Considerable hydrothermal treatment research has already been done with
numerous Low Rank Coals from around the world. However, understanding the
unique properties of Mississippi lignite is critical in fine tuning the
commercial production of Green Fuel. Consequently, Silverado is providing a
$150,000 grant to the Mineral Industry Research Lab, University of Alaska
(Fairbanks) to use their expertise and unique mini-reactor apparatus to
develop this data.
In addition, Great Northern Engineering of Palmer, Alaska, which has
provided technical and engineering guidance during technology development, has
been awarded a contract for $21,500 to assist with the initial commercial
feasibility study.
The work being carried out at the University of Alaska, and at Great
Northern Engineering, will be integrated into the 'Silverado Green Fuel
Facility Design and Implementation Action Plan'.