Framework / Assessment California Forests and Rangelands: Proposed Indicators Summary Measure the number of biomass facilities that potentially facilitate treatment of forested areas to reduce fire and/or pest risk or existing damage, and contribute to local economies. The number of biomass facilities in California has been fairly dynamic, and has included new facilities as well as closures. Biomass facilities can provide an economic incentive for treating areas at risk or damaged by fire or pests. Many areas in need of treatment do not have this incentive available due to travel time between project areas and biomass facilities.