The Clean Fuels Foundation is now accepting applications for the Beth Calabotta Sustainability Education Grant, a $2,000 award that aims to support student scientists dedicated to sustainable research.
To qualify for the grant, students must complete an online application and include a letter of recommendation. If selected, the recipient must commit to participating in Clean Fuels Alliance America’s Sustainability Workshop scheduled for April 8-9, 2025, in Kansas City, Missouri. Grant funds should be utilized for travel and attendance of the workshop, with the remaining funds applied to academic expenses. Full eligibility requirements and criteria are listed in the online application.
Applicants have the opportunity to highlight their involvement in various topics including biodiesel and renewable diesel research, development related to feedstock and fuel production, environmental attributes and general energy studies. The deadline for applications is Friday, January 17, 2025 and the winner will be announced in February 2025.
The award was established in 2018 in memory of Beth Calabotta, who was director of Monsanto’s Bioenergy Development Program, and served on the biodiesel foundation board from 2007-2015.
Learn more about the grant and the Clean Fuels Foundation here.
Originally shared by Energy AgWired, October 9, 2024. Title updated for clarity and purpose.