Montana Biofuel Pellet Economic Evaluation Pilot

The purpose of this grant is to demonstrate the practicality and the economic feasibility of utilizing farm residue and/or native perennial grasses as a pelleted biofuel for commercial and residential heating applications. Through this grant, the grantee will help to ensure that Montana land managers have the knowledge and opportunity to participate in the new bioenergy economy. Soil conservation, carbon dioxide abatement, energy independence and new economic opportunities are some of the benefits this project intends to achieve.