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Woody biomass10
  • To date, woody biomass - low-value wood (tops, limbs, diseased and damaged trees not suitable for other uses) that is a by-product of a sawmill operation or a planned traditional timber harvest - is the only renewable, scalable, reliable, dispatchable solution available today that provides both power and heat generation capabilities. (goodhumanclub.com)
  • Due to its bio-carbon structure, woody biomass is a substitute for fossil-based base chemicals, and for syngas, biomethane, ammonia, ethanol, and process steam applications. (goodhumanclub.com)
  • One of the most controversial fixes for global warming is the use of woody biomass, cutting trees, burning trees to achieve "carbon neutral" status in the worldwide battle to conquer climate change/global warming. (countercurrents.org)
  • Here's the secret to woody biomass success stories: The IPCC does not count biomass emissions the way it counts coal emissions. (countercurrents.org)
  • Woody biomass is a prime example of human insanity maddeningly at work destroying the planet. (countercurrents.org)
  • Woody biomass does just that. (countercurrents.org)
  • Superimposed on top of the EU's gargantuan appetite for wood pellets, both Japan and South Korea are switching coal to woody biomass, the world's new growth story. (countercurrents.org)
  • The reason the EU, the UN and many countries support woody biomass is because of how it is accounted for in assessing compliance with carbon limits. (countercurrents.org)
  • It's as if woody biomass does not exist, does not emit, which is the biggest cover-up of the 21st century. (countercurrents.org)
  • We found a UM biomass grant application that stated, "The Missoula Valley's constrained topography presents ideal research conditions for long term analysis of environmental impacts of efficient woody biomass boiler combustion. (counterpunch.org)
Combustion3
  • Reducing the emissions from biomass combustion is crucial to mitigate the negative consequences on air quality and human well-being. (managenergy.tv)
  • The emissions from biomass combustion can negatively impact air quality, leading to respiratory problems and other health issues among community members. (managenergy.tv)
  • Pollutants from human activities, such as fossil-fuel and biomass combustion. (livescience.com)
Animal biomass4
  • Human land-uses homogenize stream assemblages and reduce animal biomass production. (bvsalud.org)
  • We then tested how the cover of agriculture , pasture , urbanization and afforestation affected the taxonomic richness and functional diversity of those three species assemblages, and the consequences of these effects for animal biomass production . (bvsalud.org)
  • Human land-uses reduced animal biomass through direct and indirect pathways mediated by declines in taxonomic and functional diversities. (bvsalud.org)
  • Our findings indicate that converting natural ecosystems to supply human demands results in species loss and trait homogenization across multiple biotic assemblages, ultimately reducing animal biomass production in streams . (bvsalud.org)
Emissions8
  • Sustainably sourced biomass can displace coal 1:1, keep the lights on when wind and solar energy are scarce and reduce carbon emissions by 85 percent on a lifecycle basis. (goodhumanclub.com)
  • Shockingly and almost beyond belief, but true: "Under the EU's second Renewable Energy Directive (REDII) - tolerated by the United Nations under the Paris Climate Agreement - emissions from burning forest biomass are not counted at all," Ibid. (countercurrents.org)
  • UM officials claimed the biomass plant would save UM $1 million annually and protect Missoula's air quality by reducing emissions over the existing natural gas heating system. (counterpunch.org)
  • As the Missoulian reported last month, information in UM's air quality permit application to the Missoula City-County Health Department showed that "Contrary to previous claims by UM administrators, the university's proposed biomass boiler will not reduce emissions to levels below that of natural gas. (counterpunch.org)
  • Our records search also turned up a document showing that the biomass plant would also increase emissions of carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides and volatile organic compounds by 40 percent or more over the existing natural gas system. (counterpunch.org)
  • Biomass burning is associated with asthma severity and exacerbations, highlighting the need to reduce emissions to avoid health hazards. (managenergy.tv)
  • Recent explorations into the volatile emissions from asphalt are beginning to show that roads release chemicals that can be harmful not just to the environment, but also to human health directly. (acs.org)
  • Under a severe emissions scenario, the loss of marine life globally would equal the biomass of the entire human race. (scientificamerican.com)
Carbon9
Coal2
  • Biomass can be used in the energy transition, but its applications go far beyond the rapid phase-out of coal from the power industry. (goodhumanclub.com)
  • Biomass burning poses risks to human health, including an increased chance of birth defects compared to coal-fired power plants. (managenergy.tv)
Million tonnes3
  • This is more than wild birds and mammals combined, which have a total biomass of 2 million tonnes and 7 million tonnes, respectively. (newscientist.com)
  • Humans, by comparison, have a total biomass of 60 million tonnes. (newscientist.com)
  • According to Eurostat, the agricultural sector is by far the biggest producer of the residual biomass in Europe, annually generating ca. 400 million tonnes (Mt) of dry agricultural waste. (europa.eu)
Pollution4
  • Not only that, but biomass burning also contributes to air pollution and releases greenhouse gases, exacerbating global warming. (managenergy.tv)
  • The environmental impact of biomass burning includes air pollution, premature deaths, contribution to global warming, and harm to forest biodiversity. (managenergy.tv)
  • Effects on wildlife: Biomass burning contributes to air pollution, which can harm the environment and wildlife populations. (managenergy.tv)
  • In certain swaths of China, where pollution has a stranglehold, human-made particles can spell losses of tens of billions of dollars every year due to solar-energy-collection dips, Bergin said. (livescience.com)
Exposure3
  • 6. POTENTIAL FOR HUMAN EXPOSURE substances with chloramine produced during chlorination (Jacangelo et al. (cdc.gov)
  • No human or animal studies have examined whether exposure to carbonyl sulfide can cause cancer. (cdc.gov)
  • It is not known if exposure to carbonyl sulfide will cause birth defects in humans. (cdc.gov)
World's1
  • This study provides a predictive understanding of the top-down impacts of humans on the world's vulnerable apex carnivores. (researchgate.net)
Vegetation2
  • We combine data from satellite sensors with other data sources for studying land vegetation and ecosystems to better understand both natural systems and human influence on them. (lu.se)
  • In LPJ-GUESS only the biomass of vegetation is considered, divided into the compartments leaves, fine roots, sapwood and heartwood. (lu.se)
Biodiversity2
  • The effects of intensive human land-uses on taxonomic and functional diversities were as strong as other drivers known to affect biodiversity , such as local climate and environmental factors. (bvsalud.org)
  • Additionally, the destruction of natural habitats due to biomass burning can disrupt ecosystems and lead to the loss of biodiversity. (managenergy.tv)
0.011
Severity2
  • Studies have shown a clear link between biomass use and the severity of asthma, as well as an increased risk of birth defects. (managenergy.tv)
  • I've learned that studies show an association between biomass use and asthma severity, suggesting that biomass burning may play a role in exacerbating asthma. (managenergy.tv)
Ecosystems1
  • Human land-use change is a major threat to natural ecosystems worldwide. (bvsalud.org)
Fuels3
  • Biomass is a critical pathway for decarbonizing difficult-to-abate industries like steel, cement, lime, chemicals, and aviation fuels. (goodhumanclub.com)
  • A new study published today in the journal Environmental Health Perspectives provides strong evidence that household burning of biomass and kerosene fuels, especially using stoves without a chimney, increases the risk of developing several cancers of the digestive tract. (who.int)
  • The overriding aim of this project is to analyse the economic and environmental trade-offs of policy interventions to promote the use of agricultural land for producing biomass to reduce the use of fossil-based fuels. (lu.se)
Additionally2
Burning8
  • Last fall news broke that the University of Montana was planning to construct a $16 million wood-burning biomass plant on campus next to the Aber Hall dormitory. (counterpunch.org)
  • As I delve into the topic of biomass burning, I can't help but be astounded by the immense impact it has on both our health and the environment. (managenergy.tv)
  • This finding highlights the potential health effects of biomass burning and the need for further research in this area. (managenergy.tv)
  • The healthcare costs associated with asthma exacerbations and other respiratory illnesses caused by biomass burning can be substantial. (managenergy.tv)
  • It is crucial for governments to implement effective policies to regulate biomass burning and reduce its negative impact on both health and the economy. (managenergy.tv)
  • The environmental impact of biomass burning is significant and has far-reaching effects on wildlife and local communities. (managenergy.tv)
  • Impact on local communities: Biomass burning not only poses risks to the environment but also has direct consequences on the health and livelihoods of local communities. (managenergy.tv)
  • Addressing the environmental impact of biomass burning is essential to protect wildlife and ensure the well-being of local communities. (managenergy.tv)
Climate change7
  • The use of biomass as a climate change mitigation measure has been recognized and continues to be supported by the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), International Energy Agency, U.K. Committee on Climate Change, U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. Department of Energy, European Union and many other leading academic and government bodies around the world. (goodhumanclub.com)
  • We always knew these pollutants were bad for human health and climate change, but now we've shown how bad they are for solar energy as well," Bergin added. (livescience.com)
  • To determine how climate change may have contributed to the rain, the researchers compared observed trends with projections from different climate models, with and without the influence of human-caused warming. (newscientist.com)
  • They found human-induced climate change may have increased the intensity of the rainfall seen in Greece, Bulgaria and Turkey by as much as 40 per cent, as well as making such intense rain 10 times more likely to occur. (newscientist.com)
  • In Libya, they found human-induced climate change may have made the extreme rain as much as 50 times more likely and 50 per cent more intense. (newscientist.com)
  • However, due to having limited data on precipitation and using climate models without sufficient resolution to capture local rainfall, the researchers couldn't rule out the possibility that human-induced climate change didn't actually make these events more likely or more intense. (newscientist.com)
  • Thus, Earth observation data provide a powerful tool for the monitoring of natural and human induced processes, such as biogeochemical cycles, land cover changes, climatic variability and climate change. (lu.se)
IARC Monographs1
  • About 100 November 2009, the IARC Monographs humans (Group 1). (who.int)
Assessment1
  • It's also been difficult to get an accurate assessment from UM of the biomass plant's up-front and long-term costs, something all Montana taxpayers deserve. (counterpunch.org)
Composition3
  • to break down the total composition of the living world, in terms of its biomass, and where we fit into this picture. (visualcapitalist.com)
  • Today, they're the second-largest composition of biomass behind plants. (visualcapitalist.com)
  • The biomass itself contains many different substances and, in order to use it in optimally, its composition needs to be analyzed and fractionated. (lu.se)
20211
  • 2021) has introduced a novel chemical process using lignocellulosic biomass to produce profitable products such as xylooligosaccharides (prebiotics), xylose, microfiber. (aiche.org)
Societal1
  • Many factors have contributed to the persistence and increase in the occurrence of infectious diseases, such as societal changes, health care, food production, human behaviour, environmental change, public health infrastructure and microbial adaptation [2]. (who.int)
Plant8
  • Nonetheless, the effects of human land-uses on the structure of plant and animal assemblages and their functional characteristics need to be better understood. (bvsalud.org)
  • In fact, UM's proposed state-of-the-art biomass gasification plant will produce nearly twice as much nitrogen dioxide as its existing natural gas boilers - and in some cases, will release three times as much particulate matter. (counterpunch.org)
  • For starters, we noticed in the project file that in April 2010 the cost of the biomass plant was $10 million. (counterpunch.org)
  • UM's financial pro forma also shows that during the first 20 years the biomass plant would need nearly $10 million for additional operation and maintenance expenses over the existing natural gas system. (counterpunch.org)
  • At the end of the day, Montana taxpayers deserve to see accurate, updated financial information from UM concerning all aspects of the biomass plant, including the initial $16 million price tag and $10 million needed for additional operation and maintenance expenses. (counterpunch.org)
  • Human serum albumin (HSA) binding of anticancer plant alkaloid ellipticine has been studied in conjunction with assessing its association to serum a1-acid-glycoprotein (AAG). (jascoinc.com)
  • However, phenotyping root systems of mature alfalfa plant is labor-intensive, time-consuming, and subject to environmental variability and human error. (usda.gov)
  • In that process, lignin from the biomass (around 20% of the mass) is sent to the CHP plant. (aiche.org)
Chemistry2
  • I want to get the latest chemistry news from C&EN in my inbox every week. (acs.org)
  • Therefore, understanding the chemistry of 'biomass' is an ongoing, complex task. (lu.se)
Hinder2
  • Furthermore, the reliance on biomass for energy can limit economic opportunities and hinder sustainable development in these communities. (managenergy.tv)
  • Apex predators are crucial for maintaining ecological patterns and processes, yet humans hinder their ability to fulfil this role by displacing them from the landscape. (researchgate.net)
Chemicals3
  • Tens of thousands of chemicals , only a tiny proportion of which have been tested for safety, are making their way into the environment-from pharmaceuticals that have passed through human bodies, to plastics, pesticides, solvents, fire-retardants, and chemicals used in making cookware coatings. (commondreams.org)
  • Recent research shows that whole classes of these chemicals are affecting sexuality and disrupting reproduction-not just in humans, but in a host of other animal species as well. (commondreams.org)
  • Producing chemicals and materials from biomass instead of fossil resources is a much more complicated process. (lu.se)
Sustainable3
  • How Sustainable is Biomass? (goodhumanclub.com)
  • For biomass to be recognized as "sustainable" and eligible to receive subsidies, it must be produced and consumed following an overlapping system of international, federal and state-level laws. (goodhumanclub.com)
  • Is it a means to a prosperous and sustainable future - or the blueprint for the destruction of human existence? (tunein.com)
Species4
  • Many apex predator species such as African lions (Panthera leo) are experiencing catastrophic declines as a result of competition with growing human populations. (researchgate.net)
  • [ 2 ] In 1878, the surgeon James A Israel demonstrated one of the species as a human infectious pathogen. (medscape.com)
  • Actinomycosis is a chronic, slowly progressing, granulomatous infectious disease caused by human-associated Actinomyces species. (medscape.com)
  • [ 19 ] More than half of Actinomyces species have been associated with human infections, with Actinomyces israelii being the leading agent causing actinomycosis. (medscape.com)
Energy6
  • As the energy industry expands, many oil and gas companies are increasing their biomass human resources recruitment to combat new challenges. (thedahillgroup.com)
  • Biomass also offers an energy solution for heavy industries which require intense, uninterrupted heat and power. (goodhumanclub.com)
  • In March, we even conducted an "open records" search of UM's biomass project file, pouring over hundreds of documents and emails between UM officials and representatives of Nexterra, a Canadian biomass boiler manufacturer, and McKinstry, a Seattle energy services company. (counterpunch.org)
  • Spends an extraordinary amount of time addressing the pitfalls of biomass as though it were a major part of the alternative-energy proposals. (opednews.com)
  • Most people living in energy poverty-without electricity access and/or using traditional biomass for cooking-are from rural areas of Sub-Saharan Africa, India, and other developing Asian countries (excluding China). (intechopen.com)
  • This coincides with a change towards the increased use of biomass for both municipal and regional energy production in Scandinavia. (lu.se)
Roots1
  • Previous selection for a greater number of branched and fibrous roots significantly increased alfalfa biomass yield. (usda.gov)
Solar2
  • In making its case, "Planet of the Humans" for instance presents formidable rows of solar panels as perhaps only enough to energize a kitchen toaster. (opednews.com)
  • Off-grid renewable electricity options to be discussed include solar, wind, clean biomass, micro-hydro, and hybrid systems. (intechopen.com)
Nutrient1
  • The root system architecture (RSA) of alfalfa (Medicago sativa L.) affects biomass production by influencing water and nutrient uptake, including nitrogen fixation. (usda.gov)
CaRcinogenic3
  • It was evaluated as possibly carcinogenic comprises a reassessment and Volume 92 (853 pp) to humans (Group 2B). (who.int)
  • The Working Group classified anthracene, butyl methacrylate, and dimethyl hydrogen phosphite as possibly carcinogenic to humans (Group 2B) on the basis of sufficient evidence for cancer in experimental animals and limited or inadequate mechanistic evidence. (who.int)
  • 2-Bromopropane was classified as probably carcinogenic to humans (Group 2A) on the basis of sufficient evidence for cancer in experimental animals (noting an unusually high degree of carcinogenic activity) and strong mechanistic evidence in experimental systems, supported by suggestive mechanistic evidence in exposed humans. (who.int)
Environmental2
  • As for the heroes of the environmental movement, there just aren't any (except, perhaps, for India's Vandana Shiva who in a brief cameo dissents from biomass madness). (opednews.com)
  • Also, the fact that the complete environmental agents in human cancer the Volume 100 project and to finalize sequence of steps in the metabolic causation. (who.int)
Process2
  • In this instance, biomass can substitute coke in the process. (goodhumanclub.com)
  • Exogenous process that destroys biomass and causes mortality, e.g. wildfire, storm damage, human deforestation. (lu.se)
Production1
Total2
  • ABSTRACT Optical density is a proxy of total biomass concentration and is commonly used for measuring the growth of bacterial cultures. (microbial-ecology.net)
  • Hallmarks of steady-state population growth are stable frequency distributions of cellular properties over time, something total biomass growth alone cannot quantify. (microbial-ecology.net)
Time2
  • But humans can have a hard time comprehending numbers this big, so it can be difficult to really appreciate the breadth of this incredible diversity of life on Earth. (visualcapitalist.com)
  • However, identifying plants with the desired type of root system is time-consuming and subject to human error. (usda.gov)
Functional1
  • Human land-uses were associated with functional homogenization of both animal and macrophyte assemblages. (bvsalud.org)
Wood1
Found2
  • Culture consists of the social behaviour and norms found in human societies and transmitted through social learning. (wikipedia.org)
  • Remnants of plastic left by humans can now be found practically everywhere in nature - in waterways, within animals, and even amidst the clouds. (lu.se)
Hydrogen1
  • Presently, biomass is the only route to decarbonize heavy industry - hydrogen shows promise, but it is not yet available. (goodhumanclub.com)
Anthropogenic2
  • We tested the two hypotheses that African lions were most limited by 1) interference competition with humans or 2) exploitative competition with humans and evaluated the relative contribution of individual anthropogenic and biotic variables to lion occurrence. (researchgate.net)
  • Anthropogenic (of human origin) sources are responsible for much of the cyanide in the environment. (cdc.gov)
Disease3
  • Microorganisms such as bacteria and viruses are important as pathogens, causing disease to humans, crop plants, and domestic animals. (wikipedia.org)
  • The conclusions, findings, and opinions expressed by authors contributing to this journal do not necessarily reflect the official position of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the Public Health Service, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, or the authors' affiliated institutions. (cdc.gov)
  • Pathogens, such as bacteria, viruses and parasites, that cause disease in humans and animals may depend partially or entirely for their existence on other physical, chemical, or biological factors. (who.int)
Earth2
Electromagnetic1
  • The most common remote sensing systems measure reflected visible light, but they can also measure electromagnetic radiation that is invisible to the human eye, e.g. ultraviolet (UV), infrared (IR) or microwave radiation. (lu.se)
Products1
Natural4
  • It over-estimates the cost of natural gas, while under-estimating the cost of biomass fuel trucked to campus, especially given rising diesel costs. (counterpunch.org)
  • The pro forma also completely zeros out all natural gas expenses and maintenance costs, even though UM now admits that a natural gas boiler would be used during cold winter days to augment the biomass system, and also used from May to September, when the biomass system is too powerful to use. (counterpunch.org)
  • Among the natural bio-based compounds, polyphenols is the biggest class of bioactives with a range of beneficial properties for human health which have not be utilized for their full potential. (europa.eu)
  • It is present in both natural and human-made sources. (cdc.gov)
Interactions2
  • Human interactions with microbes include both practical and symbolic uses of microbes, and negative interactions in the form of human, domestic animal, and crop diseases. (wikipedia.org)
  • Increasing our understanding of the competitive interactions between lions and humans, as well as identifying thresholds of lion tolerance to human activities are important both for lion conservation and our understanding of apex predator ecology in the Anthropocene. (researchgate.net)
Studies2
  • With this study, we provide a baseline for the global distribution of the number of ants and the biomass, and in the future we could do repeat studies in the same places using the same methods to see what has changed," she says. (newscientist.com)
  • No epidemiological studies on cancer in humans were available for any of these agents. (who.int)
Health5
  • It is rich in several bioactive compounds that are beneficial for human health and well-being. (europa.eu)
  • On the other side, this residual biomass is highly rich in various bioactive compounds (oils, fatty acids, polyphenols, proteins) which could be used to improve the human health and wellbeing but usually lost for high-value applications due to the lack of comprehensive technology to effectively extract and preserve the bioactives. (europa.eu)
  • There is no information regarding health effects of carbonyl sulfide in humans. (cdc.gov)
  • The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) and the EPA have not classified carbonyl sulfide as to its carcinogenicity. (cdc.gov)
  • Promote health-related human rights and gender equality. (who.int)