Publications
GENERAL
INDUSTRIAL/COMMERCIAL WOOD COMBUSTION
RESIDENTIAL WOOD COMBUSTION
CROP RESIDUE COMBUSTION
WOODY AND NON-WOODY CROP PRODUCTION
SOLID FUEL PRODUCTION
MUNICIPAL WASTE-TO-ENERGY
ETHANOL PRODUCTION AND USE
METHANE PRODUCTION
ECONOMIC ANALYSIS
GENERAL
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Great Lakes Regional Biomass Energy Program: Activities and Accomplishments (July 1994), 54 pages, a succinct, attractively designed publication summarizing the Great Lakes Regional Biomass Energy Program approach and accomplishments; provides a technical overview for public and private sector decision makers; reviews the status of biomass energy development state-by-state within the region; catalogs pertinent state, regional and federal publications, R & D projects, and resource contacts for prospective biomass energy developers and users; and briefly discusses issues and future directions for the Program. (Photographs, illustrations)
The American Farm: Harnessing the Sun to Fuel the World (March 1994), 21 pages, this colorful publication was produced for the U.S. Department of Energy by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory. Farmers have already begun to harness the sun to make the same kinds of energy we get today from fossil fuels. They grow energy crops to make biodiesel and alcohol fuels. Soon energy crops will also produce electricity and chemicals such as plastics. Energy crops include corn, oilseeds, and fast-growing trees and grasses. (Photographs, illustrations)
The Literature of Biomass Energy Production--A Bibliography (October 1986), 135 pages, a reference manual of biomass resources arranged by subject and alphabetically by author. The bibliography covers published material related to biomass energy production nationally and abroad. Those items pertaining to the Great Lakes Region are marked for easy reference.
Biologue (quarterly), 36 pages, a periodical published by the National Bioenergy Industries Association which incorporates reports by each of the five Regional Biomass Energy Programs. Feature stories, editorials, and industry news items encompass a wide range of biomass energy topics. Sample copy and subscription information available.
INDUSTRIAL/COMMERCIAL WOOD COMBUSTION
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Wood Burning for Energy: Case Studies from the Great Lakes- (Content Coming Soon) (September 1986), 50 pages, a documentation of experiences of 14 representative companies and institutions located in the Great Lakes Region that have wood energy systems. The book contains interviews with plant managers and operators and discusses how they overcame potential problems with their systems. An overview of the principles of wood fuel combustion, fuel processing systems, fuel-procurement facts, storage, handling and emissions facts are also included. (Illustrations, photographs, tables)
Assessment of Biomass Cogeneration in the Great Lakes Region: A Great Lakes Casebook (May 1995), 60 pages, ten case studies of biomass cogeneration facilities in the Great Lakes Region. The facilities selected provide examples of how to successfully overcome the array of barriers and disincentives that exist for sale of biomass-generated electricity to utilities. A primary focus of these case studies will be to examine issues related to the Public Utilities Regulatory Policy Act (PURPA) with regard to contracts for utility interconnection. This is an easy-to-read, semi-technical publication that demonstrates strategies for pursuing contracts for sale of excess electricity production to utilities. This publication targets current or potential biomass-fueled cogenerators in the Great Lakes Region. (Photographs, illustrations, tables)
Air Emissions and Ash Disposal at Wood-Burning Facilities: A Sourcebook and Case Studies for the Great Lakes Region (August 1995), 208 pages, a guide containing detailed information on air and ash emissions equipment, controls, regulations, and other issues affecting wood-fired facilities. The book features an updated map and list of wood-fired or co-fired facilities in the Great Lakes region as well as case studies of two wood-fired facilities operating in each of the seven Great Lakes states. (Illustrations, tables, maps)
Assessment of Situation and Potential for Co-firing Coal and Biomass in Energy Facilities (March 1993), 96 pages, a review of the status and potential for co-firing of biomass with coal in the Great Lakes Region. The assessment is based on literature review, extensive interviewing, and detailed case studies of facilities that are now or are capable of co-firing. The study addresses the economic and technological impacts of co-firing, the effects of co-firing on air emissions, and includes nine case studies which address the above issues as well as information on equipment, fuel sources and system performance. (Tables, charts)
Industrial/Commercial Wood Energy Conversion: A guide to Wood Burning, Fuel Storage and Handling Systems (1986), 92 pages, a guidebook designed to assist those interested in wood energy conversion to make initial decisions regarding the potential for utilizing wood. The book includes information about resource availability by type and price, and economic, storage and space feasibility. (Illustrations)
Wood Ash in the Great Lakes Region: Production, Characteristics and Regulations (September 1995), 35 pages, a summary of the regulatory status of wood ash disposal in the Great Lakes Region and the analytical tests required to permit land application of wood ash. The report also includes the results of an analysis of ash samples from 45 industrial wood burners throughout the region. This report is designed to aid and encourage the land application of wood ash. (Tables)
Processing and Utilizing Urban Wood Waste and Pallets for Fuel (1995), a study that identifies the types, current disposition, and energy potential of wood waste in large metropolitan areas in the Great Lakes region. The report investigates the technical and economic feasibility of processing and utilizing waste wood as fuel and identifies potential markets. NOTE: Separate reports are available for each Great Lakes state: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin.
RESIDENTIAL WOOD COMBUSTION
Wood Heating Handbook (February 1985), 95 pages, a step-by-step guide designed to assist the homeowner with the purchase, installation and maintenance of a wood heating system. Sections cover types of wood combustion equipment, sizing combustion units and chimneys, chimney connectors, installing wood stove and central heating systems, operation and maintenance practices. Various worksheets are included. (Tables, illustrations)
Residential Wood Combustion Emissions and Safety Guidebook (January 1985), 227 pages, a handbook providing information for decision-makers involved in the residential wood energy fuel cycle. It identifies potential safety and air pollution problems and presents measures for preventing or solving them. The information was obtained and organized primarily to provide assistance to public sector decision-makers at the state and local levels. It also assists private sector interests in their decisions to improve technology, provide education, and encourage better maintenance and operation of wood burning equipment. (Tables, illustrations, maps)
CROP RESIDUE COMBUSTION
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Combustion of Crop Residues for Energy: Case Studies from the Great Lakes (January 1987), 51 pages, a documentation of experience of farmers and other rural land users who burn agricultural residues to produce energy. Much of the energy produced is for drying grain, but some case studies document space heating for private and public facilities as an alternative use for energy produced. The publication includes an overview of crop residue combustion, the equipment needs, and fuel harvesting, storage and handling issues. (Photographs, tables, illustrations)
WOODY AND NON-WOODY CROP PRODUCTION
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Environmental Impacts of Harvesting Wood for Energy (October 1987), Executive Summary. an overview of the environmental impacts of timber harvesting in forests within the Great Lakes Region. Specific impact areas include soil erosion, sedimentation and stream water quality, forest regeneration, nutrient cycling and depletion, and wildlife habitat. The book concludes with management practice suggestions for the harvesting of wood for energy. (Photographs, tables, diagrams)
Rural and Marginal Land in the Great Lakes Region--Final Report (1986), 93 pages, a report assessing the distribution, location, and characteristics of marginal land in the region. An emphasis is placed on the land resource most feasible for conversion to energy crops, with discussion of assessment and selection of specific rural sites and long-term management goals. (Charts, diagrams)
Biomass Production for Energy Feedstocks on Marginal Land in the Great Lakes Region--Executive Summary (1986), 73 pages, a summary report of a study that assessed the suitability of marginal land in the Great Lakes Region for energy feedstock production. It addresses three feedstock systems as alternative sources of energy and soil conservation: collection of agricultural crop residues; production of herbaceous energy crops; and short-rotation wood production. A survey of private landowners was conducted to determine ownership characteristics, production barriers and landowner attitudes toward the three feedstock systems. Conclusions were drawn about land conversion to energy crop systems, management, yield estimates, and economic factors involved in such a conversion. (Tables)
Short-Rotation Intensive Culture of Woody Crops for Energy--Principles and Practices for the Great Lakes Region (1986), 109 pages, a general guide to short-rotation intensive culture (SRIC) type of forestry. SRIC refers to the establishment and management of plantations of selected trees grown specifically as energy crops. Chapters are dedicated to plantation species, site selection and preparation, availability of planting stock and planting options, and the environmental impacts of SRIC. (Photographs, tables, graphs)
Herbaceous Energy Crop Production Systems for Marginal Land in the Great Lakes Region--Final Report (1986), 50 pages, an overview of the major components of production systems, yield estimates, management, and current research on and recommendations for successful production of herbaceous crops on marginal land. Special consideration is given to legume and grass species. (Charts)
SOLID FUEL PRODUCTION
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Wood Pelletization Sourcebook: A Sample Business Plan for the Potential Pellet Manufacturer (March 1995), 124 pages, this study provides business guidelines and technical information to those considering entering the fuel pelleting business. The specific objectives of this study are to profile different sized pelleting operations, create a sample business plan for pelleting operations and identify key success factors in the industry. Timely, accurate information will help a business evaluate its decision to enter the industry and which segment of the industry is appropriate. The report also includes the results of the 1994 Residential Pellet Manufacturing Survey. (Illustrations, tables)
MUNICIPAL WASTE-TO-ENERGY
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Waste-to-Energy Systems: A Great Lakes Casebook (January, 1992), 40 pages. A review of the operation of 14 waste-to-energy systems from throughout the region. The analysis addresses systems of various sizes, types, and ownership. Interviews with plant operators provided information about the operation and siting of the facilities, and how problems, if any, were overcome. A glossary, matrix/summary, and background information are included. (Photographs, illustrations)
Solid Waste Incineration: Can Removing Materials Before Incineration Reduce Environmental Impacts? (March 1993), 38 pages, a decision makers guide to help determine the effect various waste separation options have on the amount of specific substances in the solid waste fuel, the cost per ton of implementing various strategies, and the change in heating value of the remaining waste when used as fuel. The guide complements SePrOM, a computer model that operates on a Lotus 1-2-3 spreadsheet and allows users to compare different types of waste separation programs. (Tables)
Test Firing and Emissions Analysis of Densified RDF Combustion in a Small Power Boiler (January, 1990) 58 pages, a summary of the results of a test program to determine the feasibility of burning densified refuse-derived fuel in a small power boiler. Three types of d-RDF were test fired in a boiler rated at 6,900 pounds of steam per hour. Fuel composition, air emissions (including dioxins and furans), and ash analyses were conducted. Results were compared with previous tests at other sites in the region. (Tables, illustrations, photographs) More detailed results and background documents are also available.
ETHANOL PRODUCTION AND USE
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Increasing the Efficiency of Ethanol Production Through the Use of a Membrane Technology--Final Report (October, 1993), 76 pages, a summary of a project that developed and demonstrated a continuous high-rate process for the conversion of liquefied corn starch into glucose as a step in reducing the cost of ethanol production. A Continuous Membrane Reactor (CMR) was designed and constructed at the University of Illinois, and a pilot-scale CMR was installed at Pekin Energy Company. Performance results as well as costs and benefits are included. (Photographs, tables, graphs)
Corn-Derived Ethanol: Removing Technological Constraints - Conference Proceedings (May 1991), 34 pages, a brief overview of a conference held to identify and discuss technological advances that will lead to more efficient ethanol production. Current research efforts covered include wet and dry milling, fermentation, dehydration, co-products and ethanol utilization. Implications for agriculture are also presented. Published by the University of Illinois.
Comparison of the Air Quality Effect of Ethanol and MTBE in Reformulated Gasoline in the Lake Michigan Region--Final Report (July 1993), 135 pages. The results of a study of the ozone-forming potential of 10% ethanol and 11% MTBE when blended in the same base gasoline. Computer simulations using version V of the Urban Airshed Photochemical Grid Model indicated no difference in the ozone produced in the Lake Michigan Airshed when either of these candidate oxygenates is used in reformulated gasoline. (Tables, maps)
Transient Emissions Testing of a DDC 8V-92TA Ethanol Engine: Final Report (August 1995), 28 pages, a report of the program to develop an 8V-92TA Detroit Diesel engine to demonstrate the viability of ethanol fueled engines for heavy truck use. The study includes engine performance and emissions results.
METHANE PRODUCTION
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Agriculatural Biogas Casebook (September, 2004) The casebook presents profiles of farms using anaerobic digesters for animal manures in the Great Lakes States, with a special amphasis on biogas use for energy production. In addition to an individual cse study for each site that includes photographs and diagrams of the installation, the Casebook includes tables that compare specific characteristics categorized by farm, digester, digester outputs, cost, and digester history (Available as .pdf only)
Biogas Energy Systems: A Great Lakes Casebook (May, 1993), 38 pages, an examination of anaerobic digesters that utilize the resulting methane gas (biogas) for energy purposes. The publication includes an overview of digester technology and issues, a glossary, a resource list, and a matrix/summary as well as the nine case studies. A landfill, municipal wastewater treatment plant, livestock operation, and various commercial facilities are included. Information about the system size and type, gas production and use, system cost and economics, and state and local permit requirements is included for the highlighted facilities. (Photographs, illustrations)
ECONOMIC ANALYSIS
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Biomass Resources: Generating Jobs and Energy (November 1985), 16 pages, an economic analysis of the Great Lakes Region addressing the impact of increased use of biomass resources. The publication addresses the use of wood, corn and municipal waste as future energy sources. Increased biomass use would lead to future employment opportunities and a reduction of regional expenditures for imported and non-renewable energy. (Tables, graphs) Related technical papers are also available.
An Economic Analysis of Three Methods to Dry Biomass Fuels (September 1984), 136 pages, a comparative look at three methods of drying biomass fuels: a single-pass rotary drum dryer; a pressure steam dryer; and a corncob dryer. Raw data and interpretations of COMPARE program computer analyses are included and an examination of each dryer's efficiency is reported.
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