Research Interests:

Economic analysis of biomass energy resource development, including dedicated biomass crops and waste materials. Has been involved in efforts to develop integrated systems for biomass production and utilization in Florida. He co-directs the UF program in Economic Impact Analysis, and is a licensed user of the ImplanPro economic impact and social accounting software. He has participated in projects with total funding support in excess of $1.7 million, and has authored over 100 book chapters, monographs, refereed journal articles and conference proceedings. He has extensive international development work experience in Latin America. He serves as editor of the Forest Chemicals Review.