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The Forest-based Bio-refinery: Technical and Political Challenges Associated With Wood-to-Ethanol Processes (Seminar)

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Monday, February 25, 2008

12pm to 1pm

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Seminar Details Lignocellulosic feedstocks, including wood from forests, have significant potential for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and for expanding and diversifying the forest products industry. The Faculty of Forestry's Forest Products Biotechnology group is addressing the technical and policy issues, which must be overcome to move lignocellulose-based bio-ethanol into commercial production.  

Lecturer Dr. Jack Saddler, Dean and Professor in the UBC Faculty of Forestry, with an NSERC Industrial Senior Chair.  

Location At the Botanical Garden Reception Centre, near the main entrance (Directions to the Botanical Garden)  

Cost Free  

Please Note Bring a bag lunch. Coffee supplied. Please call 604-822-3928 in advance to book a seat.  

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