1. Margins-based planning framework 2. Model and mathematical formulation 3. Case study supply chain 4. Comparison of supply-chain policies in different market scenarios 5. Conclusions: A margins-based framework and an integrated planning model that shows how a biorefinery should be operated to maximize profit has been presented Choosing a feedstock mix is not obvious Minimizing procurement costs will not lead to best profitability Procurement of adequate quantities of feedstock to maximize the sales of the portfolio Under different market price scenarios, results show that significant realignment is needed to maximize profit.
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