![]() These reports included a detailed business plan describing the method, process and costs for full implementation the proven ability of the technologies to recover phosphorus the potential revenue streams associated with recovered phosphorus and an explanation of the suitability of technology or practice to address Vermont’s existing phosphorus challenge. The final component of Stage Two for VPIC was the submission of a final business report earlier this fall. Over the summer, field visits were made to each group to monitor progress on implementation and to further understand the respective technologies. Beginning in September 2018, awardees engaged in technology prototyping and business case development, honing their technologies for phosphorus recovery and researching the market potential for the extracted nutrients. Of the 27 initial VPIC applicants, six groups were selected for initial funding awards. These new technologies aim to make existing protections even more effective. VPIC complements ongoing, essential work to install conservation measures and best management practices to reduce phosphorus losses from farms and in stormwater runoff from developed lands. VPIC was announced in February 2018 as an X-Prize style competition to harness creative solutions to address phosphorus pollution in Vermont. “Congratulations to the groups who are moving on in the competition and I look forward to seeing your creative solutions develop in the coming months.” “These innovative projects not only enhance our efforts to restore Vermont’s waterways but also promote economic growth and environmental sustainability,” said Governor Scott. Vermont Business Magazine Governor Phil Scott today announced over $1 million in state funding awarded to five groups for innovative technologies to separate and extract phosphorus from various waste streams as part of Stage Three of the Vermont Phosphorus Innovation Challenge (VPIC). ![]() To watch Governor Scott's press conference on VPIC, click on image above from the governor's Facebook page.
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