Biomass energy
Hand, Carol, 1945-2014
eBook
Abstract: In this title, discover what biomass energy is, its history, how we use it today, and how new technologies can contribute to our energy future. Learn about cutting-edge biofuels, including ethanol, biodiesel, and fuels from switchgrass and algae, and technologies that allow us to turn waste into energy.
Main title:
Biomass energy / by Carol Hand.
Author:
Hand, Carol, 1945-, authorCredo Reference (Firm), distributor
Work:
Edition:
[Enhanced Credo edition]
Imprint:
Minneapolis [Minnesota] : ABDO Publishing Comapny, [2013]Boston, Massachusetts : Credo Reference, 2014.
Collation:
1 online resource (16 entries) : 32 images ; digital files.
Series title:
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references.Description based on title page of print version.
System details:
Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Linking notes:
Print version: 112 pages : color illustrations
Contents:
Introduction: the veggie van -- What is biomass energy? -- Biomass from past to present -- The importance of biomass -- Where biomass comes from -- Making and using biopower -- Making and using biofuels -- Pros and cons of biomass -- The ethanol question -- What's new for biomass?
Access restrictions:
Access restricted to authorized users and institutions.
ISBN:
9781617834622 (print)9781784029265 (electronic)
Dewey class:
333.9539
LC class:
TP339
Language:
English
BRN:
502075
Electronic access:
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