Themethodology is then
applied in a case study for Michigan’s Upper Peninsula (or the
U.P. of Michigan) to identify the best site to locate a facility.
Following the case study, a sensitivity analysis is performed to
assess the effect of several key variables, i.e., fuel price, transportation
distance, and pulpwood availability, on transportation
cost. Sensitivity analysis also revealed an alternative
production site if biomass availability is less than expected.
Lastly we summarize our research findings, describe important
conclusions, and present guidance for future research.
Themethodology is thenapplied in a case study for Michigan’s Upper Peninsula (or theU.P. of Michigan) to identify the best site to locate a facility.Following the case study, a sensitivity analysis is performed toassess the effect of several key variables, i.e., fuel price, transportationdistance, and pulpwood availability, on transportationcost. Sensitivity analysis also revealed an alternativeproduction site if biomass availability is less than expected.Lastly we summarize our research findings, describe importantconclusions, and present guidance for future research.
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