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/
Category: Feedstocks
Feedstock webpage
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
Why Biomass is Important — The Role of the USDA Forest Service in Managing and Using Biomass for Energy and Other Uses
Biomass derived from forest areas is useful for both environmental and industrial uses. This article describes the various uses of biomass and how the USDA Forest Service can support these uses. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.fs.fed.us/research/pdf/biomass_importance.pdf
Woody Biomass for Bioenergy and Biofuels in the United States — A Briefing Paper
This report provides a summary of some of the existing knowledge and literature related to the production of woody biomass from bioenergy with a particular focus on the economic perspective. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.fsl.orst.edu/lulcd/Publicationsalpha_files/White_pnw_gtr825.pdf
Biomass Removal
This report focuses on the positive and negative impacts that thinning, slash removal, and forest fires can have on forests in the Western US. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.oregon.gov/odf/pubs/docs/odf_biomass_removal_effects_report.pdf
New Uses for Glut of Small Logs From Thinning of Forests
Peter Stark thinned 80 acres of his forest for fire prevention. The effort led him to investigate uses for small diameter trees, and to start a new company to make wood products from them. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.nytimes.com/2006/01/10/science/10tree.html
Oregon Forest Industry Directory
The Oregon Forest Industry Directory facilitates the establishment of business connections between the broad array of interests in Oregon’s forestry sector. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.orforestdirectory.com/
A Mathematical Model to Design a Lignocellulosic Biofuel Supply Chain System with a Case Study Based on a Region in Central Texas.
This study formulates a model to maximize the profit of a lignocellulosic biofuel supply chain ranging from feedstock suppliers to biofuel customers. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.mendeley.com/research/mathematical-model-design-lignocellulosic-biofuel-supply-chain-system-case-study-based-region-central-texas/
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