RIN generation in new biotechnologies? Most developers of new biofuels technologies need an opinion about the generation of renewable identification numbers (RINs), the credits used for compliance under the EPA Renewable Fuels Standard. There are…
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Plastics Pyrolysis
Plastic pyrolysis refers to converting plastics into other products by means of some thermal type treatment. An example of such technology would be a plastic-to-fuel (PTF) technology that would convert scrap plastic into fuels. The…
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Biomass Conversion Agitation
Biomass Conversion Agitation. This PowerPoint by Lee Enterprises Expert, Greg Benz, discussed wet conversion (rather than pyrolysis) of cellulosic materials that can be hydrolyzed into sugars and then converted into biofuels. It talks about the…
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Industrial Fermentation Expert
What does an Industrial Fermentation Expert or Consultant do? The word “fermentation” can apply to any process that uses a living cell in a medium that allows it to grow, and to perform whatever process…
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Auctions in the Bioeconomy PPT
This is a good PowerPoint by Lee Enterprises Expert, Travis Birdsong, about buying, selling or auctioning biofuels plants. It talks about the auction process, the decision to auction or sell plant, foreclosures in the bioeconomy,…
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Bioprocess Scale Up PPT
This is a PowerPoint by Lee Enterprises Expert, Dr. Doug Rivers, about scaling up bioprocesses. It talks about using internal versus external advice, development lags, equipment failures, development of key data, necessity of a demonstration…
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Bioeconomy Experts
What is the “Bioeconomy”? Bioeconomy is defined as the knowledge-based production and utilization of biological resources, biological processes and principles to sustainably provide goods and services across all economic sectors. It involves using renewable biological…
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Water Treatment Expert
What is “water treatment” and what does a water treatment expert or water treatment consultant do? First, let define the term. The short version of water treatment technology is that which uses kinetic energy (not…
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Appraisal and Valuation Considerations in an Acquisition
Understanding value and price is always critical in a business transaction. It is an important consideration for various stakeholders including financing partners, investors, or other key stakeholders. Appraisal and valuations can assist in negotiations and…
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Circular v. Linear Economy
What is a circular economy? How is it different from a linear economy? Why is the distinction important? A circular economy is one in which we attempt to minimize waste and make the most of our…
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