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Project:<\/strong> PFS Energy\u2019s objective is to produce electricity utilizing biomass, thus replacing fossil fuels as the source of energy. The gasification process for biomass involves the conversion of hydrocarbon-containing feedstocks such as branches, hard grasses, wood and other woody materials, into hydrogen and carbon fuel gases to be used to fuel a generator or turbine. Small-sized enterprises in Puerto Rico require somewhere between 100-200 kWh to operate their machinery, cooling systems and offices. Medium size operations on the island typically require 1-2 MWh to operate. RFS Energy\u2019s business model would provide full service from the machinery to collect\/harvest\/obtain the biomass to the generation of electricity to be purchased by the customer on their facilities. 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