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Biomass
 Websites presented in alphabetical order AgMRC: Biomass 
 "Biomass refers to organic matter that can be converted to energy. Some of the most common biomass fuels are wood, agricultural residues and crops grown specifically for energy." Discusses uses of biomass materials such as hay, industrial hemp, meadowfoam, switchgrass, and sawdust and wood shavings. Includes links to related sites. From the Agricultural Marketing Resource Center (AgMRC) at Iowa State University. http://www.agmrc.org/renewable_energy/biomass_energy_production/industry_analysis.cfm Topics: Energy Last updated Jun 20, 2009 Energy Tutorial
A browsable overview of energy sources, featuring photographs, statistics, and quizzes. Topics include fossil fuels, oil shale, nuclear, solar, wind, geothermal, biomass and wastes, hydroelectric, fuel cell, combustion, gasification, reciprocating engine, and turbines. Also explores environmental impacts and trends. From the National Fuel Cell Research Center (NFCRC), University of California, Irvine. http://www.nfcrc.uci.edu/EnergyTutorial/ Topics: Electrical Energy, Energy, Science, Technology Last updated Apr 24, 2005 Harvesting Clean Energy
Focusing on wind power, biomass power and fuel, solar power for watering stock, and geothermal heating, this site serves "as a clearinghouse for making energy projects happen in Washington [state], Oregon, Montana and Idaho." The site includes information about policies and incentives, questions and answers about alternative energy, and other resources for Northwest rural farmers and landowners. http://www.harvestcleanenergy.org Topics: Agriculture, Business, Electrical Energy, Energy, Home & Housing, Technology, Water Last updated Oct 10, 2005 Mississippi State University MicroCHP
Publications and research materials from a center developing energy-efficient micro-cooling, heating, and power (micro-CHP) systems "suitable for agricultural, residential, and small commercial buildings." Provides a diagram showing the components of micro-CHP systems, which use "distributed electric and thermal energy delivery systems at or near end-user sites." Also includes presentations, instructional modules, and links to other websites about micro-CHP and energy efficiency. From Mississippi State University. http://microchp.msstate.edu Topics: Electrical Energy, Energy Last updated Nov 20, 2006 Renewable Resource Data Center
This U.S. Dept. of Energy-sponsored resource contains data relating to natural energy sources such as solar radiation, biomass, geothermal, and wind power. There's an illustrated glossary of alternative energy-related terms, and links to projects and information for students and teachers. Consumers preparing to install solar panels can estimate their savings by using the "PVWatts" link, which calculates the electricity produced by any photovoltaic solar system. http://rredc.nrel.gov/ Topics: Astronomy, Electrical Energy, Energy, Photograph Collections: Nature & Wildlife, Technology Last updated May 30, 2001 USDA Forest Service Pacific Southwest Region: Forests With a Future
Information about the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service "campaign in California and parts of Nevada to protect Sierra Nevada old-growth forests, wildlife and communities against catastrophic wildfires. This campaign is a proactive approach aimed at restoring natural conditions." Includes a brochure, printable flyers, and information sheets about thinning 20-30 inch diameter trees, reducing biomass, and related topics. Also includes a site map and a description of planned work. http://forestsfuture.fs.fed.us/ Topics: Agriculture, Energy, Environment, Outdoor Recreation, Plants, Science Last updated Aug 4, 2004 |
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