WOOD CHIP
Wood chips are small pieces of wood that are typically produced by shredding or chipping larger pieces of wood such as logs, branches, or wood waste. They vary in size and shape depending on the method used for their production. Wood chips are widely utilized for various purposes due to their versatility and practicality. They serve as a renewable biomass fuel, commonly used in biomass boilers and power plants to generate heat and electricity.
Characteristics
- Calorific Value: Wood chip have a calorific value ranging from approximately 3,500 to 4,200 kcal/kg, making it a relatively high-energy biomass fuel.
- Moisture Content: Ranges from 10% to 15%, but this can vary depending on processing and storage conditions.
- Color: Brown
- Appearance: Small flakes to medium size flakes
Uses
Biomass fuel: Wood chips are primarily used as a form of biomass fuel. They are burned in biomass boilers, furnaces, and power plants to generate heat and electricity. This renewable energy source helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions compared to fossil fuels and supports sustainable energy practices.
Benefits
Renewable and Sustainable: Wood chips are derived from forestry and wood processing residues, making them a renewable resource as long as forests are managed sustainably.
Low Carbon Footprint: When burned, wood chips emit lower levels of carbon dioxide compared to fossil fuels, contributing to reduced greenhouse gas emissions and climate impact.
Cost-Effective: Wood chips can be a cost-effective alternative to fossil fuels, especially in regions with abundant wood resources or where biomass energy incentives are available.
Energy Security: Using locally sourced wood chips reduces dependency on imported fuels, enhancing energy security and supporting local economies.
Versatile Application: Wood chips can be used for heating in residential, commercial, and industrial settings, as well as for generating electricity in biomass power plants.
Waste Reduction: Utilizing wood chips from forestry residues and wood processing waste helps reduce waste disposal and promotes efficient resource utilization.
Supports Rural Development: Wood chip production and use can create jobs in forestry, logging, and biomass energy sectors, benefiting rural communities.