The impact of green chemistry is discussed with respect to chemicals and biofuels generated from within a holistic concept of a biorefinery. This report takes into account the current climate of several interrelated global issues, such as climate change, chemicals, energy, and oil production.
Follow this link to learn more: http://www.annualreviews.org/doi/abs/10.1146/annurev-chembioeng-062011-081014

What is the role and scope of biofuels in a world potentially awash in newfound oil and gas?
Follow this link to learn more: http://www.biofuelsdigest.com/bdigest/2012/08/01/the-republic-of-biofuels-and-the-age-of-plenty/

Fuels for Schools was started in Vermont as a statewide initiative to promote and encourage the use of renewable, local natural resources to provide reliable heat for schools. It has since grown into a multistate program, and has recently expanded its scope beyond schools.
Follow this link to learn more: http://www.biomassmagazine.com/articles/1230/fuels-for-schools-and-beyond/

A lesson plan for elementary grades to determine whether a tree should be used for fuel or left to sequester carbon. Includes isntructions, worksheets, and potential questions
Follow this link to learn more: https://docs.google.com/a/nararenewables.org/file/d/0B188lS8SaYDgelpSTXU0TjZUTzg/edit

A chart that is useful for the Value of a Tree lesson. A table that gives estimates of carbon in trees of various sizes.
Follow this link to learn more: https://docs.google.com/a/nararenewables.org/file/d/0B188lS8SaYDgMG85M3RrVEJEVEU/edit

RTI (Rural Technology Initiative) was established in January 2000 by a federal grant as a pilot project to accelerate the implementation of new technologies in rural forest resource-based communities. The RTI mission was simple: Empower the existing infrastructure to use better technology in rural areas for managing forests for increased product and environmental values in support of local communities.
Follow this link to learn more: http://www.cfr.washington.edu/research.pfc/rti/

When it comes to carbon emissions, how much does your family make? MOSS provides a quick look at household carbon emissions. This chart is useful for the Value of a Tree lesson. suggested age: K-12
Follow this link to learn more: https://docs.google.com/a/nararenewables.org/file/d/0B188lS8SaYDgNGNvRkZQb2RfcVU/edit

Evaluating the ethics of biofuels and its effect on climate
Follow this link to learn more: http://www.springerlink.com/content/g28hj32713718627/

A list of links to Pacific Northwest legislatures, statutes, rules, and government sites.
Follow this link to learn more: http://guides.lib.washington.edu/content.php?pid=128073&sid=1099057

An explanation of National Oil Companies and their infrastructure
Follow this link to learn more: http://siteresources.worldbank.org/INTOGMC/Resources/9780821388310.pdf