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In Chap. 7 , issues related to long-term storage of biomass are discussed. The
different storage methods are fi rst summarized and compared. Biomass properties
that impact storage are then discussed. Total dry matter loss as well as quality
degradation are the two important problems with long-term storage. Possible means
to minimize these losses are discussed. Since storage can also be used for some
preprocessing to prepare biomass for conversion, options to reduce biomass recalci-
trance are presented. General guidelines that may be used while selecting a storage
method are also presented.
Chapter 8 takes a holistic view of the BFPP system and summarizes the work
done in applying systems informatics and analysis tool for BFPP system design and
analysis. The literature at four different scales, namely, crop growth and manage-
ment, on-farm production, local production and provision, and regional/national/
global, is presented. Important modeling and informatics approaches are presented
and their applications, along with key results, are summarized. The chapter also
identifi es several research gaps that need to be addressed in the future. The chapter
should be highly relevant for farmers, managers, and biorefi nery investors.
Chapter 9 , a really unique component of the topic, explores the sustainability
aspect of BFPP. Contrary to all other chapters, it takes a legal and policy perspective
to elaborate on sustainability of BFPP. Policy and regulatory initiatives existing or
proposed in the USA, Europe, and Brazil to ensure sustainable production of bio-
mass feedstock are summarized. In addition, private initiatives are also presented.
Various complex issues related to these initiatives are identifi ed. This chapter is
highly relevant for businesses and potential investors who may be interested in
ensuring the long-term sustainability of the bioenergy systems.
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