Fact sheets, reports, and a forest biomass calculator for residual forest biomass collection from Washington state forests Follow this link to learn more: http://www.dnr.wa.gov/ResearchScience/Topics/OtherConservationInformation/Pages/em_forest_biomass_supply_study.aspx
Category: Feedstocks
Feedstock webpage
US EIA Renewable Energy — Biomass Data and Information (2002-2006)
Feedstock and economics data for biofuels produced from biomass. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.eia.gov/cneaf/solar.renewables/page/biomass/biomass.html
Learning from our mistakes: minimizing problems with invasive biofuel plants
While looking for the perfect biofuel crop, it’s important to consider its effect on the surrounding environment. This article highlights potential strategies to protect land and reduce problems with invasive introduced crops. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S187734351000134X
Second-Generation Biofuel: Isobutanol Producing Biocatalyst
With support from EPA’s Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program, Gevo launched a project to identify rate-limiting steps in the isobutanol pathway in yeast. This effort resulted in the development of genetic and biochemical assays to characterize each of the enzymes involved in the production of isobutanol in yeast. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.epa.gov/ncer/sbir/success/pdf/gevo010711.pdf
Biomass to the Rescue
Bob Cleaves, President of Biomass Power Association, explains how biomass and fire prevention go hand in hand. Follow this link to learn more: http://biomassmagazine.com/articles/8236/biomass-to-the-rescue
Life Cycle Assessment of Potential Biojet Fuel Production in the United States
The objective of this research is to reveal to what degree biobased jet fuels can reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the U.S. aviation sector. Follow this link to learn more: http://pubs.acs.org/doi/abs/10.1021/es202148g
Long-Term Soil Productivity: genesis of the concept and principles behind the program
This research article describes the LTSP project, a soil research program 10 years in the making that studies carbon capture and its effects on vegetative growth. Follow this link to learn more: http://soilslab.cfr.washington.edu/publications/SoilManagementWFCA2009/Powers%20CJFR.pdf
Environmental Costs and Benefits of Transportation Biofuel Production from Food- and Lignocellulose-based Energy Crops. A review
A review article covering the costs and benefits of various energy crops. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.springerlink.com/content/eg04r9773w3g31m6/
Woody Biomass Desk Guide and Toolkit
This Woody Biomass Desk Guide and Toolkit provides an overview of woody biomass production and utilization in the U.S., tips of how to provide effective outreach for your clientele, and educational handouts to share with your audiences. The purpose of this guide is to equip natural resource professionals and outreach specialists with the information and tools needed to increase awareness of the use of woody biomass for energy in the U.S. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.nacdnet.org/resources/guides/biomass/
Biomass and Biogas Carbon Calculator (Ofgem) (downloadable program)
The UK Biomass and Biogas Carbon Calculator calculates carbon intensity and greenhouse gas (GHG) saving of solid biomass and biogas used for electricity and heat generation. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.ofgem.gov.uk/Sustainability/Environment/RenewablObl/FuelledStations/bbcc/Pages/bbcc.aspx