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Beyond Petroleum-Based Dyes: Navigating the Shift to Natural Food Colors
The era of petroleum-based artificial food dyes in the United States is drawing to a close. In April 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration...
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Small Business Administration (SBA) 7(a) Loan Program
FUNDING PROGRAM: Small Business Administration (SBA) 7(a) Loan Program. FUNDING OPPORTUNITY NUMBER: sba.gov/7a FUNDING AGENCIES: Small Business Administration. OPPORTUNITY: The 7(a) Loan Program, SBA’s primary...
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Case by Case: Qualifying Expert Witnesses in the Bioeconomy
At LEC Partners, we’ve supported more than 100 bioeconomy expert witness cases, giving us direct insight into how specialized expertise can shape the outcome of...
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Scaling Bioprocesses Strategically: Unlocking Efficiency and Sustainability
Key Takeaways: Strategic Foundations Matter: Techno-economic analysis (TEA) provides a critical framework for scalable and cost-efficient bioprocesses. Driving Cost Reductions: Process optimization can reduce production...
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The Case for E-fuels Use in Aviation
by Pete Rocha, LEC Project Director and Low Carbon Hydrogen Center of Excellence leader Aviation is a significant contributor to carbon emissions, and it is...
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Turning Up The Heat: How Food & Beverage Electrification Can Unlock Competitive Advantage
In 2023, Jean-Etienne Gourgues, Chairman and CEO of Chivas Brothers, set an ambitious goal: Chivas would implement carbon neutral distillation by 2026. Gourgues wasn’t making...
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USDA Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Timber Production Expansion Guaranteed Loan Program
FUNDING PROGRAM: USDA Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Timber Production Expansion Guaranteed Loan Program. FUNDING OPPORTUNITY NUMBER: RBS–24–BUSINESS–0008. FUNDING AGENCIES: USDA Rural Business-Cooperative Service...
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Domestic Next-Gen Feedstocks: Revolutionizing the Bioeconomy (Part 2 of 2)
By Jennifer Kaplan In Part 1 of our series on next-gen feedstocks, we explored the exciting potential of agricultural byproducts in the bioeconomy. Now, let’s...
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Domestic Next-Gen Feedstocks: Revolutionizing the Bioeconomy (Part 1 of 2)
By Jennifer Kaplan Imagine a bioeconomy where sustainability is a fundamental prerequisite. While we have made much progress on bioeconomy technology, the challenges of...
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The Critical Role of Sulfur Removal Technology in Clean Energy Production
The Critical Role of Sulfur Removal Technology in Clean Energy Production As industries worldwide transition toward cleaner and more sustainable energy sources, efficient sulfur removal...
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Unlocking Value in Activated Carbon: Key Insights for Scaling and Market Entry
Activated carbon has become a critical component across various industries, from water purification to industrial gas treatment. As sustainability becomes central to business strategy, demand...
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Unlocking the Future of Plastic Waste: Pyrolysis Oil’s Role in Sustainable Innovation
Plastic waste is a growing global challenge. Thankfully, advanced recycling technologies are stepping in as a beacon of hope. Among the most promising innovations is...
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USDA Notice of Funding Opportunity for the Rural Energy for America Program for Fiscal Years 2025, 2026, and 2027
Notice: USDA Delays First FY2026 REAP Grant Window The USDA has announced a delay in the opening of the first grant application window for Fiscal...
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Green Hydrogen’s Growth Amid Market Challenges: Insights for Investors
The hydrogen economy is at a pivotal moment, with green hydrogen projects gaining traction despite recent setbacks in the blue hydrogen sector. Shell’s decision...
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Key Methods of Waste-to-Energy Conversion
At LEC Partners, we specialize in Waste-to-Energy (WTE) conversion, a sustainable method for transforming waste into valuable renewable energy. By focusing on waste management technologies...
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Comparison Of Precision Fermentation Proteins To Conventional Plant-Based Alternatives
Comparing Precision Fermentation Proteins to Traditional Plant-Based Alternatives In a world that’s increasingly focused on sustainable nutrition, precision fermentation is emerging as a promising innovation....