Biomass as an energy source contributes to a decrease in the dependence on imported
fossil fuels, while at the same time, adding value to the countries where biomass fuel …

The lignocellulosic C4 perennial crop miscanthus and, more particularly, one of its species,
Miscanthus× giganteus, are especially interesting for bioenergy production because they …

To increase the understanding of poplar and willow perennial woody crops and facilitate
their deployment for the production of biofuels, bioproducts, and bioenergy, there is a need …

Studies of the production and use of biomass of perennial plants as energy feedstock have
been conducted by Polish researchers for over 20 years. One genus of particular interest is …

Trace element (TE) contaminated land represents an important risk to the environment and
to human health worldwide. These soils usually contain a variety of TEs which can be a …

Land application of residues in short-rotation plantation has a priori the double advantage to
meet the nutrient needs of these tree plantations at lower cost while recycling residues …

Willow cropping is increasingly spreading worldwide for various purposes including
vegetation filter. Willow plantations are highly nutrient-demanding and site fertilization may …

Abstract Ground-level ozone (O 3) is a widespread air pollutant causing extensive injuries in
plants. However, its effects on perennial energy crops remain poorly understood due to …

Sustained interest in producing renewable energy from dedicated woody biomass crops,
such as shrub willow (Salix spp.), through short rotation coppice (SRC) has resulted in a …

Since woody plants like willow are used increasingly in treatment wetlands, there is a
growing need to characterize their ecophysiology in these specific growing conditions. For …