L12 - Renewables 3: Biomass and bioenergy Flashcards
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What is bioenergy?
A
Bioenergy is one of many diverse resources available to help meet our demand for energy. It is a form of renewable energy that is derived from recently living organic materials known as biomass, which can be used to produce transportation fuels, heat, electricity, and products.
2
Q
In which sectors is bioenergy used?
A
transportation fuels, heat, electricity, and products.
3
Q
Which arguments for use of biofuels are used?
A
- Better energy security
- Higher farm incomes
- Better quality of rural life
- Use of marginal land
- Carbon sequestering
4
Q
Which are the drivers for bioenergy use? Benefits?
A
- Migrate climate change
- Increase energy security
- Revitalize agricultural sector
- Well known technology
- Fits into current infrastructure
- Low cost
5
Q
What is 1st, 2nd and 3rd generation of biofuels?
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6
Q
How does biofuels potentially contribute to direct and indirect land use change?
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7
Q
What controversies are associated with biofuels?
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- Use a lot of land
- Increase food price
- Have significant eco & env impacts
