An outlook for sustainable forest bioenergy production in the Lake States

Becker, Dennis R.; Skog, Kenneth E.; Hellman, Allison; Halvorsen, Kathleen E.; Mace, Terry

doi:10.1016/j.enpol.2009.08.033

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Visions of Sustainability in Bioeconomy Research

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Abstract:The rise of the bioeconomy is usually associated with increased sustainability. However, various controversies suggest doubts about this assumed relationship. The objective of this paper is to identify different visions and the current understanding of the relationship between the bioeconomy and sustainability in the scientific literature by means of a systematic review. After a search in several databases, 87 scientific journal articles were selected for review. Results show that visions about the relationship between bioeconomy and sustainability differ substantially. Four different visions were identified, including: (1) the assumption that sustainability is an inherent characteristic of the bioeconomy; (2) the expectation of benefits under certain conditions; (3) tentative criticism under consideration of potential pitfalls; and (4) the assumption of a negative impact of the bioeconomy on sustainability. There is considerable attention for sustainability in the scientific bioeconomy debate, and the results show that the bioeconomy cannot be considered as self-evidently sustainable. In further research and policy development, good consideration should therefore be given to the question of how the bioeconomy could contribute to a more sustainable future. Furthermore, it is stressed that the bioeconomy should be approached in a more interdisciplinary or trans-disciplinary way. The consideration of sustainability may serve as a basis for such an approach.

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“…Woody biomass is one of the major resources for an emerging sustainable bio-economy [Becker et al, 2009]. Therefore, sustainable forest ecosystem management as well as climate protection mechanisms such as Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Degradation (REDD+) depend on reliable and concise information about the temporal and spatial distribution of forest biomass.…”

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Modeling forest biomass using Very-High-Resolution data—Combining textural, spectral and photogrammetric predictors derived from spaceborne stereo images

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Kattenborn

Fassnacht

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European Journal of Remote Sensing

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We used spectral, textural and photogrammetric information from very-high resolution (VHR) stereo satellite data (Pléiades and WorldView-2) to estimate forest biomass across two test sites located in Chile and Germany. We compared Random Forest model performances of different predictor sets (spectral, textural, and photogrammetric), forest inventory designs and filter sizes (texture information). Best model performances were obtained with photogrammetric combined with either textural or spectral information and smaller, but more field plots. Stereo-VHR images showed a great potential for canopy height model (CHM) generation and could be an adequate alternative to LiDAR and InSAR techniques.

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“…Wisconsin already has a strong forest products industry, which employs nearly 100,000 people statewide and generates $30.8 billion in forest products related industrial output annually While the regional forest products industry has declined in recent years due to global economic factors, growth in the bioenergy economy in Wisconsin could significantly increase demand for biomass (Becker et al 2009). A recent analysis of available forest biomass for energy uses in Wisconsin estimated that 1.7 million dry tons per year of forest biomass could be available when no financial constraints are considered, and 1.5 million dry tons per year could be available at a price of $40 per dry ton at roadside (Becker et al 2009). The results of this analysis are similar to national-level estimates of biomass availability, which ranged from 0.6 to 2.3 million dry tons per year in Wisconsin (Willyard and Tikalsky 2006).…”

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“…However, the actual amount of biomass that is available will likely be less than what is potentially available. Constraints on availability include market conditions and prices, operational constraints, landowner willingness to harvest, and ecological considerations (Becker et al 2009). A set of biomass harvesting guidelines developed for Wisconsin to help forest owners and managers address concerns related to forest sustainability (Herrick et al 2009) encourages retaining woody biomass on some sites to minimize environmental impacts from biomass harvesting.…”

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Past and prospective carbon stocks in forests of northern Wisconsin: a report from the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest Climate Change Response Framework

Birdsey¹,

Pan²,

Janowiak³

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This report assesses past and prospective carbon stocks for 4.5 million ha of forest land in northern Wisconsin, including a baseline assessment and analysis of the impacts of disturbance and management on carbon stocks. Carbon density (amount of carbon stock per unit area) averages 237 megagrams (Mg) per ha, with the National Forest lands having slightly higher carbon density than other ownership classes. Over the last decade, carbon stocks of northern Wisconsin forests have been increasing by about one teragram (Tg) per year or 0.22 megagrams per ha per year, with most of the increase in live biomass. Harvest, wind, and fire have been principal drivers of forest carbon dynamics over the last century. For all forest types in northern Wisconsin, there is potential to increase stocking on the land by allowing more of the forested area to reach older age classes or by increasing productivity. Opportunities to increase afforestation and reduce deforestation are limited, but the potential exists for utilizing biomass energy as a substitute for fossil fuels. There are several options for private landowners to participate in carbon markets or greenhouse gas registries and receive some credit for additional actions to reduce emissions or increase sequestration of carbon. The methods used here can be adapted for use by other regions or forests to assess carbon stocks and effects of management on future carbon stocks.Cover photo by Scott Pearson.

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An outlook for sustainable forest bioenergy production in the Lake States

Cited by 43 publications

References 10 publications

Visions of Sustainability in Bioeconomy Research

Visions of Sustainability in Bioeconomy Research

Modeling forest biomass using Very-High-Resolution data—Combining textural, spectral and photogrammetric predictors derived from spaceborne stereo images

Past and prospective carbon stocks in forests of northern Wisconsin: a report from the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest Climate Change Response Framework

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