Key Benefits
Developing systems to economically produce fuels and chemicals from biomass will spur rural economic development
Adding value to agricultural products will enhance the profitability of many Iowa industries
Demonstrating full-scale biomass conversion systems promotes increased adoption of these technologies
Developing new products and technologies with export potential will strengthen Iowa’s economy
Producing and using biochemicals is more environmentally sound than producing and using petrochemicals
Combining biomass research, demonstration and training at one facility helps focus this work and enhances exposure