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Bioenergy
Energy produced from biomass or organic matter. Biomass may either be burned directly or converted into liquids or gaseous fuel.
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anaerobic fluidized bed
Energy; Bioenergy
A system for the treatment of moderate and high strength industrial waste
root production method (RPM)
Energy; Bioenergy
A system of producing trees in containers that focuses on the root systems of the tree in order to increase the chances of successful outplanting.
conversion technology
Energy; Bioenergy
A technology that converts biomass into bioenergy or biofuel.
sugar beet
Energy; Bioenergy
A temperate zone root vegetable (Beta vulgaris L.) noted for its high sucrose content, and which can be used as a feedstock for production of ethanol.
green diesel
Energy; Bioenergy
A term loosely used as a stand-in for biodiesel or a specific type of diesel acquired by hydrogenation of vegetable oils.
advanced biofuels
Energy; Bioenergy
A term used by organizations advocating sustainable or green biofuels; biofuels that are greenhouse gas-reducing, water conserving and wildlife-friendly.
