A Comprehensive Analysis of Biomass Pellets Made from Various Resources and Waste for Domestic Use

Abstract

The increasing necessity for renewable energy sources underscores the importance of biomass pelletization, which reduces handling costs and results in a fuel with enhanced structural homogeneity. This study investigates the strength and integrity of biomass pellets and explores the quality and mechanisms of inter-particular adhesion bonding. Despite the widespread use of biomass as a renewable energy source globally, it remains underutilized in Western countries. This research aims to identify environmentally optimal strategies for bioenergy, considering domestic biomass availability, the full energy system context, and a life cycle perspective. Special attention is given to identifying high-energy biomass species to replace conventional fossil fuels. Pellets, derived from dense organic matter or biomass, can be produced from food waste, industrial by-products, energy crops, agricultural residues, and virgin lumber. The paper analyzes the performance of biomass pellets for domestic applications.