Bioenergy

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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Bioenergy

An organic compound formed in the atmosphere from the addition of nitrogen dioxide, NO2, to the peroxyacyl radical formed in the oxidation of acetaldehyde. It is a component of photochemical smog and ...

alternative fuel vehicle (AFV)

Energy; Bioenergy

Any dedicated, flexible-fueled, or dual-fueled vehicle designed to operate on at least one alternative fuel.

integrated bioenergy center

Energy; Bioenergy

Any plant or factory that combines a number of different bioenergy technologies in an integrated loop. For example a dairy farm might provide manure, which is converted into biogas to fuel a power ...

fuel additive

Energy; Bioenergy

Any substance added to a fuel to alter its properties.

oil alternative

Energy; Bioenergy

Any substance which can be used as a substitute for oil for engine fuel, the production of plastic or other uses. Includes biodiesel and ethanol among others.

aquatic biofuels

Energy; Bioenergy

Aquatic organisms and wastes that can be used to produce biofuels.

co-benefits

Energy; Bioenergy

Beneficial results of an action or policy in addition to the main goal sought. For example, actions to preserve forests in order to sequester carbon would likely have the co-benefit of conserving ...