Biomass
Biomass Resources in Mississippi
Biomass offers significant opportunities for Mississippi’s future. In July 2008, Forbes ranked Mississippi as one of the top five states for potential biomass energy. The state produces or has the capability to produce sufficient feed stock for building and sustaining markets for energy, fuel, and other products. The wood products industry – over eight million dry tons of it per year – is the principal source of biomass in the state and currently is being used to make paper, wood products, mulch, and as a fuel to generate steam and electricity. Research is ongoing to determine the most efficient use for biomass produced from municipal solid waste systems, corn grain, soybeans, poultry litter, and used grease. For more information on biomass in Mississippi contact Terrence Spears.
Eyes on Energy
Ranked in the top five nationwide by Forbes magazine, Mississippi is poised to lead in the biomass sector.
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