The Extension Ethanol and Biodiesel Workgroup at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln welcome you.
This site is your resource for bioenergy industry topics on agriculturally-based sustainable energy sources and related issues including bioenergy crops, biofuels, and small and large wind.
The Ethanol and Biodiesel Workgroup started with a grant from the Nebraska Center for Energy Sciences Research, which was made possible with funding from Nebraska Public Power District.
BIO eConference
Growing the Bioeconomy
Solutions for Sustainability
Growing the Bioeconomy: Solutions for Sustainability
- Plan to attend this virtual conference Dec. 1, 2009
Identify ways people involved in the bioeconomy – farmers, industry, academia, government and non-government agencies – can be part of the agriculturally-based solutions to global climate change and energy supply.
- Twelve state universities will simultaneously host the conference
- Begins with a presentation by Dr. James E. Lovelock – world renowned biochar expert.
- Attend a university-hosted or corporate-sponsored site,
- or attend virtually via your personal computer.
Become part of the solution. See conference details and registration options below.
December 1st, 2009, Mahoney State Park, Ashland, Nebraska
- Video
- View the agenda
- Register for the Nebraska Conference ($80 for early registration; $95 at the door)
- Register for online viewing only through Iowa State BioeConference ($50)
Upcoming Forums and Educational Opportunities:
Winds of Change: Wind Energy Law in Nebraska
- November 9th UNK Student Union
Wind Law Education for Nebraska Attorneys
Email John Hay jhay2@unl.edu for details or see details at the Nebraska State Bar Assocation
Wind Power 2009 Conference- Nebraska Wind Working Group
November 9th -10th, 2009 Holicay Inn Convention Center Kearney Nebraska
Next Biofuel Forum:
Wednesday November 18, 2009, Understanding Wind Energy Leases
Presented by Dr. Shannon Ferrell - Oklahoma State University
Being approached by a wind energy developer can be a significant opportunity for an additional cash flow to rural landowners. But when those landowners are confronted with a 40‐page lease with dense "legalese" the negotiation process can be intimidating. This webinar will help participants understand what both developers and landowners need in a successful agreement and will teach you the top five questions landowners need to ask when approached by a developer. Email John Hay for log in Details
See Forums page to see past forums and learn how to join upcoming forums View all Forums
For students with an interest in alternative energies, UNL is now offering an Energy Sciences Minor.
