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Expert Witness – Biomass

“Biomass” refers to organic materials derived from plants and other living organisms, that can be used as a source of renewable energy or various bio-based products. The term “biomass” encompasses a wide range of biological…
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Feedstock Experts

What do “feedstock experts” do? In the “renewable” world, the term “feedstock” is used to mean any renewable, biological material that can be used directly as a fuel or converted to another form of fuel…
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Sewage Treatment Expert

A sewage treatment expert is one who can assist with the process of removing contaminants from municipal wastewater coming mainly from household sewage and industrial wastewater. There are several physical, chemical, and biological processes that…
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Sludge Treatment Expert

“Sludge” is a general term for liquids, with a high solids content, that remain after some industrial processes such as wastewater treatment, drinking water treatment, mining operations, or petroleum extraction. Although sludges are typically thought…
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Biomass Feedstocks To Help Derisk Biofuels Projects

Biomass feedstocks that have front-end material handling steps factored in can be a strategic solution for derisking biofuel projects, as they can reduce the complexity of the project and the associated risks. This is especially…
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Feedstock Evaluation & Risk Analysis

As feedstock is the single largest expense in any biofuel operation, feedstock evaluation and the risks associated with the different feedstocks are crucial considerations.   As opposed to other types of agricultural-based operations, biofuels see new…
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Forest Product Operations in the Bioeconomy

Performed properly, forest product operations provide for healthy forests, thriving wildlife habitats, energy independence, and strong rural economies. These operations provide a number of significant and unique benefits. These operations provide significant tools and resources…
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Biotechnology in Renewable Energy

Biotechnology plays a vital role in the development of renewable energy sources. Biotechnology can help to produce biofuels, a renewable source of energy.  These biofuels are derived from plant-based materials such as corn, sugarcane, and…
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Wastewater Plant Energy Balance

Wastewater treatment plants are significant energy consumers, with energy input being the electricity, fuel, and chemicals required for plant operation, and energy output being biogas, heat, and electricity produced by the plant. If the energy…
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