This report provides a high-level description of the potential availability and estimated relative accessibility of lignocellulosic feedstock in Australia.
Report extract
The ethanol industry can benefit the forestry industry by accommodating a wide range of furnish qualities and being ‘nimbler’ and more opportunistic in sourcing products. The Ethtec technology is not feedstock-specific, as it can process multiple types of lignocellulosic material simultaneously. This important feature may enhance the economics of utilising forest materials as well as woody weeds as feedstocks, if used in combination with other available lignocellulosic materials.
According to MBCA’s desk study, the apparent most attractive sub-regions for lignocellulosic feedstocks are:
- NE Tasmania (Tasmania) – centred around Bell Bay.
- Albany (Western Australia)- centred around Albany.
- NW Tasmania (Tasmania) – centred around Burnie.
- Murray Valley NSW (Murray Valley) – centred around Tumut.
