Resource page explaining the production, feedstock, and uses of wood pellets. Follow this link to learn more: https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/fr269
Author: william.herring
Long-term effects of nitrogen fertilization on the productivity of subsequent stands of Douglas-fir in the Pacific Northwest
What is the long-term impact of nitrogen fertilization for Douglas fir? This research delves into the productivity of one of the most important species in the Pacific Northwest. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0378112709001480
Biomass Resource Facilities and Biomass Conversion Processing for Fuels and Chemicals
A review article explaining the utilization of biomass via direct combustion, thermochemical, biochemical, and agrochemical processes. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0196890400001370
Technology Assessment for Utilization of Washington state biomass
A research poster assessing the biomass of Washington state and the potential usage of crop and forest residues in hypothetical plants Follow this link to learn more: http://www.pacificbiomass.org/documents/BeyondWaste_TechnoAssessmentForWaStateBiomass.pdf
Oregon Forest Industry Directory
The Oregon Forest Industry Directory facilitates the establishment of business connections between the broad array of interests in Oregon’s forestry sector. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.orforestdirectory.com/
Biomass Removal
This report focuses on the positive and negative impacts that thinning, slash removal, and forest fires can have on forests in the Western US. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.oregon.gov/odf/pubs/docs/odf_biomass_removal_effects_report.pdf
Woody Biomass for Bioenergy and Biofuels in the United States — A Briefing Paper
This report provides a summary of some of the existing knowledge and literature related to the production of woody biomass from bioenergy with a particular focus on the economic perspective. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.fsl.orst.edu/lulcd/Publicationsalpha_files/White_pnw_gtr825.pdf
Why Biomass is Important — The Role of the USDA Forest Service in Managing and Using Biomass for Energy and Other Uses
Biomass derived from forest areas is useful for both environmental and industrial uses. This article describes the various uses of biomass and how the USDA Forest Service can support these uses. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.fs.fed.us/research/pdf/biomass_importance.pdf
Wood Bioenergy: Homegrown Baseload Energy for Idaho
a report summarizing issues, opportunities, and suggested actions to address the State of Idaho energy objectives, outlined in the Legislature’s 2007 Idaho Energy Plan Follow this link to learn more: http://www.energy.idaho.gov/energyalliance/d/forest_packet.pdf
DSIRE — Database of State Incentives for Renewables and Efficiency
DSIRE is a comprehensive source of information on state, local, utility and federal incentives and policies that promote renewable energy and energy efficiency. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.dsireusa.org/index.cfm