Center for Advanced Bioenergy and Bioproducts Innovation
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Center for Advanced Bioenergy and Bioproducts Innovation (CABBI) is one of the U.S. Department of Energy's Bioenergy Research Centers, led by the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
CABBI focuses on developing advanced biofuels and bioproducts from dedicated bioenergy crops, utilizing a comprehensive approach that includes feedstock development, conversion technologies, and sustainability assessments.
Mission
CABBI's mission is to advance the science and technology behind the production of biofuels and bioproducts through an integrated approach that considers feedstock development, conversion processes, and sustainability. Their work includes pioneering research in agronomics, genomics, biosystems design, and computational biology to enhance the economic and environmental viability of bioenergy"About CABBI". Center for Advanced Bioenergy and Bioproducts Innovation. https://cabbi.bio/about/..
Parent organization
CABBI is led by the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and is part of a network supported by the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Science. This partnership facilitates research aimed at reducing America's dependence on fossil fuels.
Legislation
CABBI was established through funding from the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Science, without specific legislative creation, as part of the DOE's initiative to promote renewable energy research.
Partners
- Various academic institutions for collaborative research
- Industry partners for technology transfer and commercialization
- Other DOE Bioenergy Research Centers for shared goals and resources
Number of employees
CABBI employs around 300 researchers, scientists, and support staff across its collaborative network"People - CABBI". Center for Advanced Bioenergy and Bioproducts Innovation. https://cabbi.bio/people/..
Organization structure
CABBI's organizational structure revolves around three interconnected themes:
- Sustainability Theme: Evaluates the ecological and economic sustainability of bioenergy systems.
- Feedstock Production Theme: Focuses on developing high-yield, resilient bioenergy crops.
- Conversion Theme: Works on converting biomass into fuels and chemicals using advanced biotechnologies.
Leader
CABBI is led by a Director.
Divisions
- Sustainability Research
- Feedstock Production including Agronomy and Genomics
- Conversion and Bioprocessing"Research - CABBI". Center for Advanced Bioenergy and Bioproducts Innovation. https://cabbi.bio/research/.
List of programs
- High-Yield Bioenergy Crop Development
- Biomass Conversion Technologies
- Sustainability Modeling and Assessment
Last total enacted budget
CABBI was awarded $115,000,000 for Fiscal Year 2022 by the U.S. Department of Energy"DOE awards $115 million for UIUC-led bioenergy research center". University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. https://news.illinois.edu/view/6367/273323..
Staff
CABBI has approximately 300 individuals involved, including researchers, postdocs, students, and administrative staff, working across multiple institutions.
Funding
Funding for CABBI comes from the U.S. Department of Energy, with grants aimed at supporting research into sustainable bioenergy solutions. The center's funding reflects a commitment to long-term research with significant implications for energy and environmental policy.
Services provided
CABBI provides research services aimed at developing sustainable biofuels and bioproducts, from enhancing plant genetics to designing efficient microbial conversion processes, all while assessing the environmental impact to ensure sustainability.
Regulations overseen
CABBI does not oversee regulations but contributes to the scientific basis that informs policy in the bioenergy sector.
Headquarters address
1206 W Gregory Dr, Urbana, IL 61801
History
Founded in 2017, CABBI has been at the forefront of integrating scientific disciplines to address the challenges of bioenergy production. Its research aims to create a sustainable bioeconomy by leveraging plant and microbial biology for the production of fuels and chemicals.