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For companies with an environmental focus

 The experienced SBIR awardee is often able to compete for more robust R&D funding as well as government procurement contracts. Tributary Insights specializes in helping eco-innovative firms continue their journey through Phase 2 and into commercialization.  Before Tributary Insights was a TABA provider we focused on building up the eco-innovative industry mainly in the fields of mining, water quality, and carbon capture. We still support these companies and provide further assistance for environmentally driven companies.

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​​​See below what we can do for you. 

Pursuing Funding Beyond SBIR

Federal R&D Expenditures

Federal agencies spend about $190 billion a year on research and development. Here are a few examples of where the money goes: 

  • Federal laboratories take up $26 billion

  • The SBIR program accounts for about $4 billion

  • Approximately $70 billion is for furthering innovations that are beyond TRL 6

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R&D Opportunities

Federal agencies post R&D opportunities on a variety of sites. Here are a few examples:

Grants.gov

Challenge.gov

Systems for Award Management (SAM)

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SBIR.gov

  • ​Identifying Additional Sources of Funding: In depth reports of supplementing federal programs 

  • Grant Writing Expertise: Including technical reviews of proposals to other R&D funding programs 

  • Cybersecurity Needs: Helping your business meet federal cybersecurity requirements to maintain eligibility and safeguard your data.

  • Assessing Preparedness for Capital Infusion: Guidance on how to converse with, find and meet investors 

  • Environmental Assessments: Supporting environmentally focused projects with assessments that meet regulatory and funding criteria.

  • Connections to resources such as Patent Support, Accounting and Financial Management, and Legal Support

Tributary Insights is able to provide guidance to the eco-innovation centric firm as well as make referrals for services we do not provide. 

Hot Eco-Innovation Topics 2025

Eco-Innovation: ​

A business approach that creates products, processes, and services that are more environmentally friendly and sustainable

We provide the following services for more mature innovations:

  • Carbon capture

  • Mining reclamation

  • Water Conservation

  • Waste Management

  • Environmental Management

  • Global Ocean Monitoring

  • Climate Change

  • Geologic Hazards

  • Natural Resources

  • Biodiversity

  • Sustainable Farming

  • Forestry

  • Plants and Pesticides

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Tributary Insights

We know launching a new innovative product or service is unchartered territory for most entrepreneurs.  Our experienced team can supplemental support to your team as you navigate the rough waters of start up and growth stages.  

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