Biomass Combined Heat and Power Systems

Combined Heat and Power (CHP) is the simultaneous generation of multiple forms of useful energy (usually mechanical and thermal) in … More

Carbon Sequestration and Biochar

Biochar sequestration is considered carbon negative as it results in a net decrease in atmospheric carbon dioxide over centuries or … More

In India, the leading biofuel feedstock today is sugarcane molasses, which is processed to yield bioethanol that can be blended … More

A wide range of technologies exists to convert the energy stored in biomass to more useful forms of energy. These … More

Pyrolysis is the thermal decomposition of biomass occurring in the absence of oxygen. It is the fundamental chemical reaction that … More

Bio-oil is a dark brown liquid and has a similar composition to biomass. It has a much higher density than … More

Biochar sequestration is considered carbon negative as it results in a net decrease in atmospheric carbon dioxide over centuries or … More

Upon drying, peat can be used as a fuel. It has industrial importance as a fuel in some countries, such … More

Every energy conversion system wastes a portion of its input energy. For biomass to electricity conversion systems, 50% or more … More

Biomass power is the largest source of renewable energy as well as a vital part of the waste management infrastructure. … More