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Biomass Availability with Matthew Langholtz
Jul 13, 2021
Matthew Langholtz, expert in biomass availability, discusses the types of biomass for sustainable energy, policy adjustments for bioenergy competitiveness, and the role of bioenergy in transitioning from fossil fuels. Topics include biomass sources, wood pellet transportation efficiency, biomass waste utilization, and bioenergy with carbon capture for carbon sequestration.
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- Biomass is essential for bioenergy as a carbon-neutral renewable energy source.
- Economic feasibility and market adjustments are crucial for biomass to compete with fossil fuels.
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Overview of Biofuels and Biomass
Biofuels, including biomass, represent a significant portion of renewable energy sources, with biofuels contributing about 40% of the US renewable energy supply. Biomass, defined as organic material derived from living or once-living organisms, serves as the basis for biofuels and offers an environmentally sustainable energy alternative.
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