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Welcome to Biofpr.com's November 2009 Digest Newsletter
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 The Nanoscience and Technology of Renewable Biomaterials
By Lucian Lucia and Orlando Rojas
The unique nanoscale properties of renewable biomaterials present valuable opportunities in the field of nanoscience and technology. Lignocellulosic biomass is an important industrial resource which can be used for the production of highly efficient and environmentally sustainable nanomaterials.
The Nanoscience and Technology of Renewable Biomaterials presents the latest advances in biomass nanotechnology, including leading research from academia and industry, as well as a future vision for the nanotechnology of forest products.
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 The birds and the biofuels- Biofuels won’t just have an impact on greenhouse gas emissions and water resources, but also on wildlife. And whether that impact is positive or negative depends on the biofuel, conclude two recent studies...
- Published: October 16 2009
- Small is beautiful
- In their efforts to make biofuel production more efficient and less expensive, scientists are turning to nanotechnology. And the results have so far been fairly impressive...
- Published: October 30 2009
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- Phantom power pilfergage
- ComEd educates customers on how to combat the excessive use of power by a whole range of household electronics and appliances, even when switched off...
- Published: 2 November 2009
 System upgrades improve efficiency at historic Oxford Hotel
- Prestigious hotel proves big businesses can become energy efficient in these challenging economic times using new infrastructure systems...
Published: 3 November 2009
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Opportunities for Enhancing Your Business with Green Chemistry and Young Researchers Poster Competition
2 December 2009 | York, UK
Green Chemistry involves products and processes which use sustainable resources so far as possible, with minimum adverse effects on man or the environment. This event will present the work of regional universities, especially York, and will include examples of current work in the field of green chemistry and an overview of recent developments. It will also feature case studies from regional businesses showing how they have benefited from the application of green chemistry principles, and information about training opportunities in the field in the region.
Who should attend?
The event will be of interest to anyone working in businesses who is involved in production or application of chemical products, and to academics and researchers working in the field of green chemistry and sustainable industrial development.
Posters
Applications are invited for posters based on the theme of 'Commercial Application of Green Chemistry Principles'. There will be a prize for the poster judged to best demonstrate both commercial potential and sustainability.
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Conference: Biomass Power &; Trade
11 - 12 March 2010 | Rotterdam, The Netherlands
Biomass Power &; Trade: Supported by Port of Rotterdam &; IEA Bioenergy Task 40
• Clarity of EU's pending bioenergy mandates
• Perspective and resolutions on sustainability and certification
• Biomass power generation growth in Europe
• Opportunities and barriers to global biomass trade network
• Identify gaps between technologies &; capital investments
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World Biofuels Markets 2010
15 - 16 March 2010 | Amsterdam, The Netherlands
WBM 10 will give you unparalleled access to every key industry player via high-level keynotes, 11 focused conference sessions and a packed exhibition hall. To register please contact Laura Brownie at the address below.
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