In addition to a range of analytical and laboratory facilities, the IBRF contains a high-bay biochemical conversion pilot plant, which companies are using to validate their processes. / SOURCE: Dennis Schroeder, NREL
August 22, 2023
BY U.S. Department of Energy
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