title=FCIC Overview |publisher=Department of Energy}}</ref> With the FY25 Industry Partnership Call announced in January 2025, FCIC continues to bridge lab research and commercial deployment, supporting DOE’s sustainable aviation fuel and decarbonization goals. | ||
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==Goals== | ==Goals== | ||
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* Quantify and mitigate feedstock variability effects on biorefinery performance. | * Quantify and mitigate feedstock variability effects on biorefinery performance. | ||
* Develop science-based tools and strategies to optimize biomass preprocessing and conversion. | * Develop science-based tools and strategies to optimize biomass preprocessing and conversion. | ||
* Enhance industry adoption of bioenergy solutions through validated, scalable technologies.< | * Enhance industry adoption of bioenergy solutions through validated, scalable technologies.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.energy.gov/eere/bioenergy/articles/department-energy-announces-fy25-feedstock-conversion-interface-consortium |title=FY25 FCIC Call |publisher=Department of Energy}}</ref> | ||
==Organization== | ==Organization== | ||
The Feedstock-Conversion Interface Consortium is sponsored by BETO, with research coordinated across nine DOE national labs, led by a BETO Program Manager who oversees task-focused teams.< | The Feedstock-Conversion Interface Consortium is sponsored by BETO, with research coordinated across nine DOE national labs, led by a BETO Program Manager who oversees task-focused teams.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.energy.gov/eere/bioenergy/articles/about-feedstock-conversion-interface-consortium |title=About FCIC |publisher=Department of Energy}}</ref> Funding from BETO supports lab operations, industry Cooperative Research and Development Agreements (CRADAs), and data sharing via a LabKey-based Bioenergy Data Hub, integrating tools like MFiX from NETL’s Multiphase Flow Science program. | ||
==Partners== | ==Partners== | ||
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==History== | ==History== | ||
FCIC was established in 2016 to address biorefinery scale-up risks, building on BETO’s feedstock research and formalized at the 2017 Project Peer Review.< | FCIC was established in 2016 to address biorefinery scale-up risks, building on BETO’s feedstock research and formalized at the 2017 Project Peer Review.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.energy.gov/eere/bioenergy/articles/beto-launches-new-feedstock-conversion-interface-consortium |title=FCIC Launch |publisher=Department of Energy}}</ref> Milestones include the FY21 Annual Review detailing conversion advances, the 2023 CRADA Call fostering industry ties, and the 2025 Capstone Report synthesizing findings. The FY25 Partnership Call, launched January 17, 2025, extends its impact, aligning with DOE’s broader bioenergy strategy without a set end. | ||
==Funding== | ==Funding== | ||
Initial funding in 2016 was not publicly specified, sourced from BETO’s bioenergy R&D budget.< | Initial funding in 2016 was not publicly specified, sourced from BETO’s bioenergy R&D budget.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.energy.gov/eere/bioenergy/feedstock-conversion-interface-consortium |title=FCIC Overview |publisher=Department of Energy}}</ref> Ongoing support continues via BETO appropriations—e.g., tied to $35 million in 2020 bioenergy R&D—funding labs, CRADAs, and data hubs, with no termination date as it supports long-term decarbonization goals. | ||
==Implementation== | ==Implementation== | ||
FCIC conducts research via lab-led tasks on biomass preprocessing and conversion, deploying tools like MFiX for CFD modeling and validating results at facilities like NREL’s Integrated Biorefinery.< | FCIC conducts research via lab-led tasks on biomass preprocessing and conversion, deploying tools like MFiX for CFD modeling and validating results at facilities like NREL’s Integrated Biorefinery.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://mfix.netl.doe.gov |title=NETL Multiphase Flow Science |publisher=National Energy Technology Laboratory}}</ref> It advances through studies (e.g., FY21 report), industry partnerships (2023-2025 CRADAs), and data sharing, remaining ongoing as it adapts to bioenergy needs. | ||
==Related== | ==Related== | ||
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[[Category:Programs and initiatives]] | [[Category:Programs and initiatives]] | ||
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[[Category:Department of Energy]] | [[Category:Department of Energy]] | ||
[[Category:Partnerships]] | [[Category:Partnerships]] | ||
Revision as of 00:32, 4 March 2025
Stored: Feedstock-Conversion Interface Consortium
| Type | Program |
|---|---|
| Sponsor Organization | Bioenergy Technologies Office |
| Top Organization | Department of Energy |
| Creation Legislation | None |
| Website | Website |
| Purpose | The Feedstock-Conversion Interface Consortium advances biorefinery reliability by researching and mitigating feedstock variability impacts on bioenergy conversion processes. It aims to de-risk scale-up and deployment through first-principles science, enhancing the bioenergy and bioproducts value chain. |
| Program Start | 2016 |
| Initial Funding | Not publicly specified |
| Duration | Ongoing |
| Historic | No |
The Feedstock-Conversion Interface Consortium (FCIC) is a Department of Energy initiative launched in 2016 under the Bioenergy Technologies Office (BETO) to tackle feedstock variability challenges in biorefineries, uniting nine national laboratories—including Idaho National Laboratory (INL), National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), and Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL)—with industry advisors.
It employs tools like MFiX for multiphase flow modeling and has produced over 40 studies, culminating in the 2025 Capstone Report, which quantifies variability’s impact on conversion economics and reliability.[1] With the FY25 Industry Partnership Call announced in January 2025, FCIC continues to bridge lab research and commercial deployment, supporting DOE’s sustainable aviation fuel and decarbonization goals.
Goals
- Quantify and mitigate feedstock variability effects on biorefinery performance.
- Develop science-based tools and strategies to optimize biomass preprocessing and conversion.
- Enhance industry adoption of bioenergy solutions through validated, scalable technologies.[2]
Organization
The Feedstock-Conversion Interface Consortium is sponsored by BETO, with research coordinated across nine DOE national labs, led by a BETO Program Manager who oversees task-focused teams.[3] Funding from BETO supports lab operations, industry Cooperative Research and Development Agreements (CRADAs), and data sharing via a LabKey-based Bioenergy Data Hub, integrating tools like MFiX from NETL’s Multiphase Flow Science program.
Partners
- Idaho National Laboratory
- National Renewable Energy Laboratory
- Oak Ridge National Laboratory
- Argonne National Laboratory
History
FCIC was established in 2016 to address biorefinery scale-up risks, building on BETO’s feedstock research and formalized at the 2017 Project Peer Review.[4] Milestones include the FY21 Annual Review detailing conversion advances, the 2023 CRADA Call fostering industry ties, and the 2025 Capstone Report synthesizing findings. The FY25 Partnership Call, launched January 17, 2025, extends its impact, aligning with DOE’s broader bioenergy strategy without a set end.
Funding
Initial funding in 2016 was not publicly specified, sourced from BETO’s bioenergy R&D budget.[5] Ongoing support continues via BETO appropriations—e.g., tied to $35 million in 2020 bioenergy R&D—funding labs, CRADAs, and data hubs, with no termination date as it supports long-term decarbonization goals.
Implementation
FCIC conducts research via lab-led tasks on biomass preprocessing and conversion, deploying tools like MFiX for CFD modeling and validating results at facilities like NREL’s Integrated Biorefinery.[6] It advances through studies (e.g., FY21 report), industry partnerships (2023-2025 CRADAs), and data sharing, remaining ongoing as it adapts to bioenergy needs.
Related
External links
- https://www.energy.gov/eere/bioenergy/feedstock-conversion-interface-consortium
- https://mfix.netl.doe.gov
- wikipedia:Bioenergy
Social media
References
- ↑ "FCIC Overview". Department of Energy. https://www.energy.gov/eere/bioenergy/feedstock-conversion-interface-consortium.
- ↑ "FY25 FCIC Call". Department of Energy. https://www.energy.gov/eere/bioenergy/articles/department-energy-announces-fy25-feedstock-conversion-interface-consortium.
- ↑ "About FCIC". Department of Energy. https://www.energy.gov/eere/bioenergy/articles/about-feedstock-conversion-interface-consortium.
- ↑ "FCIC Launch". Department of Energy. https://www.energy.gov/eere/bioenergy/articles/beto-launches-new-feedstock-conversion-interface-consortium.
- ↑ "FCIC Overview". Department of Energy. https://www.energy.gov/eere/bioenergy/feedstock-conversion-interface-consortium.
- ↑ "NETL Multiphase Flow Science". National Energy Technology Laboratory. https://mfix.netl.doe.gov.