Forest biomass for energy: a perspective

Conference · Thu Jan 01 04:00:00 EST 1981 · ACS Symp. Ser.; (United States)

OSTI ID:6487476

Sajdak, R L; Lai, Y Z; Mroz, G D; Jurgensen, M F

Various studies suggest wood could supply to to 10% of the Nation's current energy needs within the next decade. Depending upon the strategies used, eventually it may be possible to supply 20% of our total energy budget. However, the use of wood for energy production must be kept in proper perspective. Wood is not the only product of our forests. These lands play a vital role in providing various social and cultural benefits such as wilderness, outdoor recreation, wildlife, fish, and clean water. Therefore, no single resource or forest use can be examined in isolation from the others. Energy uses will have to be balanced against the growing demand on our forests for lumber, fiber products, and recreational opportunities. This paper analyzes the feasibility and implications of increased utilization of our forests as a source of energy. Consideration will also be given to the production of biomass from intensively cultured plantations as well as the quality of the biomass produced by different management techniques.

• Research Organization: Michigan Technological Univ., Houghton
• OSTI ID: 6487476
• Report Number(s): CONF-790415-P8
• Conference Information: Journal Name: ACS Symp. Ser.; (United States) Journal Volume: 144
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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