What is the definition of bioenergy

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Assignment:

1) A) What is the main driver for global energy demand and

B) What are the main driving forces behind the development of renewable/alternative energy (Global goals)? Give some examples to support your answer .

2) What is the definition of bioenergy?

B) Why is there an interest in bioenergy?

C) What are the main reasons for expediting bioenergy development in the U.S. (National goals)?

3. A) What is the definition of lignocellulosic feedstock and name 3-4 resources?

B) What is the general chemical composition (proportion of 4 main constituents) of lignocellulosic feedstock?

4. Explain the difference between 1st, 2nd, and 3rd generation feedstocks based on what we learned from class. For each generation:

A) give a definition and importance and

B) an example

5. A) What are the five sources of beneficial bioenergy feedstocks, and give a specific example for each feedstock category?

B) What are two important requirements to be a beneficial bioenergy feedstock to solve The Food, Energy, and Environmental Trilemma?

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