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Meeting the Energy Challenges of New Jersey and the Nation

The Rutgers Energy Institute (REI) integrates Rutgers’ expertise in science, engineering, economics, and policy, putting it at the forefront of alternative energy research. At this critical juncture in history, we have the opportunity to transition from 20th-century technologies to those that sustain economic growth and preserve the integrity of our environment. about REI

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2009-2010 Energy Innovation Contest
Innovation ContestAnnouncing the 2009-2010 Energy Innovation Contest for undergraduates to stamp out carbon emissions on New Brunswick Campus

The Rutgers Energy Institute will offer three awards ($2,500 for first place, $1,500 for second place, and $1,000 for third place) to students who develop the best innovative plans to reduce student energy consumption and promote eco-friendly practices throughout the New Brunswick Campus.

Individual or teams of enrolled undergraduate students in any program on the New Brunswick Campus are eligible. Students are encouraged to consult with faculty advisers in various departments to help form teams and develop plans.

Proposals should be submitted on or before
April 1, 2010.
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Rutgers University awarded "Energy Educator of the Year".

Clean EnergyBoard of Public Utilities Recognizes New Jersey's Clean Energy Leaders

Wed Oct 21, 2009 7:58pm EDT

BPU Commissioners present 2009 NJ Clean Energy Leadership Awards
Energy Educator of the Year - Rutgers University


quote.gifThe Energy Educator Award recognizes a school, college or university for its efforts to improve the energy efficiency and use of renewable technologies in their facilities and for implementing specific programs and activities to involve students and include energy education in their curricula.
After citing numerous specific examples of the model work being done at Rutgers University, Commissioner Randall remarked that, "The level of educational outreach, the widespread application of energy conservation measures and the continued support of New Jersey's Energy Master Plan earned Rutgers University the award for 2009 Energy Educator of the Year." She then presented the award to Michael Kornitas, Energy Conservation Manager at Rutgers University.

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David and Lucile Packard Foundation

packardAgriculture Strategic Plan 2009-2010

2009-2010 Grant Guidelines and Request for Proposal for: Synthesis, Analysis, and Research on Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Nitrogen Pollution

Request for proposal

In March 2008, the Packard Foundation launched an Agriculture grantmaking strategy to support work aimed at achieving a:

  • 20% reduction in projected net U.S. agricultural greenhouse gas emissions and nitrogen pollution by 2020; and, 
  • 20% reduction projected net greenhouse gas emissions and nitrogen pollution associated with global biofuel production by 2020

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Northeast Sun Grant Initiative 2010

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Letter of Intent (required): Friday, November 13, 2009 (5 pm Eastern)
Full Application: Wednesday, February 3, 2010 (5 pm Eastern)

Request for Applications 

quote.gif The Northeast Sun Grant Initiative (NESGI) Competitive Grants Program announces the availability of funds and seeks proposals from qualified institutions that address the three strategic areas elucidated in the 2004 NE-SGI Roadmap, i.e., BioFuels, BioPower and BioProducts. In 2010, Northeast Sun Grant Initiative expects to award $1,050,000 and will seek proposals with emphasis on northeast region biofuels systems modeling, industrial ecology and environmental impact, and distributed scalable technologies. 

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