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/
Category: Feedstocks
Feedstock webpage
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
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
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
Tax Credits and Rebates – by State
Find energy rebates and credits for your state. Follow this link to learn more: http://energy.gov/savings
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
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
Biomass 101
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/
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
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