Miscanthus giganteus
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Miscanthus giganteus is a large perennial grass used for energy production. It is currently used commercially in the UK with a rapidly growing market demand. In addition to providing clean and affordable electricity and heat, Miscanthus is an environmentally friendly crop. Its large root system captures nutrients, and stems provide wildlife cover. As a high yielding, low input perennial, Miscanthus is also excellent for carbon sequestration and soil building.
[edit] Uses
Research trials being conducted within the United States are making strides towards developing Miscanthus giganteus as a source of biomass for the production of energy either for direct combustion or through cellulosic ethanol production.
[edit] External links
- Miscanthus
- Miscanthus as energy source (German)
- Miscanthus x giganteus - as an energy crop - Miscanthus Research at the University of Illinois
- Bical Energy - Green Heat and Electricity
- Ceres, Inc
