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Biomass for power generation - meeting high production costs & supply challenges

Posted on : 08 Jul, 2010

 

 

‘Drax has called for Britain to increase its support for biomass power generation, arguing that the source was flexible, plentiful and, with government support, could become economical.’ Reuters

 

‘The government’s Carbon Reduction Commitment incentivises public sector organisations to invest in additional small-scale biomass boilers, but investments in biomass equipment risk failing to meet operational targets as the country’s biomass supply will meet only 5-10% of projected demand by 2014 and large volume imports face significant supply chain risks, the report adds.’ RenewableEnergyFocus

 

 

In Europe, high production costs and lack of supplies impede the widespread use of biomass for power generation. Asia, on the other hand, with its rich agricultural resources, is still not as progressive in this aspect. Yet, the two continents are well suited to complement each other’s position. How so?

  

A Biomass Pellets Trade Asia conference, to be held on the 27-28 of September, will explore the possibilities of exporting biomass in Asia to feed Europe’s growing demand. On the agenda are topics such as:

 

-         Indonesia’s wood pellets – ready for export?

-         Sugar bagasse – managing local usage and export potential

-         Converting empty fruit bunch (EFB) to trade and export-ready product

-         Rise of palm kernel shells (PKS) for export from Indonesia?

-         Obstacles in maximizing Asia’s biomass resources – for power generation or exports?

-         Sugar bagasse for export or domestic power generation in Thailand

 

Conversely, sessions featuring Europe’s experience and technological prowess are also included in this 1.5 day event in Jakarta. Watch out for the next update for details on Europe related topics and speakers or email hafizah@cmtsp.com.sg for more details.