The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is offering a grant opportunity titled "Center of Excellence for Alternative Jet Fuels and Environment," aimed at fostering research and development in alternative jet fuels through cooperative agreements with private institutions of higher education. This initiative seeks to support projects that contribute to the advancement of sustainable aviation fuels and their environmental impacts, aligning with broader goals of reducing the aviation industry's carbon footprint. The FAA anticipates awarding up to 200 grants, with funding ranging from $1 to $20 million, and applications are due by September 30, 2024. For further inquiries, interested applicants can contact Oliva Bastiampillai at oliva.bastiampillai@faa.gov or by phone at 202-267-3546.