Primer on Wood Biomass for Energy
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چکیده
The purpose of this paper is to explain and describe the concepts of wood energy on a residential, commercial, and industrial scale in the United States so that the Forest Service can help meet the demands of communities involved in the forest products industry. In addition, the terminology associated with this field is for individuals to develop a basic understanding and familiarity with the technical terms that are common to bioenergy technology. Definitions specific to wood energy are given at the end of this report.
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