A presentation from the National Agricultural Statistics Service explaining the challenges of biomass-based biofuel production. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.nass.usda.gov/Education_and_Outreach/Reports,_Presentations_and_Conferences/Presentations/Mueller_ASPRS09_BioenergyCrops.pdf
Category: Feedstocks
Feedstock webpage
Effect of Mixing on Enzymatic Hydrolysis of Steam-pretreated Spruce: a Quantitative Analysis of Conversion and Power Consumption
In the present study, the effects of mixing on the enzymatic hydrolysis of steam-pretreated spruce were investigated using a stirred tank reactor operated with different impeller speeds and enzyme loadings. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.biotechnologyforbiofuels.com/content/4/1/10
Structure and Function of Wood
The Forest Service describes the various parts of a tree, the differences between species of trees, and how a tree grows and matures. A great starting point to understanding wood. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.fpl.fs.fed.us/documnts/fplgtr/fplgtr190/chapter_03.pdf
The Chemical Composition of Wood
This USDA Forest Products Laboratory article describes the composition of wood at a molecular level. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.fpl.fs.fed.us/documnts/pdf1984/pette84a.pdf
Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Aviation and Marine Transportation: Mitigation Potential and Policies
A book covering marine gas emissions and policies surrounding marine biofuels. Follow this link to learn more: http://escholarship.org/uc/item/5nz642qb#page-1
Market Searches for US Wood Buyers and Sellers
Wind Wood Utilization is the hub for information specifically relating to the preparation for, response to, recovery from major wind events and the utilization of downed & damaged timber and woody debris that can be generated. Follow this link to learn more: http://windwoodutilization.org/find-a-market.asp?
NREL Biomass Atlas
An interactive map of renewable feedstocks, energy plants, filling stations, and vehicle usage. Follow this link to learn more: http://maps.nrel.gov/biomass
The Greenhouse Gas Emissions Performance of Cellulosic Ethanol Supply Chains in Europe
This paper estimates and compares emissions from plausible supply chains for lignocellulosic ethanol production, exemplified using data specific to the UK and Sweden. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.biotechnologyforbiofuels.com/content/2/1/15
Biomass Feedstock Pre-Processing – Part 2: Densification
This in-depth review article describes pre-processing procedures like densification of wood and agricultureal biomass. Follow this link to learn more: http://biomassmagazine.com/articles/8595/researchers-use-ionic-liquid-to-pretreat-biofuel-feedstock-mix
Researchers use ionic liquid to pretreat biofuel feedstock mix
Winemakers have long known that blending different grape varietals can favorably balance the flavor characteristics of the wine they produce. In the future, makers of advanced biofuels might use a similar strategy, blending different feedstock varieties to balance the energy characteristics of the transportation fuel they produce. Follow this link to learn more: http://biomassmagazine.com/articles/8595/researchers-use-ionic-liquid-to-pretreat-biofuel-feedstock-mix