The key to using cellulose is in the pre-treatment stage, where cellulose needs to be exposed some means (it's encased in protective lignin) to enzyme or acid activity to convert it to sugars. Welcome, grass clippings and cellulosic material have huge potential for fuel, but especially so for very large scale production, the kind that is required to displace petroleum. What kind of methods are there to combat this evil "lignin" stuff?ĭoes anyone have any experience with cellulose mashing? meCh5.htmlĭoes this type of grass contain any starches at all?
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So far during my research I haven't found any detailed information on grass apart from that it is cellulose based, difficult to do for the home brewer and that not much R&D has gone into it. I live in suburban Sydney and like mentioned in one of David Blume's video lectures I see allot of grass clipping from local council and private lawn mowing businesses being thrown into green waste landfill. I also have David Blumes encyclopedia sized book on the subject but havent had a chance to read any part of it in depth yet as family members keep borrowing it from me, but I do plan on getting into this book too. At the moment I have only sourced information from internet sources although I plan to go to the local libraries as well. Trees frozen in snow banks will not be collected.I am in the middle of some research in building a sustainable ethanol fuel source for myself and immediate family. If your tree is longer than 3m (or 10 feet), please cut it in half before collection. Please remove all decorations, wiring, strands and plastic. Check your waste collection schedule to learn more or contact Central Elgin for more details. Christmas Tree CollectionĬentral Elgin collects natural Christmas trees every January on a designated week. This helps return nutrients back into the soil, and reduces the need to fertilize and water your lawn. It is recommended that you leave grass clippings on the lawn so they can break down naturally. Grass ClippingsĬentral Elgin does not accept grass clippings in any of the waste collection programs. Please place any brush or tree branches in securely tied bundles no larger than 1 metre in length. Please remember that burning of leaves in built up areas is not permitted at any time of year. Thomas (fees may apply so please check their website). For other residents and at other times, Central Elgin residents can take their waste to the Community Recycling Centre located at 330 South Edgeware Road in St. No bag tag is required, and plastic bags will not be accepted.
Our fall Leaf and Yard Waste program will run on the following dates:Īll leaves must be in biodegradable paper yard waste bags. Collection happens each week on Monday mornings in built up areas of Central Elgin. The Central Elgin Collection Program runs both in the spring and fall for 4 weeks.
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