A review article on the integration of biorefineries and economic pros and cons of integration. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0306261909001676
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Importance of Systems Biology in Engineering Microbes for Biofuel Production
Alleviating stresses in microorganism synthesis pathways may prove cost-effective when engineering microbes for biofuel production. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0958166908000566
An Evolutionary Strategy for Isobutanol Production Strain Development in Escherichia coli
This article explores the development of a rapid evolutionary strategy for isolating strains of Escherichia coli that effectively produce isobutanol from glucose utilizing random mutagenesis and a growth selection scheme. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1096717611000905
Alternative Fuels Data Center Home Page
Federal incentives, laws and regulations, funding opportunities, and other federal initiatives related to alternative fuels and vehicles, advanced technologies, or air quality. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.afdc.energy.gov/afdc/laws/fed_summary/Category#Incentives
Thermoascus aurantiacus is a Promising Source of Enzymes for Biomass Deconstruction under Thermophilic Conditions
This research looks at two species of thermophilic fungi that produce biomass-decaying enzymes which may be useful for future biofuel conversion technologies. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.biotechnologyforbiofuels.com/content/5/1/54/abstract
Managing Forests for Biomass Potential (.pdf)
This note describes the types of forests and conditions that can be improved by biomass harvesting. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.ces.ncsu.edu/forestry/biomass/pubs/WB007.pdf
CORRIM Bioenergy Basics — Research
CORRIM is an organization that develops a scientific base of information relating to the environmental performance of wood based building products. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.corrim.org/research/bioenergy.asp
2009 Energy Consumption per Person (map)
An interactive map showing energy consumption per person by state. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.doe.gov/maps/2009-energy-consumption-person
2009 Energy Expenditure per Person (map)
An interactive map showing energy expenditure per person by state Follow this link to learn more: http://www.doe.gov/maps/2009-energy-expenditure-person
Biomass Policy Page
Information about legislation and policies regarding biomass. Follow this link to learn more: http://www.emnrd.state.nm.us/emnrd/biomass/policy.html