Decarbonizing the Transportation Sector for a Cleaner Tomorrow
EcoGrains transforms low-value Distillers Grains with Solubles (DGS) an ethanol by product into Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).
About us
EcoGrains transforms surplus distillers grains with solubles (DGS) into sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) through advanced microbial fermentation and catalytic conversion technologies.
Building on cutting-edge innovations developed at Sandia National Laboratories (SNL), EcoGrains makes DGS-to-SAF conversion cost-competitive with fossil fuel production and capable of delivering higher-performing fuels. These fuels provide an exceptional alternative to conventional fossil fuels, supporting the transition to a more sustainable and efficient future.
Your Partner in Sustainable Fuel Innovation
Ecograins is committed to leading the charge in sustainable fuel solutions for industries that power our world. Join us in our mission to fuel the future responsibly.
Motorsports Performance Fuels
Leading the way in motorsports, our performance fuels blend cutting-edge biofuel technology with eco-conscious design. We address the need for high power and sustainability, transforming the future of competitive racing.
Eco-Optimized Fuel for Heavy Machinery
We’re shaping the future of heavy machinery with eco-optimized fuels that cut emissions and boost efficiency. Our experimental biofuels tackle current environmental challenges, setting a new standard for sustainable operation.
Aviation-Grade Sustainable Fuels
Our aviation-grade fuels represent the future of air travel, offering high performance while reducing carbon emissions. We’re pushing the boundaries with advanced biofuel technology to meet the aerospace industry’s sustainability needs.
Motorsports Performance Fuels
Leading the way in motorsports, our performance fuels blend cutting-edge biofuel technology with eco-conscious design. We address the need for high power and sustainability, transforming the future of competitive racing.
Eco-Optimized Fuel for Heavy Machinery
We’re shaping the future of heavy machinery with eco-optimized fuels that cut emissions and boost efficiency. Our experimental biofuels tackle current environmental challenges, setting a new standard for sustainable operation.
Aviation-Grade Sustainable Fuels
Our aviation-grade fuels represent the future of air travel, offering high performance while reducing carbon emissions. We’re pushing the boundaries with advanced biofuel technology to meet the aerospace industry’s sustainability needs.
Motorsports Performance Fuels
Leading the way in motorsports, our performance fuels blend cutting-edge biofuel technology with eco-conscious design. We address the need for high power and sustainability, transforming the future of competitive racing.
Eco-Optimized Fuel for Heavy Machinery
We’re shaping the future of heavy machinery with eco-optimized fuels that cut emissions and boost efficiency. Our experimental biofuels tackle current environmental challenges, setting a new standard for sustainable operation.
Aviation-Grade Sustainable Fuels
Our aviation-grade fuels represent the future of air travel, offering high performance while reducing carbon emissions. We’re pushing the boundaries with advanced biofuel technology to meet the aerospace industry’s sustainability needs.
Latest News from EcoGrains
EcoGrains Secures Second Place at ClimateLaunchpad Americas Regional Final
EcoGrains achieved second place at the ClimateLaunchpad 2025 Americas Regional Final, earning the opportunity to represent the Americas at the Global Grand Final in Vienna, Austria.
EcoGrains Joins mHUB's 2025 mPOWER Program Energy & Sustainability Track
EcoGrains has been selected for mHUB's prestigious 2025 mPOWER Program, joining the Energy & Sustainability track supported by Salesforce alongside seven other innovative companies addressing environmental challenges.
EcoGrains Presents at The Engine's Blueprint Spring 2025 Showcase
EcoGrains showcased its groundbreaking technology at The Engine's Blueprint Spring 2025 Showcase in Cambridge, Massachusetts, joining 62 other teams from research institutions worldwide in presenting breakthrough technologies ready for commercialization.
EcoGrains Awarded Finalist Recognition at Nucleate Midwest Demo Day
EcoGrains was honored with the Finalist Award at the Nucleate Midwest Demo Day in Chicago, recognizing ventures with exceptional potential to translate breakthrough science into impactful biotech solutions.
EcoGrains Joins 2025 Nucleate Chicago Cohort, Welcomes Dr. Richa Khatiwada to the Team
EcoGrains has been selected for the 2025 Nucleate Chicago Activator Program, gaining investor and strategic support to scale its SAF technology, and welcomes Dr. Richa Khatiwada (Ph.D., Chemistry, Loyola University) as a technical contributor.
EcoGrains Team invited to the White House for a discussion on Clean Energy Technologies
Following their win of the National IP Prize from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Technology Transitions (OTT), the team was invited to the White House to participate in a roundtable discussion on Commercializing Climate and Clean Energy Technologies.
EcoGrains joins the Startup Summer Program at the Mill and raises $5k from Fly Wheel Fund
EcoGrains has been selected for the Startup Summer Program at The Mill and secured $5k in funding from Flywheel Fund. This support will significantly advance their mission to drive innovation in the clean energy sector.
Ecograins Wins the National IP Licensing Tech Prize | U.S. Dept. of Energy
Ecograins is thrilled to announce that we have received the the National IP Licensing Tech Prize at EnergyTech University Prize 2024 competition from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Technology Transitions (OTT).
EcoGrains Secures Second Place at ClimateLaunchpad Americas Regional Final
EcoGrains achieved second place at the ClimateLaunchpad 2025 Americas Regional Final, earning the opportunity to represent the Americas at the Global Grand Final in Vienna, Austria.
EcoGrains Joins mHUB's 2025 mPOWER Program Energy & Sustainability Track
EcoGrains has been selected for mHUB's prestigious 2025 mPOWER Program, joining the Energy & Sustainability track supported by Salesforce alongside seven other innovative companies addressing environmental challenges.
EcoGrains Presents at The Engine's Blueprint Spring 2025 Showcase
EcoGrains showcased its groundbreaking technology at The Engine's Blueprint Spring 2025 Showcase in Cambridge, Massachusetts, joining 62 other teams from research institutions worldwide in presenting breakthrough technologies ready for commercialization.
EcoGrains Awarded Finalist Recognition at Nucleate Midwest Demo Day
EcoGrains was honored with the Finalist Award at the Nucleate Midwest Demo Day in Chicago, recognizing ventures with exceptional potential to translate breakthrough science into impactful biotech solutions.
EcoGrains Joins 2025 Nucleate Chicago Cohort, Welcomes Dr. Richa Khatiwada to the Team
EcoGrains has been selected for the 2025 Nucleate Chicago Activator Program, gaining investor and strategic support to scale its SAF technology, and welcomes Dr. Richa Khatiwada (Ph.D., Chemistry, Loyola University) as a technical contributor.
EcoGrains Team invited to the White House for a discussion on Clean Energy Technologies
Following their win of the National IP Prize from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Technology Transitions (OTT), the team was invited to the White House to participate in a roundtable discussion on Commercializing Climate and Clean Energy Technologies.
EcoGrains joins the Startup Summer Program at the Mill and raises $5k from Fly Wheel Fund
EcoGrains has been selected for the Startup Summer Program at The Mill and secured $5k in funding from Flywheel Fund. This support will significantly advance their mission to drive innovation in the clean energy sector.
Ecograins Wins the National IP Licensing Tech Prize | U.S. Dept. of Energy
Ecograins is thrilled to announce that we have received the the National IP Licensing Tech Prize at EnergyTech University Prize 2024 competition from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Technology Transitions (OTT).
EcoGrains Secures Second Place at ClimateLaunchpad Americas Regional Final
EcoGrains achieved second place at the ClimateLaunchpad 2025 Americas Regional Final, earning the opportunity to represent the Americas at the Global Grand Final in Vienna, Austria.
EcoGrains Joins mHUB's 2025 mPOWER Program Energy & Sustainability Track
EcoGrains has been selected for mHUB's prestigious 2025 mPOWER Program, joining the Energy & Sustainability track supported by Salesforce alongside seven other innovative companies addressing environmental challenges.
EcoGrains Presents at The Engine's Blueprint Spring 2025 Showcase
EcoGrains showcased its groundbreaking technology at The Engine's Blueprint Spring 2025 Showcase in Cambridge, Massachusetts, joining 62 other teams from research institutions worldwide in presenting breakthrough technologies ready for commercialization.
EcoGrains Awarded Finalist Recognition at Nucleate Midwest Demo Day
EcoGrains was honored with the Finalist Award at the Nucleate Midwest Demo Day in Chicago, recognizing ventures with exceptional potential to translate breakthrough science into impactful biotech solutions.
EcoGrains Joins 2025 Nucleate Chicago Cohort, Welcomes Dr. Richa Khatiwada to the Team
EcoGrains has been selected for the 2025 Nucleate Chicago Activator Program, gaining investor and strategic support to scale its SAF technology, and welcomes Dr. Richa Khatiwada (Ph.D., Chemistry, Loyola University) as a technical contributor.
EcoGrains Team invited to the White House for a discussion on Clean Energy Technologies
Following their win of the National IP Prize from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Technology Transitions (OTT), the team was invited to the White House to participate in a roundtable discussion on Commercializing Climate and Clean Energy Technologies.
EcoGrains joins the Startup Summer Program at the Mill and raises $5k from Fly Wheel Fund
EcoGrains has been selected for the Startup Summer Program at The Mill and secured $5k in funding from Flywheel Fund. This support will significantly advance their mission to drive innovation in the clean energy sector.
Ecograins Wins the National IP Licensing Tech Prize | U.S. Dept. of Energy
Ecograins is thrilled to announce that we have received the the National IP Licensing Tech Prize at EnergyTech University Prize 2024 competition from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Technology Transitions (OTT).
EcoGrains Secures Second Place at ClimateLaunchpad Americas Regional Final
EcoGrains achieved second place at the ClimateLaunchpad 2025 Americas Regional Final, earning the opportunity to represent the Americas at the Global Grand Final in Vienna, Austria.
EcoGrains Joins mHUB's 2025 mPOWER Program Energy & Sustainability Track
EcoGrains has been selected for mHUB's prestigious 2025 mPOWER Program, joining the Energy & Sustainability track supported by Salesforce alongside seven other innovative companies addressing environmental challenges.
EcoGrains Presents at The Engine's Blueprint Spring 2025 Showcase
EcoGrains showcased its groundbreaking technology at The Engine's Blueprint Spring 2025 Showcase in Cambridge, Massachusetts, joining 62 other teams from research institutions worldwide in presenting breakthrough technologies ready for commercialization.
EcoGrains Awarded Finalist Recognition at Nucleate Midwest Demo Day
EcoGrains was honored with the Finalist Award at the Nucleate Midwest Demo Day in Chicago, recognizing ventures with exceptional potential to translate breakthrough science into impactful biotech solutions.
EcoGrains Joins 2025 Nucleate Chicago Cohort, Welcomes Dr. Richa Khatiwada to the Team
EcoGrains has been selected for the 2025 Nucleate Chicago Activator Program, gaining investor and strategic support to scale its SAF technology, and welcomes Dr. Richa Khatiwada (Ph.D., Chemistry, Loyola University) as a technical contributor.
EcoGrains Team invited to the White House for a discussion on Clean Energy Technologies
Following their win of the National IP Prize from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Technology Transitions (OTT), the team was invited to the White House to participate in a roundtable discussion on Commercializing Climate and Clean Energy Technologies.
EcoGrains joins the Startup Summer Program at the Mill and raises $5k from Fly Wheel Fund
EcoGrains has been selected for the Startup Summer Program at The Mill and secured $5k in funding from Flywheel Fund. This support will significantly advance their mission to drive innovation in the clean energy sector.
Ecograins Wins the National IP Licensing Tech Prize | U.S. Dept. of Energy
Ecograins is thrilled to announce that we have received the the National IP Licensing Tech Prize at EnergyTech University Prize 2024 competition from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Technology Transitions (OTT).
EcoGrains Secures Second Place at ClimateLaunchpad Americas Regional Final
EcoGrains achieved second place at the ClimateLaunchpad 2025 Americas Regional Final, earning the opportunity to represent the Americas at the Global Grand Final in Vienna, Austria.
EcoGrains Joins mHUB's 2025 mPOWER Program Energy & Sustainability Track
EcoGrains has been selected for mHUB's prestigious 2025 mPOWER Program, joining the Energy & Sustainability track supported by Salesforce alongside seven other innovative companies addressing environmental challenges.
EcoGrains Presents at The Engine's Blueprint Spring 2025 Showcase
EcoGrains showcased its groundbreaking technology at The Engine's Blueprint Spring 2025 Showcase in Cambridge, Massachusetts, joining 62 other teams from research institutions worldwide in presenting breakthrough technologies ready for commercialization.
EcoGrains Awarded Finalist Recognition at Nucleate Midwest Demo Day
EcoGrains was honored with the Finalist Award at the Nucleate Midwest Demo Day in Chicago, recognizing ventures with exceptional potential to translate breakthrough science into impactful biotech solutions.
EcoGrains Joins 2025 Nucleate Chicago Cohort, Welcomes Dr. Richa Khatiwada to the Team
EcoGrains has been selected for the 2025 Nucleate Chicago Activator Program, gaining investor and strategic support to scale its SAF technology, and welcomes Dr. Richa Khatiwada (Ph.D., Chemistry, Loyola University) as a technical contributor.
EcoGrains Team invited to the White House for a discussion on Clean Energy Technologies
Following their win of the National IP Prize from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Technology Transitions (OTT), the team was invited to the White House to participate in a roundtable discussion on Commercializing Climate and Clean Energy Technologies.
EcoGrains joins the Startup Summer Program at the Mill and raises $5k from Fly Wheel Fund
EcoGrains has been selected for the Startup Summer Program at The Mill and secured $5k in funding from Flywheel Fund. This support will significantly advance their mission to drive innovation in the clean energy sector.
Ecograins Wins the National IP Licensing Tech Prize | U.S. Dept. of Energy
Ecograins is thrilled to announce that we have received the the National IP Licensing Tech Prize at EnergyTech University Prize 2024 competition from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Technology Transitions (OTT).
EcoGrains Secures Second Place at ClimateLaunchpad Americas Regional Final
EcoGrains achieved second place at the ClimateLaunchpad 2025 Americas Regional Final, earning the opportunity to represent the Americas at the Global Grand Final in Vienna, Austria.
EcoGrains Joins mHUB's 2025 mPOWER Program Energy & Sustainability Track
EcoGrains has been selected for mHUB's prestigious 2025 mPOWER Program, joining the Energy & Sustainability track supported by Salesforce alongside seven other innovative companies addressing environmental challenges.
EcoGrains Presents at The Engine's Blueprint Spring 2025 Showcase
EcoGrains showcased its groundbreaking technology at The Engine's Blueprint Spring 2025 Showcase in Cambridge, Massachusetts, joining 62 other teams from research institutions worldwide in presenting breakthrough technologies ready for commercialization.
EcoGrains Awarded Finalist Recognition at Nucleate Midwest Demo Day
EcoGrains was honored with the Finalist Award at the Nucleate Midwest Demo Day in Chicago, recognizing ventures with exceptional potential to translate breakthrough science into impactful biotech solutions.
EcoGrains Joins 2025 Nucleate Chicago Cohort, Welcomes Dr. Richa Khatiwada to the Team
EcoGrains has been selected for the 2025 Nucleate Chicago Activator Program, gaining investor and strategic support to scale its SAF technology, and welcomes Dr. Richa Khatiwada (Ph.D., Chemistry, Loyola University) as a technical contributor.
EcoGrains Team invited to the White House for a discussion on Clean Energy Technologies
Following their win of the National IP Prize from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Technology Transitions (OTT), the team was invited to the White House to participate in a roundtable discussion on Commercializing Climate and Clean Energy Technologies.
EcoGrains joins the Startup Summer Program at the Mill and raises $5k from Fly Wheel Fund
EcoGrains has been selected for the Startup Summer Program at The Mill and secured $5k in funding from Flywheel Fund. This support will significantly advance their mission to drive innovation in the clean energy sector.
Ecograins Wins the National IP Licensing Tech Prize | U.S. Dept. of Energy
Ecograins is thrilled to announce that we have received the the National IP Licensing Tech Prize at EnergyTech University Prize 2024 competition from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Technology Transitions (OTT).
EcoGrains Secures Second Place at ClimateLaunchpad Americas Regional Final
EcoGrains achieved second place at the ClimateLaunchpad 2025 Americas Regional Final, earning the opportunity to represent the Americas at the Global Grand Final in Vienna, Austria.
EcoGrains Joins mHUB's 2025 mPOWER Program Energy & Sustainability Track
EcoGrains has been selected for mHUB's prestigious 2025 mPOWER Program, joining the Energy & Sustainability track supported by Salesforce alongside seven other innovative companies addressing environmental challenges.
EcoGrains Presents at The Engine's Blueprint Spring 2025 Showcase
EcoGrains showcased its groundbreaking technology at The Engine's Blueprint Spring 2025 Showcase in Cambridge, Massachusetts, joining 62 other teams from research institutions worldwide in presenting breakthrough technologies ready for commercialization.
EcoGrains Awarded Finalist Recognition at Nucleate Midwest Demo Day
EcoGrains was honored with the Finalist Award at the Nucleate Midwest Demo Day in Chicago, recognizing ventures with exceptional potential to translate breakthrough science into impactful biotech solutions.
EcoGrains Joins 2025 Nucleate Chicago Cohort, Welcomes Dr. Richa Khatiwada to the Team
EcoGrains has been selected for the 2025 Nucleate Chicago Activator Program, gaining investor and strategic support to scale its SAF technology, and welcomes Dr. Richa Khatiwada (Ph.D., Chemistry, Loyola University) as a technical contributor.
EcoGrains Team invited to the White House for a discussion on Clean Energy Technologies
Following their win of the National IP Prize from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Technology Transitions (OTT), the team was invited to the White House to participate in a roundtable discussion on Commercializing Climate and Clean Energy Technologies.
EcoGrains joins the Startup Summer Program at the Mill and raises $5k from Fly Wheel Fund
EcoGrains has been selected for the Startup Summer Program at The Mill and secured $5k in funding from Flywheel Fund. This support will significantly advance their mission to drive innovation in the clean energy sector.
Ecograins Wins the National IP Licensing Tech Prize | U.S. Dept. of Energy
Ecograins is thrilled to announce that we have received the the National IP Licensing Tech Prize at EnergyTech University Prize 2024 competition from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Technology Transitions (OTT).
EcoGrains Secures Second Place at ClimateLaunchpad Americas Regional Final
EcoGrains achieved second place at the ClimateLaunchpad 2025 Americas Regional Final, earning the opportunity to represent the Americas at the Global Grand Final in Vienna, Austria.
EcoGrains Joins mHUB's 2025 mPOWER Program Energy & Sustainability Track
EcoGrains has been selected for mHUB's prestigious 2025 mPOWER Program, joining the Energy & Sustainability track supported by Salesforce alongside seven other innovative companies addressing environmental challenges.
EcoGrains Presents at The Engine's Blueprint Spring 2025 Showcase
EcoGrains showcased its groundbreaking technology at The Engine's Blueprint Spring 2025 Showcase in Cambridge, Massachusetts, joining 62 other teams from research institutions worldwide in presenting breakthrough technologies ready for commercialization.
EcoGrains Awarded Finalist Recognition at Nucleate Midwest Demo Day
EcoGrains was honored with the Finalist Award at the Nucleate Midwest Demo Day in Chicago, recognizing ventures with exceptional potential to translate breakthrough science into impactful biotech solutions.
EcoGrains Joins 2025 Nucleate Chicago Cohort, Welcomes Dr. Richa Khatiwada to the Team
EcoGrains has been selected for the 2025 Nucleate Chicago Activator Program, gaining investor and strategic support to scale its SAF technology, and welcomes Dr. Richa Khatiwada (Ph.D., Chemistry, Loyola University) as a technical contributor.
EcoGrains Team invited to the White House for a discussion on Clean Energy Technologies
Following their win of the National IP Prize from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Technology Transitions (OTT), the team was invited to the White House to participate in a roundtable discussion on Commercializing Climate and Clean Energy Technologies.
EcoGrains joins the Startup Summer Program at the Mill and raises $5k from Fly Wheel Fund
EcoGrains has been selected for the Startup Summer Program at The Mill and secured $5k in funding from Flywheel Fund. This support will significantly advance their mission to drive innovation in the clean energy sector.
Ecograins Wins the National IP Licensing Tech Prize | U.S. Dept. of Energy
Ecograins is thrilled to announce that we have received the the National IP Licensing Tech Prize at EnergyTech University Prize 2024 competition from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Technology Transitions (OTT).
EcoGrains Secures Second Place at ClimateLaunchpad Americas Regional Final
EcoGrains achieved second place at the ClimateLaunchpad 2025 Americas Regional Final, earning the opportunity to represent the Americas at the Global Grand Final in Vienna, Austria.
EcoGrains Joins mHUB's 2025 mPOWER Program Energy & Sustainability Track
EcoGrains has been selected for mHUB's prestigious 2025 mPOWER Program, joining the Energy & Sustainability track supported by Salesforce alongside seven other innovative companies addressing environmental challenges.
EcoGrains Presents at The Engine's Blueprint Spring 2025 Showcase
EcoGrains showcased its groundbreaking technology at The Engine's Blueprint Spring 2025 Showcase in Cambridge, Massachusetts, joining 62 other teams from research institutions worldwide in presenting breakthrough technologies ready for commercialization.
EcoGrains Awarded Finalist Recognition at Nucleate Midwest Demo Day
EcoGrains was honored with the Finalist Award at the Nucleate Midwest Demo Day in Chicago, recognizing ventures with exceptional potential to translate breakthrough science into impactful biotech solutions.
EcoGrains Joins 2025 Nucleate Chicago Cohort, Welcomes Dr. Richa Khatiwada to the Team
EcoGrains has been selected for the 2025 Nucleate Chicago Activator Program, gaining investor and strategic support to scale its SAF technology, and welcomes Dr. Richa Khatiwada (Ph.D., Chemistry, Loyola University) as a technical contributor.
EcoGrains Team invited to the White House for a discussion on Clean Energy Technologies
Following their win of the National IP Prize from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Technology Transitions (OTT), the team was invited to the White House to participate in a roundtable discussion on Commercializing Climate and Clean Energy Technologies.
EcoGrains joins the Startup Summer Program at the Mill and raises $5k from Fly Wheel Fund
EcoGrains has been selected for the Startup Summer Program at The Mill and secured $5k in funding from Flywheel Fund. This support will significantly advance their mission to drive innovation in the clean energy sector.
Ecograins Wins the National IP Licensing Tech Prize | U.S. Dept. of Energy
Ecograins is thrilled to announce that we have received the the National IP Licensing Tech Prize at EnergyTech University Prize 2024 competition from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Technology Transitions (OTT).
EcoGrains Secures Second Place at ClimateLaunchpad Americas Regional Final
EcoGrains achieved second place at the ClimateLaunchpad 2025 Americas Regional Final, earning the opportunity to represent the Americas at the Global Grand Final in Vienna, Austria.
EcoGrains Joins mHUB's 2025 mPOWER Program Energy & Sustainability Track
EcoGrains has been selected for mHUB's prestigious 2025 mPOWER Program, joining the Energy & Sustainability track supported by Salesforce alongside seven other innovative companies addressing environmental challenges.
EcoGrains Presents at The Engine's Blueprint Spring 2025 Showcase
EcoGrains showcased its groundbreaking technology at The Engine's Blueprint Spring 2025 Showcase in Cambridge, Massachusetts, joining 62 other teams from research institutions worldwide in presenting breakthrough technologies ready for commercialization.
EcoGrains Awarded Finalist Recognition at Nucleate Midwest Demo Day
EcoGrains was honored with the Finalist Award at the Nucleate Midwest Demo Day in Chicago, recognizing ventures with exceptional potential to translate breakthrough science into impactful biotech solutions.
EcoGrains Joins 2025 Nucleate Chicago Cohort, Welcomes Dr. Richa Khatiwada to the Team
EcoGrains has been selected for the 2025 Nucleate Chicago Activator Program, gaining investor and strategic support to scale its SAF technology, and welcomes Dr. Richa Khatiwada (Ph.D., Chemistry, Loyola University) as a technical contributor.
EcoGrains Team invited to the White House for a discussion on Clean Energy Technologies
Following their win of the National IP Prize from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Technology Transitions (OTT), the team was invited to the White House to participate in a roundtable discussion on Commercializing Climate and Clean Energy Technologies.
EcoGrains joins the Startup Summer Program at the Mill and raises $5k from Fly Wheel Fund
EcoGrains has been selected for the Startup Summer Program at The Mill and secured $5k in funding from Flywheel Fund. This support will significantly advance their mission to drive innovation in the clean energy sector.
Ecograins Wins the National IP Licensing Tech Prize | U.S. Dept. of Energy
Ecograins is thrilled to announce that we have received the the National IP Licensing Tech Prize at EnergyTech University Prize 2024 competition from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Technology Transitions (OTT).
EcoGrains Secures Second Place at ClimateLaunchpad Americas Regional Final
EcoGrains achieved second place at the ClimateLaunchpad 2025 Americas Regional Final, earning the opportunity to represent the Americas at the Global Grand Final in Vienna, Austria.
EcoGrains Joins mHUB's 2025 mPOWER Program Energy & Sustainability Track
EcoGrains has been selected for mHUB's prestigious 2025 mPOWER Program, joining the Energy & Sustainability track supported by Salesforce alongside seven other innovative companies addressing environmental challenges.
EcoGrains Presents at The Engine's Blueprint Spring 2025 Showcase
EcoGrains showcased its groundbreaking technology at The Engine's Blueprint Spring 2025 Showcase in Cambridge, Massachusetts, joining 62 other teams from research institutions worldwide in presenting breakthrough technologies ready for commercialization.
EcoGrains Awarded Finalist Recognition at Nucleate Midwest Demo Day
EcoGrains was honored with the Finalist Award at the Nucleate Midwest Demo Day in Chicago, recognizing ventures with exceptional potential to translate breakthrough science into impactful biotech solutions.
EcoGrains Joins 2025 Nucleate Chicago Cohort, Welcomes Dr. Richa Khatiwada to the Team
EcoGrains has been selected for the 2025 Nucleate Chicago Activator Program, gaining investor and strategic support to scale its SAF technology, and welcomes Dr. Richa Khatiwada (Ph.D., Chemistry, Loyola University) as a technical contributor.
EcoGrains Team invited to the White House for a discussion on Clean Energy Technologies
Following their win of the National IP Prize from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Technology Transitions (OTT), the team was invited to the White House to participate in a roundtable discussion on Commercializing Climate and Clean Energy Technologies.
EcoGrains joins the Startup Summer Program at the Mill and raises $5k from Fly Wheel Fund
EcoGrains has been selected for the Startup Summer Program at The Mill and secured $5k in funding from Flywheel Fund. This support will significantly advance their mission to drive innovation in the clean energy sector.
Ecograins Wins the National IP Licensing Tech Prize | U.S. Dept. of Energy
Ecograins is thrilled to announce that we have received the the National IP Licensing Tech Prize at EnergyTech University Prize 2024 competition from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Technology Transitions (OTT).
EcoGrains Secures Second Place at ClimateLaunchpad Americas Regional Final
EcoGrains achieved second place at the ClimateLaunchpad 2025 Americas Regional Final, earning the opportunity to represent the Americas at the Global Grand Final in Vienna, Austria.
EcoGrains Joins mHUB's 2025 mPOWER Program Energy & Sustainability Track
EcoGrains has been selected for mHUB's prestigious 2025 mPOWER Program, joining the Energy & Sustainability track supported by Salesforce alongside seven other innovative companies addressing environmental challenges.
EcoGrains Presents at The Engine's Blueprint Spring 2025 Showcase
EcoGrains showcased its groundbreaking technology at The Engine's Blueprint Spring 2025 Showcase in Cambridge, Massachusetts, joining 62 other teams from research institutions worldwide in presenting breakthrough technologies ready for commercialization.
EcoGrains Awarded Finalist Recognition at Nucleate Midwest Demo Day
EcoGrains was honored with the Finalist Award at the Nucleate Midwest Demo Day in Chicago, recognizing ventures with exceptional potential to translate breakthrough science into impactful biotech solutions.
EcoGrains Joins 2025 Nucleate Chicago Cohort, Welcomes Dr. Richa Khatiwada to the Team
EcoGrains has been selected for the 2025 Nucleate Chicago Activator Program, gaining investor and strategic support to scale its SAF technology, and welcomes Dr. Richa Khatiwada (Ph.D., Chemistry, Loyola University) as a technical contributor.
EcoGrains Team invited to the White House for a discussion on Clean Energy Technologies
Following their win of the National IP Prize from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Technology Transitions (OTT), the team was invited to the White House to participate in a roundtable discussion on Commercializing Climate and Clean Energy Technologies.
EcoGrains joins the Startup Summer Program at the Mill and raises $5k from Fly Wheel Fund
EcoGrains has been selected for the Startup Summer Program at The Mill and secured $5k in funding from Flywheel Fund. This support will significantly advance their mission to drive innovation in the clean energy sector.
Ecograins Wins the National IP Licensing Tech Prize | U.S. Dept. of Energy
Ecograins is thrilled to announce that we have received the the National IP Licensing Tech Prize at EnergyTech University Prize 2024 competition from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Technology Transitions (OTT).
EcoGrains Secures Second Place at ClimateLaunchpad Americas Regional Final
EcoGrains achieved second place at the ClimateLaunchpad 2025 Americas Regional Final, earning the opportunity to represent the Americas at the Global Grand Final in Vienna, Austria.
EcoGrains Joins mHUB's 2025 mPOWER Program Energy & Sustainability Track
EcoGrains has been selected for mHUB's prestigious 2025 mPOWER Program, joining the Energy & Sustainability track supported by Salesforce alongside seven other innovative companies addressing environmental challenges.
EcoGrains Presents at The Engine's Blueprint Spring 2025 Showcase
EcoGrains showcased its groundbreaking technology at The Engine's Blueprint Spring 2025 Showcase in Cambridge, Massachusetts, joining 62 other teams from research institutions worldwide in presenting breakthrough technologies ready for commercialization.
EcoGrains Awarded Finalist Recognition at Nucleate Midwest Demo Day
EcoGrains was honored with the Finalist Award at the Nucleate Midwest Demo Day in Chicago, recognizing ventures with exceptional potential to translate breakthrough science into impactful biotech solutions.
EcoGrains Joins 2025 Nucleate Chicago Cohort, Welcomes Dr. Richa Khatiwada to the Team
EcoGrains has been selected for the 2025 Nucleate Chicago Activator Program, gaining investor and strategic support to scale its SAF technology, and welcomes Dr. Richa Khatiwada (Ph.D., Chemistry, Loyola University) as a technical contributor.
EcoGrains Team invited to the White House for a discussion on Clean Energy Technologies
Following their win of the National IP Prize from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Technology Transitions (OTT), the team was invited to the White House to participate in a roundtable discussion on Commercializing Climate and Clean Energy Technologies.
EcoGrains joins the Startup Summer Program at the Mill and raises $5k from Fly Wheel Fund
EcoGrains has been selected for the Startup Summer Program at The Mill and secured $5k in funding from Flywheel Fund. This support will significantly advance their mission to drive innovation in the clean energy sector.
Ecograins Wins the National IP Licensing Tech Prize | U.S. Dept. of Energy
Ecograins is thrilled to announce that we have received the the National IP Licensing Tech Prize at EnergyTech University Prize 2024 competition from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Technology Transitions (OTT).
EcoGrains Secures Second Place at ClimateLaunchpad Americas Regional Final
EcoGrains achieved second place at the ClimateLaunchpad 2025 Americas Regional Final, earning the opportunity to represent the Americas at the Global Grand Final in Vienna, Austria.
EcoGrains Joins mHUB's 2025 mPOWER Program Energy & Sustainability Track
EcoGrains has been selected for mHUB's prestigious 2025 mPOWER Program, joining the Energy & Sustainability track supported by Salesforce alongside seven other innovative companies addressing environmental challenges.
EcoGrains Presents at The Engine's Blueprint Spring 2025 Showcase
EcoGrains showcased its groundbreaking technology at The Engine's Blueprint Spring 2025 Showcase in Cambridge, Massachusetts, joining 62 other teams from research institutions worldwide in presenting breakthrough technologies ready for commercialization.
EcoGrains Awarded Finalist Recognition at Nucleate Midwest Demo Day
EcoGrains was honored with the Finalist Award at the Nucleate Midwest Demo Day in Chicago, recognizing ventures with exceptional potential to translate breakthrough science into impactful biotech solutions.
EcoGrains Joins 2025 Nucleate Chicago Cohort, Welcomes Dr. Richa Khatiwada to the Team
EcoGrains has been selected for the 2025 Nucleate Chicago Activator Program, gaining investor and strategic support to scale its SAF technology, and welcomes Dr. Richa Khatiwada (Ph.D., Chemistry, Loyola University) as a technical contributor.
EcoGrains Team invited to the White House for a discussion on Clean Energy Technologies
Following their win of the National IP Prize from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Technology Transitions (OTT), the team was invited to the White House to participate in a roundtable discussion on Commercializing Climate and Clean Energy Technologies.
EcoGrains joins the Startup Summer Program at the Mill and raises $5k from Fly Wheel Fund
EcoGrains has been selected for the Startup Summer Program at The Mill and secured $5k in funding from Flywheel Fund. This support will significantly advance their mission to drive innovation in the clean energy sector.
Ecograins Wins the National IP Licensing Tech Prize | U.S. Dept. of Energy
Ecograins is thrilled to announce that we have received the the National IP Licensing Tech Prize at EnergyTech University Prize 2024 competition from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Technology Transitions (OTT).
EcoGrains Secures Second Place at ClimateLaunchpad Americas Regional Final
EcoGrains achieved second place at the ClimateLaunchpad 2025 Americas Regional Final, earning the opportunity to represent the Americas at the Global Grand Final in Vienna, Austria.
EcoGrains Joins mHUB's 2025 mPOWER Program Energy & Sustainability Track
EcoGrains has been selected for mHUB's prestigious 2025 mPOWER Program, joining the Energy & Sustainability track supported by Salesforce alongside seven other innovative companies addressing environmental challenges.
EcoGrains Presents at The Engine's Blueprint Spring 2025 Showcase
EcoGrains showcased its groundbreaking technology at The Engine's Blueprint Spring 2025 Showcase in Cambridge, Massachusetts, joining 62 other teams from research institutions worldwide in presenting breakthrough technologies ready for commercialization.
EcoGrains Awarded Finalist Recognition at Nucleate Midwest Demo Day
EcoGrains was honored with the Finalist Award at the Nucleate Midwest Demo Day in Chicago, recognizing ventures with exceptional potential to translate breakthrough science into impactful biotech solutions.
EcoGrains Joins 2025 Nucleate Chicago Cohort, Welcomes Dr. Richa Khatiwada to the Team
EcoGrains has been selected for the 2025 Nucleate Chicago Activator Program, gaining investor and strategic support to scale its SAF technology, and welcomes Dr. Richa Khatiwada (Ph.D., Chemistry, Loyola University) as a technical contributor.
EcoGrains Team invited to the White House for a discussion on Clean Energy Technologies
Following their win of the National IP Prize from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Technology Transitions (OTT), the team was invited to the White House to participate in a roundtable discussion on Commercializing Climate and Clean Energy Technologies.
EcoGrains joins the Startup Summer Program at the Mill and raises $5k from Fly Wheel Fund
EcoGrains has been selected for the Startup Summer Program at The Mill and secured $5k in funding from Flywheel Fund. This support will significantly advance their mission to drive innovation in the clean energy sector.
Ecograins Wins the National IP Licensing Tech Prize | U.S. Dept. of Energy
Ecograins is thrilled to announce that we have received the the National IP Licensing Tech Prize at EnergyTech University Prize 2024 competition from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Technology Transitions (OTT).
EcoGrains Secures Second Place at ClimateLaunchpad Americas Regional Final
EcoGrains achieved second place at the ClimateLaunchpad 2025 Americas Regional Final, earning the opportunity to represent the Americas at the Global Grand Final in Vienna, Austria.
EcoGrains Joins mHUB's 2025 mPOWER Program Energy & Sustainability Track
EcoGrains has been selected for mHUB's prestigious 2025 mPOWER Program, joining the Energy & Sustainability track supported by Salesforce alongside seven other innovative companies addressing environmental challenges.
EcoGrains Presents at The Engine's Blueprint Spring 2025 Showcase
EcoGrains showcased its groundbreaking technology at The Engine's Blueprint Spring 2025 Showcase in Cambridge, Massachusetts, joining 62 other teams from research institutions worldwide in presenting breakthrough technologies ready for commercialization.
EcoGrains Awarded Finalist Recognition at Nucleate Midwest Demo Day
EcoGrains was honored with the Finalist Award at the Nucleate Midwest Demo Day in Chicago, recognizing ventures with exceptional potential to translate breakthrough science into impactful biotech solutions.
EcoGrains Joins 2025 Nucleate Chicago Cohort, Welcomes Dr. Richa Khatiwada to the Team
EcoGrains has been selected for the 2025 Nucleate Chicago Activator Program, gaining investor and strategic support to scale its SAF technology, and welcomes Dr. Richa Khatiwada (Ph.D., Chemistry, Loyola University) as a technical contributor.
EcoGrains Team invited to the White House for a discussion on Clean Energy Technologies
Following their win of the National IP Prize from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Technology Transitions (OTT), the team was invited to the White House to participate in a roundtable discussion on Commercializing Climate and Clean Energy Technologies.
EcoGrains joins the Startup Summer Program at the Mill and raises $5k from Fly Wheel Fund
EcoGrains has been selected for the Startup Summer Program at The Mill and secured $5k in funding from Flywheel Fund. This support will significantly advance their mission to drive innovation in the clean energy sector.
Ecograins Wins the National IP Licensing Tech Prize | U.S. Dept. of Energy
Ecograins is thrilled to announce that we have received the the National IP Licensing Tech Prize at EnergyTech University Prize 2024 competition from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Technology Transitions (OTT).
Core Team
Janet Namutebi
Janet Namutebi
Janet Namutebi
Founder & CEO
Founder & CEO
Founder & CEO
MSc. Engineering, Science, and Technology Entrepreneurship
University of Notre Dame
Dr. Richa Khatiwada
Dr. Richa Khatiwada
Dr. Richa Khatiwada
Co-Founder & CTO
Co-Founder & CTO
Co-Founder & CTO
PhD. Chemistry
PhD. Chemistry
PhD. Chemistry
Loyola University
Loyola University
Loyola University
Philip Rugamba
Philip Rugamba
Philip Rugamba
Co-Founder & CSO
Co-Founder & CSO
Co-Founder & CSO
MSc. Engineering, Science, and Technology Entrepreneurship
MSc. Engineering, Science, and Technology Entrepreneurship
MSc. Engineering, Science, and Technology Entrepreneurship
University of Notre Dame
University of Notre Dame
University of Notre Dame
Advisory
Ryan W. Davis
Ryan W. Davis
Ryan W. Davis
Principal Member of Technical Staff
Principal Member of Technical Staff
Principal Member of Technical Staff
Sandia National Labs
Geoff Zentz
Geoff Zentz
Geoff Zentz
Senior Director of Innovation
Senior Director of Innovation
Senior Director of Innovation
AgriNovus
AgriNovus
AgriNovus
Neil Kane
Neil Kane
Neil Kane
Teaching Professor & CNBC Disruptor Advisory Council
Teaching Professor & CNBC Disruptor Advisory Council
Teaching Professor & CNBC Disruptor Advisory Council
University of Notre Dame
University of Notre Dame
University of Notre Dame
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Reach out to us today, and let’s start a conversation about how we can work together to create a cleaner, more sustainable future.
Get in touch with us!
Get in touch with us!
Get in touch with us!
We’re passionate about driving sustainable energy forward, and we’d love to connect with you. Whether you’re interested in partnering with us, learning more about our technology, or exploring how we can help you achieve your sustainability goals, we’re here to help.
Reach out to us today, and let’s start a conversation about how we can work together to create a cleaner, more sustainable future.
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