TRDA: About Us

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Americans make up 5% of the world's population, yet consume 26% of the world's energy. The U.S. uses approximately 15 times more energy per person than the typical developing country. The United States spends about $440 billion annually for energy. Energy costs U.S. consumers $200 billion and U.S. manufacturers $100 billion annually.	Technology is a vital component to a thriving nation. Always evolving, it is the tool most needed in our classrooms and a key component in driving economic development throughout the United States. Florida’s Technological Research and Development Authority (TRDA) is dedicated to making technology work for America. As an Independent Special District of the state of Florida, the TRDA leverages funding from federal, state and private resources to develop and implement technology-based programs across four target areas: education, business incubation, energy and technology transfer. By infusing new technology into Florida businesses and schools, the TRDA helps to strengthen the economy and education throughout the state and nation. SBIR/STTR Phase I Proposal Preparation Workshops From April through November 2010, TRDA will offer seven high-impact workshops around the state to help businesses submit more competitive Small Business Innovative Research and Small Business Technology Transfer proposals to NASA and other federal agencies. Click here for more information. Click here for Project Lift-Off application. Click here for current RFPs.