January 2026 Kickoff Meeting Synopsis

Published: January 22, 2026
Authors: NGP RIDR Leadership Team
Type: Workshop Proceedings

Executive summary of the January 21–22, 2026 NGP RIDR Phase I kickoff meeting at the University of Montana. Covers NSF R2I2 program context and expectations, the interactive grand-challenges exercise, deep dives into all five solutions, the FARTHER Ventures commercialization discussion, and the Phase I timeline and coordination plan with solution leads, partner organizations, and upcoming engagement forums.