Abstract
The uptake of biomass-derived pyrolysis liquids for use in heat and
power applications depends on the ease of use and acceptability of the fuel
by the end user and equipment providers. As part of an EU-funded ALTENER II
contract, one of the aims is to derive standards for biomass derived
pyrolysis liquids, based on a consensus between equipment providers (boilers,
engines and turbines) and the liquids producers. Five basic properties
(homogeneity, water content, solids content, stability, flash point) for the
liquids are used as the primary criteria for pyrolysis liquid evaluation.
Specific values are proposed to ensure that pyrolysis liquids meet a minimum
grade acceptable for use as a fuel oil (''premium'' grade) in boilers and
engines. Data on emissions from boilers, engines and turbines are
presented. At present, there is not enough long duration data available to
allow further more detailed specifications on secondary properties to be
made, or define standards for liquids in turbines. The aim is to ensure that
a realistic set of specifications are determined to allow the introduction
into existing fuel infrastructures and markets, initially perceived as the
domestic heating fuel oil markets in Scandinavia.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Proceedings |
Subtitle of host publication | Pyrolysis and Gasification of Biomass and Waste |
Editors | Anthony V. Bridgwater |
Pages | 161-168 |
Publication status | Published - 2003 |
MoE publication type | B3 Non-refereed article in conference proceedings |
Event | The Future for Pyrolysis and Gasification of Biomass and Waste: Status, Opportunities and Policies for Europe - Strasbourg, France Duration: 30 Sept 2002 → 1 Oct 2002 |
Conference
Conference | The Future for Pyrolysis and Gasification of Biomass and Waste |
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Country/Territory | France |
City | Strasbourg |
Period | 30/09/02 → 1/10/02 |