Emily Heaton
Director, Biomass Innovation Hub Professor, Crop Sciences …
Illinois researchers say versatile grass could be used for sustainable fuel, building materials and more
Research from the University of Illinois and partner scientists on miscanthus, a fast-growing perennial grass with potential for sustainable fuels, bioproducts, and climate-smart agriculture, is featured in the Chicago Tribune. The article highlights how this versatile crop could strengthen rural economies, …
The Coming Age of Miscanthus
Scientists at BIH and the Center for Advanced Bioenergy and Bioproducts Innovation (CABBI) are documenting the rapid maturation of miscanthus, a high-yield perennial grass gaining momentum as a scalable feedstock for fuels, chemicals, and advanced materials. The story outlines how …
Illinois Biomass Innovation Hub hosts Energy Farm Stakeholder Event
The Illinois Biomass Innovation Hub (BIH) welcomed researchers, industry leaders, and partners from across the nation to the University of Illinois Energy Farm for the BIH stakeholder meeting …
Grass to Cash: How a Maryland Farmer Cornered Miscanthus Market
A Maryland farmer is finding new opportunity in miscanthus, a tall, perennial grass increasingly used as a sustainable alternative to traditional poultry bedding. Featured in Farm Progress, the story highlights how miscanthus offers strong absorbency, low dust, and reliable supply …
Tipping Point: Agriculture on the Brink
PBS NewsHour released a special report, featuring BIH Director Emily Heaton and other experts, examining the pressures facing U.S. agriculture, from climate variability and soil degradation to market uncertainty and shifting policy landscapes. The program explores how farmers, researchers, and …