Sustainability-(f)


 * Bull, Thomas E. and John A. Turner. “Biomass in the Energy Picture.” __Science__ 285, no. 5431 (August 20, 1999): 1209-1210.**

Bull asserts that biomass should be recognized for the large role it already plays in providing an alternative source of energy to oil, and for its potential to expand in use. Bull cites statistics provided by the federal government (the federal government’s data helps drive the policy deliberation) that “biomass accounts for 43% of the renewable energy used in the United States, second only to conventional hydroelectric power (51%). In contrast, solar accounts for 1% and wind for 5%” (p. 1209). **(Hilary Straus)

+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++** 4) **Evaluating the potential of small-scale renewable energy options to meet rural livelihoods needs: A GIS-and lifecycle cost-based assessment of Western China's options;**John Byrne, Aiming Zhou, Bo Shen, Kristen Hughes. Energy Policy. Kidlington: Aug 2007. Vol. 35, Iss. 8; p. 4391; Small self contained renewable energy generation systems tested in rural parts of China demonstrated the small-scale systems (photovoltaic, wind, and PV-wind hybrids) can provide sustained production. These rural settings also demonstrate that vast markets do exist that can benefit from small-scale systems. Essentially opening rural communities to reliable, off grid energy production.(cassanmc) +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 5/30/07; http://www.renewableenergyaccess.com/rea/news/story?id=48684 General Electric Energy Financial Services is set to invest $112 Million in hydroelectricity project in British Columbia, Canada. This river project differs from typical hydroelectricity plans in that no dam must be built. Instead, water id diverted through a pipe, and downhill to the generating station. The project is expected to become functional in 2010. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ (Raquel Simental) In a press conference with the Chair of the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, Governor Jim Doyle wants Wisconsin to play a key role in U.S. energy independence. Wisconsin has seven ethanol plants in operation, three under construction and more in the planning stages. Wisconsin currently produces 252 million gallons of renewable fuels a year.
 * GE Invests $112 M in Run-of-River Hydroelectric Project**
 * Skiba, Katherine M. “Doyle takes biofuel message east; Governor speaks on Capitol Hill, praising resource’s potential for jobs, energy independence.” //Milwaukee// //Journal Sentinel// 16 June 2007: 1.**