Terrestrial lignocellulosic biomass has the potential to be a carbon neutral and domestic
source of fuels and chemicals. However, the innate variability of biomass resources, such as …

This study reviews economics of production of second generation biofuels from various
feedstocks, including crop and wood/forestry residues, lignocellulosic energy crops …

Energy is a vital input for social and economic development of any nation. With increasing
agricultural and industrial activities in the country, the demand for energy is also increasing …

The recent statements of both the European Union and the US Presidency pushed in the
direction of using renewable forms of energy, in order to act against climate changes …

Switchgrass (Panicum virgatum L.)—a perennial, warm-season (C4) species—evolved
across North America into multiple, divergent populations. The resulting natural variation …

Biomass is a renewable energy source with increasing importance. The larger fraction of
cost in biomass energy generation originates from the logistics operations. A major issue …

Reducing dependency on fossil fuels and mitigating their environmental impacts are among
the most promising aspects of utilizing renewable energy sources. The availability of various …

The production of biofuels, bioenergy and chemical intermediates from biomass is a
promising solution to reduce the consumption of fossil fuels and greenhouse gas emissions …

Corn stover is the residue that is left behind after corn grain harvest. We have constructed a
life‐cycle model that describes collecting corn stover in the state of Iowa, in the Midwest of …

During the last decade, countries around the world-especially the US, Brazil, and many in
Europe-have worked to accelerate the commercialization of a biofuel industry. As pilot plant …