An introduction to biomass: what it is, how it can be used, and the challenges faced by the biomass industry. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.amrenewables.com/biomass-energy/
Author: william.herring
Ethanol Feedstocks
What are the various bioethanol feedstocks? Which ones are the most efficient? Find out at this DOE page. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.afdc.energy.gov/fuels/ethanol_feedstocks.html
State Biomass Definitions
Legislative and/or regulatory definition of eligible biomass sources and technologies. Follow this link to learn more: http://go.ucsusa.org/cgi-bin/RES/state_standards_search.pl?states=All&category3=&submit3=GO&category7=&submit7=GO&category8=24&submit8=GO&category32=&submit32=GO&category39=&submit39=GO&category43=&submit43=GO&category51=&submit51=GO
Tax Credits and Rebates – by State
Find energy rebates and credits for your state. Follow this link to learn more: http://energy.gov/savings
Where the Trees are: Aboveground Biomass Map
A high-resolution model displaying aboveground woody biomass in the US. Follow this link to learn more: http://earthobservatory.nasa.gov/IOTD/view.php?id=76697
Resources, Conferences, and Articles from the CSBP
Downloadable resource information from the CSBP, a multi-stakeholder organization established in 2007 to develop voluntary sustainability standards for the production of second generation, cellulosic biomass and its conversion to bioenergy. Follow this link to learn more: http://csbp.org/Resources.aspx
Biofuels vs Bioinvasions: Seeding Policy Priorities
Some cellulosic biofuel crops are also invasive weeds. Is it possible to grow these crops while maintaining our environment? (.pdf) Follow this link to learn more: http://ageconsearch.umn.edu/bitstream/60352/2/DiTomasoJ.pdf
IDX: Integrated Design Experience
The Integrated Design Experience, part of Washington State University’s Institute for Sustainable Design, addresses challenging design focused projects that require an integration of disciplines to develop inspired designs. Follow this link to learn more: http://idexstudio.org/
Trends and Challenges in the Microbial Production of Lignocellulosic Bioalcohol Fuels.
This review explores the the various properties of microorganisms and compares current research efforts to develop a reliable lignocellulosic bioalcohol-producing organism. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.mendeley.com/research/trends-challenges-microbial-production-lignocellulosic-bioalcohol-fuels-1
Integrated Procurement of Pulpwood and Energy Wood from Early Thinnings using Whole-tree Bundling
In this feasibility study, the required productivity level of bundle harvesting (i.e., cutting and bundling) in Scots pine-dominated stands was assessed by comparing the total supply chain costs based on whole-tree bundling with those of the other pulpwood and energy wood supply chains by means of system analysis. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0961953410003326