The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded $400,000 in funding to ENF Products LLC in Edmond, Oklahoma, to advance the development of a nanofiber filter designed to capture indoor air toxins and pathogens. This grant marks the second round of Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program funding for the company, following an initial $100,000 Phase I award.
As one of 11 federal agencies participating in the competitive SBIR program, EPA supports small businesses in exploring technological solutions for environmental challenges. These Phase II awards specifically target innovations in areas such as water quality monitoring, PFAS contamination, indoor air quality, recycling systems, and safer chemical development.
Teresa Booeshaghi, Associate Administrator for EPA’s Office of Applied Science and Environmental Solutions (OASES), said, “Their groundbreaking ideas not only address critical needs but also pave the way for a healthier planet and a stronger, more sustainable economy.” Region 6 Administrator Scott Mason added, “ENF Products is doing Oklahoma proud with their innovative project that could help make homes, businesses and other indoor environments safer and healthier.”
The EPA's SBIR program, active for over 40 years, provides $100,000 for Phase I "proof of concept" and $400,000 for Phase II development and commercialization, with potential for additional matching funds. This continued investment aims to bring innovative environmental technologies to market, benefiting public health and the economy.