Biomass

Biomass is a clean, renewable energy source that can help to diversify transportation fuel choices in the United States and reduce our dependence on foreign oil. The term "biomass" refers to any plant-derived organic matter available on a renewable basis, including perennial grasses,  agricultural crops and residues, forestry dedicated to energy, wood wastes and residues, aquatic plants,  and animal wastes. Bioenergy technologies use renewable biomass to produce many energy-related products, including electricity; liquid, solid, and gaseous fuels; heat; chemicals; and other materials. Some of the key technical challenges include creating a reliable large-scale feedstock supply, reducing the costs of pretreatment, improving yields and efficiency of biochemical and thermochemical conversion, and developing new biofuels that are more compatible with existing infrastructure.

Energetics provides a realm of expertise in biomass energy, from technology development to market trends and policy issues. Over 20 years of experience in this field have enabled us to build strong connections to the stakeholder community and a solid knowledge base. We collaborate with public and private entities involved in biomass research and development to understand technical barriers, evaluate the impacts of research, and translate the results into strategic and tactical planning for research and development programs. Through roadmap and vision development, communications and outreach to the stakeholder community, and analysis of key issues we provide direction for future research and improve public awareness of the benefits of bioenergy.