This document discusses biomass as a renewable energy solution for utilities. It describes New Generation Biomass's mission to develop biomass, renewable energy, and biofuel facilities. It then provides details on various biomass technologies like woody biomass power plants, converting coal plants to biomass, torrefied wood co-firing with coal, biomass direct injection, anaerobic digesters, and landfill gas energy. New Generation Biomass seeks to partner with utilities to provide renewable energy solutions using these various biomass technologies.
Fischer-Tropsch fuels based on biomass and coal with carbon capture and storage could play a significant role in forming a low carbon transportation system. Coal and solar energy can power such a system allowing more of the carbon to be be integrated into the biofuels.
Nordic Folkecenter for Renewable Energy's manager Preben Maegaard is giving a speech about the decentralized nature of Thisted's energy succes. 100 % Sustainable renewable energy for the entire community.
In 2016 Hjallerup District Heating had a Linka straw system installed. The plant will supply the entire area with heat 7 months of the year. The change to biofuel has already reduced the prices for district heating in the area.
Andrew Bissell & Richard Jennings, Managing Director Castle Rock Edinvar presented the attached at an event organised by Holyrood Events - Eradicating Fuel Poverty: Delivering Warm Homes.
If you require any further information on this presentation please contact andrew.bissell@sunamp.co.uk or for information on the event please contact zoe@hoyrood.com
biomass boiler to steam turbine to power generationAbhishekBobade4
Biomass boilers represent a sustainable and environmentally friendly approach to heating and energy production. They utilize organic materials such as wood pellets, wood chips, agricultural residues, or even dedicated energy crops to generate heat or electricity. These systems have gained traction as a renewable energy solution, particularly in areas where biomass resources are abundant. In this comprehensive overview, we'll delve into the workings, benefits, challenges, and applications of biomass boilers.
### Introduction to Biomass Boilers
Biomass boilers function similarly to conventional boilers, but with a focus on utilizing biomass fuels instead of fossil fuels like coal, oil, or natural gas. The combustion of biomass materials within these boilers releases energy in the form of heat, which can be utilized for various heating purposes, including space heating, hot water production, or even industrial processes.
### Working Principles
The operation of a biomass boiler typically involves several key stages:
1. **Fuel Feed:** Biomass fuel, such as wood pellets or chips, is automatically or manually fed into the combustion chamber.
2. **Combustion:** Inside the combustion chamber, the biomass undergoes combustion, releasing heat energy.
3. **Heat Transfer:** Heat from the combustion process is transferred to water, steam, or air via heat exchangers.
4. **Heat Distribution:** The heated medium (water, steam, or air) is circulated through a distribution system to provide heat to the desired application.
5. **Emissions Control:** Advanced biomass boilers often incorporate emission control technologies to minimize pollutants released during combustion, ensuring environmental compliance.
### Types of Biomass Boilers
Biomass boilers come in various configurations, including:
1. **Stoker Boilers:** These feature a grate where biomass fuel is fed, allowing for continuous combustion.
2. **Fluidized Bed Boilers:** Utilize a bed of inert material (e.g., sand) to support and burn biomass fuel, offering high combustion efficiency.
3. **Pellet Boilers:** Specifically designed to burn wood pellets efficiently, offering automated feeding and combustion processes.
4. **Gasification Boilers:** Employ a two-stage process involving pyrolysis and gasification of biomass to produce a combustible gas that is then burned in the boiler.
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Fischer-Tropsch fuels based on biomass and coal with carbon capture and storage could play a significant role in forming a low carbon transportation system. Coal and solar energy can power such a system allowing more of the carbon to be be integrated into the biofuels.
Nordic Folkecenter for Renewable Energy's manager Preben Maegaard is giving a speech about the decentralized nature of Thisted's energy succes. 100 % Sustainable renewable energy for the entire community.
In 2016 Hjallerup District Heating had a Linka straw system installed. The plant will supply the entire area with heat 7 months of the year. The change to biofuel has already reduced the prices for district heating in the area.
Andrew Bissell & Richard Jennings, Managing Director Castle Rock Edinvar presented the attached at an event organised by Holyrood Events - Eradicating Fuel Poverty: Delivering Warm Homes.
If you require any further information on this presentation please contact andrew.bissell@sunamp.co.uk or for information on the event please contact zoe@hoyrood.com
biomass boiler to steam turbine to power generationAbhishekBobade4
Biomass boilers represent a sustainable and environmentally friendly approach to heating and energy production. They utilize organic materials such as wood pellets, wood chips, agricultural residues, or even dedicated energy crops to generate heat or electricity. These systems have gained traction as a renewable energy solution, particularly in areas where biomass resources are abundant. In this comprehensive overview, we'll delve into the workings, benefits, challenges, and applications of biomass boilers.
### Introduction to Biomass Boilers
Biomass boilers function similarly to conventional boilers, but with a focus on utilizing biomass fuels instead of fossil fuels like coal, oil, or natural gas. The combustion of biomass materials within these boilers releases energy in the form of heat, which can be utilized for various heating purposes, including space heating, hot water production, or even industrial processes.
### Working Principles
The operation of a biomass boiler typically involves several key stages:
1. **Fuel Feed:** Biomass fuel, such as wood pellets or chips, is automatically or manually fed into the combustion chamber.
2. **Combustion:** Inside the combustion chamber, the biomass undergoes combustion, releasing heat energy.
3. **Heat Transfer:** Heat from the combustion process is transferred to water, steam, or air via heat exchangers.
4. **Heat Distribution:** The heated medium (water, steam, or air) is circulated through a distribution system to provide heat to the desired application.
5. **Emissions Control:** Advanced biomass boilers often incorporate emission control technologies to minimize pollutants released during combustion, ensuring environmental compliance.
### Types of Biomass Boilers
Biomass boilers come in various configurations, including:
1. **Stoker Boilers:** These feature a grate where biomass fuel is fed, allowing for continuous combustion.
2. **Fluidized Bed Boilers:** Utilize a bed of inert material (e.g., sand) to support and burn biomass fuel, offering high combustion efficiency.
3. **Pellet Boilers:** Specifically designed to burn wood pellets efficiently, offering automated feeding and combustion processes.
4. **Gasification Boilers:** Employ a two-stage process involving pyrolysis and gasification of biomass to produce a combustible gas that is then burned in the boiler.
#BiomassBoilers
#RenewableEnergy
#SustainableHeating
#GreenEnergy
#CleanHeat
#BiomassEnergy
#ClimateAction
#EnergyEfficiency
#Bioenergy
#CarbonNeutral
The mission of the University of Minnesota’s Natural Resources Research Institute (NRRI) is to “foster the economic development of Minnesota’s natural resources in an environmentally sound manner to promote private sector employment.” On a recent Northeast CERT tour, participants were given a sneak peek at the innovative ways NRRI is fulfilling their mission in the realm of energy. See the slides to learn more.
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Presentation given at the CLA's Woodfuel Conference at Doddington Hall on Wednesday 30 October by Dr Andrew Horsley, Business Development Director, Arbor Heat and Power.
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New Generation Biomass Utility Presentation July 2012
1. Biomass:
A Renewable Energy Solution for
Utilities
Al Rettenmaier
913-231-2942
arettenmaier@newgenerationbiomass.com
www.newgenerationbiomass.com
2. New Generation Biomass Overview
Our mission is to develop, own and operate
biomass, renewable energy and biofuel facilities:
– Biomass Power Generation Facilities
– Combined Heat and Power (CHP) – Wood or
Natural Gas
– Anaerobic Digester and Landfill Gas/Power
– Biofuels
5. New Generation Biomass
Technology Choices
• Woody or crop residue biomass power production
– New plants
– Conversion of existing coal plants to biomass
• Torrefied wood co-firing with coal in existing power
plants – up to 100% replacement
• Biomass direct injection – up to 15%
• Biomass mixing with coal for co-firing – up to 5%
• Municipal Solid Waste – Waste to Energy
• Anaerobic digester power production and biogas
production
• Landfill gas power and biogas production
9. New Generation Biomass
Coal Plant Conversion to Biomass
• NGB can Convert Existing Coal Power Plants to
Biomass for Production of Renewable Energy
• Utility Receives Payment for Existing Plant
• Long Term Contract for Renewable Electricity at
Current Rates
• Existing Staff is Transitioned to New Biomass
Operation – No Lost Jobs
11. Torrefied Wood Co-Firing in Existing
Coal Power Plants
Heat &
Residence Torrefied
Time
Wood –
Wood Chips
Power Plant
Super Fuel
12. Torrefied Wood Co-Firing with Coal in
Existing Power Plants
• No Plant Modifications Needed
• Torrefied Wood Blends With Coal – Same Density,
Same Heat Value
• Torrefied Wood Pulverizes in PC Plants Like Coal
• Repels Water – Can be Stored Outside for Long
Periods
• Can be Made from Any Wood
13. Torrefied Wood Co-Firing with Coal in
Existing Power Plants
Higher Energy Content than Coal
Courtesy of New Biomass Energy
14. Torrefied Wood Co-Firing with Coal in
Existing Power Plants
Lowers Sulfur Emissions
Courtesy of New Biomass Energy
15. Torrefied Wood Co-Firing with Coal in
Existing Power Plants
Lower Grinding Energy than Coal
Courtesy of New Biomass Energy
16. Torrefied Wood Co-Firing with Coal in
Existing Power Plants
Option 1
• NGB can Develop New Facilities near the Power
Plant to Produce Torrefied Wood
• NGB has Access to Technology for Torrefied
Wood
17. Torrefied Wood Co-Firing with Coal in
Existing Power Plants
Option 2
• NGB can Arrange Contracts for Purchase of
Torrefied Wood in the US and Deliver to Europe
• NGB Can First Provide Torrefied Wood for a Test
Co-Firing at the Power Plant
18. Torrefied Wood Co-Firing with Coal in
Existing Power Plants
Path Forward:
• Torrefied Wood Test Co-Firing at the Power
Plant
• LOI for Torrefied Wood Supply Contract
20. New Generation Biomass
Cofiring Biomass in Coal Plants
• Switchgrass Direct
Injection
• Alabama Power - Plant
Gadsen
• Switchgrass is Ground
and injected in separate
burner
• 10% Renewable Energy
production
22. New Generation Biomass
Waste to Energy Benefits
• Reduces Waste Going
to Landfills
• High Power Availability
• WTE is Accepted in EU and US as Renewable
Energy
• Technology is Conventional Combustion or
Plasma Gasification
23. New Generation Biomass
Conventional Waste to Energy Facility
Technology:
Material Recycling, Production of a Refuse
Derived Fuel and Conventional Combustion
•Plant Size: 20 MW
•Waste Disposal: 340,000 Ton/y*
•Electricity Produced: 150,000,000 kWh/y
*No tires included
26. New Generation Biomass
Anaerobic Digester Energy Benefits
• Fuel Supply is Inexpensive
and Plentiful
• Solves Difficult Waste Entec Pig Manure Plant– 12 MW
Problems
• Plants Use Biodegradable Wastes that Can’t Be
Converted to Energy Economically Otherwise
• Great for Manure Conversion to Biogas or Power
• High Availability – Base Load Power
• AD accepted in US and EU as Renewable Energy
27. Anaerobic Digester Energy Facility
Typical Woody Biomass Plant – 15 MW
Truck Dump
3.2 MW requires
about 3 acres of
landody Biomass
Harvesting
Photos and rendering courtesy
of Eisenmann Corp.
29. Landfill Gas (LFG)
• Landfill Gas Occurs from the Decomposition of
Organic Material in Landfills
• LFG Power Plant Sizes Typically Range from
0.25 MW to 50 MW
• LFG is 50% Methane/45% CO2/ 5% N2
• Can be used to generate power, or cleaned up
for pipeline quality natural gas
30. Landfill Gas Power Generation
Landfill Gas Energy Projects and
Candidate Landfills
31. Landfill Gas
• Landfill Gas Power Generation Cost is Very
Competitive
• Reciprocating Engines are Used to Generate
Electricity – Modular and Cost Effective
• Gas Cleanup is the only Major O&M Cost
• Remote Operation
32. New Generation Biomass
Provides Solutions for Utilities
Utilities Need Renewable Energy – We Offer:
• Wood/Crop Residue – New Power Plants
• Municipal Solid Waste – Solves Landfill Problem,
Facilitates Recycling and Makes Renewable Energy
• Torrefied Wood Co-Firing – Blend with Coal
• Anaerobic Digesters – Animal Waste/Food Waste
• Landfill Gas - Very Cost Effective
Best value can be achieved through bilateral
project development with New Generation
Biomass LLC