Forest Biomass Working Group - Resources & Publications
Biomass Energy and Biofuels from Oregon's Forests
This study examines the implications of using woody biomass from thinning overcrowded forests as a renewable source of energy, which at the same time could help restore forest health, reduce the vulnerability of forests to fire and revitalize rural economies. Full report coming soon. For highlights go to http://www.oregonforests.org/media/pdf/Biomass_highlights.pdf
enerG Magazine
This new bi-monthly publication focuses on the advances in alternative energy sources and how these resources can be utilized to generate more power for industry, vehicles and homes. First issue will be in July 2006.
Oregon Forest Resources Institute
The Oregon Legislature created the Oregon Forest Resources Institute (OFRI) in 1991 to improve public understanding of the state’s forest resources and to encourage environmentally sound forest management through training and other educational programs for forest landowners. OFRI is funded by a dedicated harvest tax on forest products producers.
Understory Biomass Reduction Methods and Equipment Catalog
A catalog of equipment suitable to treat landscape areas before prescribed burns. It includes a variety of small and large pieces of equipment appropriate for many different management objectives and budgets.
Western Forest Health and Biomass Energy Potential:
A report documenting forest conditions in the West, the risk of wildfire and the role of a potential biomass energy market in forest restoration projects.
