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Biomass is a versatile energy resource, much like petroleum. Beyond

converting biomass to biofuels for vehicle use, it can also serve as a

renewable alternative to fossil fuels in the manufacturing of bioproducts

such as plastics, lubricants, industrial chemicals, and many other

products currently derived from petroleum or natural gas. Mimicking

the existing petroleum refinery model, integrated biorefineries can

produce bioproducts alongside biofuels. This co-production strategy

offers a more efficient, cost-effective, and integrated approach to the use

of U.S. biomass resources. Revenue generated from bioproducts also

offers added value, improving the economics of biorefinery operations

and creating more cost-competitive biofuels.