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OverviewFor the first time, this opportune book provides a comprehensive treatment of the many innovative, non-timber bioproducts that may be derived from Canada’s vast forests, including their potential economic, social and environmental impacts. It also offers a balanced discussion of the technological, policy and regulatory issues surrounding the emerging global bioeconomy. This book will not only be of interest to Canadian forestry professionals and entrepreneurs, but also to those interested in the contribution of forestry to the bioeconomy worldwide. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Suzanne Wetzel , Luc C. Duchesne , Michael F. LaportePublisher: Springer Imprint: Springer Edition: Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st ed. 2006 Dimensions: Width: 16.00cm , Height: 1.40cm , Length: 24.00cm Weight: 0.454kg ISBN: 9789048172481ISBN 10: 9048172489 Pages: 258 Publication Date: 19 October 2010 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Table of ContentsForests as a Source of Bioproducts.- Biofuels and Bioenergy.- Biochemicals.- Agroforestry.- Foods from the Forest.- Nutraceuticals from the Forest.- Pharmaceuticals from the Forest.- Decorative and Aesthetic Products.- Recreation and Other Forest Values.- Protecting Forest Biomass from Pests: Current Challenges.- Other Innovative Products and Technologies.- Carbon Credits.- The Way Forward.ReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |