Can corn cobs be a viable biofuel feedstock in the US? Learn about the use of cob and husk materials in cellulosic ethanol, co-firing, and gasification projects. New harvesting technologies reduce production costs and make the economics more attractive for this biofuel energy crop.
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Corn cobs. Photo: Cole Gustafson, North Dakota State Univ. |
Contents
- Introduction
- Current Potential for Use as a Biofuel
- Biology and Adaptation
- Production
- Potential Yields
- Transportation and Logistical Challenges
- Economic Challenges
- Environmental and Sustainability Issues
Introduction
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