From Start to Finish - The Value Chain of Cellulosic Biofuels Production”
ID: 3757

Abstract: The success of cellulosic biofuels production is dependent upon various, critical components that make up the entire value chain, from feedstock to eventual consumer. This panel offers a balanced range of perspectives from three key components of this value chain: dedicated energy crops, technology components, and biofuels production.



Beginning with the cellulosic feedstock, a dedicated energy crop is a critical first step in the cellulosic biofuels value chain. The availability of sustainable, cost effective and plentiful raw materials is the cornerstone for an economically viable cellulosic biofuel facility. Ceres develops and markets low-carbon, non-food crops for next-generation biofuels and biopower. Ceres’ energy crops can provide more fuel, new opportunities for farmers and a cleaner environment for us all.



The panel will then move to Andritz, a global market leader for customized plant, systems and services for the pulp and paper, hydropower, steel and other specialized industries, including biofuels. Andritz is applying proven process technology, concepts and machines from the pulp and paper and environmental industry with minor modifications on various types of lingo-cellulosic feedstocks for pre-treatment systems, liquid solid separation or reactor feed systems in the biofuels area.



ZeaChem will offer the panel the biofuels producer perspective. ZeaChem’s third-generation cellulosic biofuels production is sustainable, efficient, and cost-effective. ZeaChem’s hybrid process combines biochemical fermentation and thermochemical processes. Using proven technology and naturally occurring bugs, ZeaChem has the flexibility to produce a wide range of biofuels in addition to bio-based intermediate chemicals.



Valero is the nation’s largest petroleum refiner and has long been recognized throughout the industry as a leader in the production of premium, environmentally clean products. Valero is actively participating in the cellulosic biofuels space and will discuss its perspectives on the relationship between the petroleum industry and the emerging cellulosic biofuels industry.





Moderator: Carrie Atiyeh, ZeaChem, Inc (United States)

Presenter 1: “The Role of Dedicated Energy Crops in the Cellulosic Biofuels Production Value Chain”
Spencer Swayze, Ceres, Inc., (United States)  [Confirmed]

Presenter 2: Utilization and adaptation of machines and processes proven in the pulping industry: Use for pre-Treatment concepts and related processes in the biofuel area 
Thomas Pschorn, Andritz Inc, (Canada)  [Confirmed]

Presenter 3: “Third-Generation Cellulosic Biofuels: Sustainable, Efficient, Cost-Effective” 
Tim Eggeman, ZeaChem Inc., (United States)  [Confirmed]

Presenter 4 (if necessary):  
Doris Beaulieu, Valero Energy Corporation, (United States)  [Confirmed]

Panel Organizer:
Carrie Atiyeh, ZeaChem, Inc, (United States)

Why should your submission should be selected for this year’s program?
The success of cellulosic biofuels production is dependent upon various, critical components that make up the entire value chain, from feedstock to eventual consumer. This panel offers a balanced range of perspectives from four key components of this value chain: dedicated energy crops, technology components, and biofuels production.