Auburn University bioenergy experts brief U.S. Representative Mike Rogers on new technologies

U.S. Representative Mike Rogers and AU bioenergy expert, Dr. Steve Taylor

On Tuesday, August 25, 2009, Auburn University bioenergy experts gave U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers a tour of research laboratories and demonstrated new technologies that convert grass clippings, wood chips and other biomass sources into ethanol, electricity and gas. Rogers has been instrumental in securing $1.5 million in federal support for biofuel research at Auburn, including the equipment and research taking place in the Bioenergy Lab on Devall Drive. The research is designed to take readily available, non-food and mostly unused biomass and turn it into energy. 

Ed Enoch covered Rogers’ visit to the Auburn campus for the Opelika Auburn News.  Check out his story online.

For additional information about Roger’s visit to the Auburn campus and/or the University’s efforts in the area of bioenergy, contact Steve Taylor, Director of the Center for Bioenergy and Bioproducts at (334) 844-3534.

Water Resources and Alabama’s Future: 2009 Alabama Water Resources Conference, Perdido Beach Resort, Orange Beach, AL

The 23^rd Annual Alabama Water Resources Conference is a forum for all participants of our water resources community, providing opportunities for conversation about the many multidisciplinary aspects of water resources, and making connections that will improve how we understand the complex water issues that are of importance to this state, the region, and the nation. The Conference Planning Committee encourages you to join in the dialogue.  For additional information, check out the conference agenda or contact Dennis Block of the Auburn University Environmental Institute at: (334) 844-5075.