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The sustainability of harvesting biomass for ethanol

poet biomass harvestingThe collection of corn cobs, leaves and husks from corn fields, for use in the production of cellulosic ethanol, is not harmful to soil quality or the environment.

That’s the conclusion of a study conducted by the USDA and Iowa State University. Researchers say that, when done properly, the harvesting of biomass and production of cellulosic ethanol will reduce greenhouse gas emissions without contributing to soil degradation.

Adam Wirt, director of biomass for POET, tells Brownfield the new study helps validate the sustainability of biomass harvesting.

AUDIO: Adam Wirt (4:20 MP3)

Link to POET news release

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