Resources for Students
We designed these pages specially to make it easier for you to learn about biomass. Whether you need to write a research paper or are just curious, this information may help you get started - it covers the basics, but also connects you to more advanced information.
- ABC's of Biofuels
- ABC's of Biopower
- ABC's of Bioproducts
- Student Glossary: Biomass technology has its own vocabulary, so this glossary may help you better understand the information. The glossary for researchers is also available if you need more technical definitions.
- Bioenergy Conversion Factors: A handy set of energy unit conversions and energy content values for biomass.
If you are in elementary or middle school, the following links may be helpful:
- The Energy Information Administration's Kid's Page
- CANMET Energy Technology Center's Kid's Fun
- Energy Quest website by the California Energy Commission
The more advanced or technically oriented student should visit our Technology pages for a detailed description of biomass technologies being researched by the Biomass Program. The Publications page is a good resource for searching for biomass related documents.