{"product_id":"9781119991946","title":"Wiley Series in Renewable Resource","description":"\u003ch1\u003eWiley Series in Renewable Resource\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContributors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Karlen, Douglas L.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eCellulosic Energy Cropping Systems\u003c\/i\u003e presents a comprehensive overview of how cellulosic energy crops can be sustainably produced and converted to affordable energy through liquid fuels, heat and electricity.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe book begins with an introduction to cellulosic feedstocks, discussing their potential as a large-scale sustainable energy source, and technologies for the production of liquid fuels, heat and electricity. Subsequent chapters examine miscanthus, switchgrass, sugarcane and energy cane, sorghums and crop residues, reviewing their phylogeny, cultural practices, and opportunities for genetic improvement. This is followed by a detailed focus on woody crops, including eucalyptus, pine, poplar and willow. Critical logistical issues associated with both herbaceous and woody feedstocks are reviewed, and alternate strategies for harvesting, transporting, and storing cellulosic materials are also examined. The final sectionof the booktackles the challenge of achieving long-term sustainability, addressing economic, environmental and social factors.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eCellulosic Energy Cropping Systems\u003c\/i\u003e is a valuable resource for academics, students and industry professionals working in the field of biomass cultivation and conversion, bioenergy, crop science and agriculture.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTopics covered include:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdentifying suitable cellulosic energy crops that are adapted to a wide range of climates and soils\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBest management practices for sustainably growing, harvesting, storing, transporting and pre-processing these crops\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe development of integrated cellulosic energy cropping systems for supplying commercial processing plants\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChallenges and opportunities for the long-term sustainability of cellulosic energy crops\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003ci\u003eThis book was conceived and initiated by David I. Bransby, Professor of Energy and Forage Crops in the Department of Crop, Soil and Environmental Sciences at Auburn University, USA.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003eFor more information on the Wiley Series in Renewable Resources, visit \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.wiley.com\/go\/rrs\"\u003ewww.wiley.com\/go\/rrs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBook Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wiley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2014-04-07\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9781119991946\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 400\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44379814494348,"sku":"9781119991946","price":125.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/9545\/1788\/files\/9781119991946.jpg?v=1768945350","url":"https:\/\/fh90cf-fv.myshopify.com\/products\/9781119991946","provider":"Late Knight Books and Services, LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}