IEA Bioenergy Technology Collaboration Programme

Fast pyrolysis is a process in which organic materials are rapidly heated to 450 - 600 °C in absence of air. Under these conditions, organic vapours, permanent gases and charcoal are produced. The vapours are then quickly condensed to pyrolysis oil. Pyrolysis enables the transformation of difficult-to-handle biomass of different nature - biomass residues and organic waste materials - into a clean and uniform liquid. The fast pyrolysis process is flexible with respect to the type of biomass and many different lignocellulosic biomasses like forest residues, sawdust, and agro-residues have been tested and can be utilized. The report "Flexibility by fast pyrolysis in renewable energy systems" Task 34 (Direct Thermochemical Liquefaction) analyses the potential role of Fast Pyrolysis Bio-Oil (FPBO) in flexible bioenergy system, i.e. bioenergy system that can provide multiple service and benefits to the energy system under varying operating conditions and/or loads. Key findings: - FPBO is suitable to provide seasonal flexibility in heat demand applications, for example in district heating systems. - Gas turbines and diesel gensets are designed for flexible operation in a power grid, with fast start-up and a rapid response to load variations. - Renewable electricity and/or hydrogen can be captured by (electro-)chemical upgrading of the FPBO to stabilized pyrolysis oil, advanced biofuels or even chemicals. Read more ?? https://lnkd.in/eSPdJCq5

?? SAVE THE DATE: 3 December 2024, h 16-17.30 CEST ?? Free Webinar by Task 39 (Biofuels to Decarbonize Transport) "Lowering Hinders for Maritime Biofuels – Identifying means to increase the use of biofuels in the marine sector" Registration open ?? https://lnkd.in/dwbFiMv6

???? Missed the Task 36 (Material and Energy Valorisation of Waste in a Circular Economy) webinar on "Mixed plastic waste – Sustainable valorization solutions for material and energy recovery"? ?? Don't worry! You can now watch the full video recording and download the presentation here: ?? https://lnkd.in/dhEtq-NZ

Happening today: Task 36 (Material and Energy Valorisation of Waste in a Circular Economy) free webinar on "Mixed Plastic Waste – Sustainable Valorization Solutions for Material and Energy Recovery", from 16 to 18 CET. Don't miss this unique opportunity to engage with experts and gain valuable insights into innovative solutions! ?? https://lnkd.in/d5rUApTm

As the end of the triennium approaches, the National Task Leaders (NTL) of IEA Bioenergy Task 37 - *Energy from Biogas* - came together to discuss the work programme of the old and already the new triennium. The meeting took place in Brazil, coinciding with the IEA Bioenergy Group's final event in S?o Paulo combined with the BBEST conference. Task 37 seized the opportunity, invited by our Brazilian colleagues ( CiBiogas and Itaipu), to hold our meeting in Foz do Igua?u, in southern Brazil. We kicked off the gathering with a remarkable field trip to Frimesa, one of Brazil’s largest food processors. In their pursuit of greater sustainability and decarbonization, they’ve implemented a biogas plant to treat production residues, try poduce energy and to close nutrient cycles - an inspiring example of the innovative potential of biogas technology in industrial processes. The biogas journey at Frimesa has only just begun. Looking ahead, further investments are planned. The exchange with Task 37 serves as a valuable opportunity for knowledge transfer, helping Frimesa explore and implement best practices in biogas utilization. Our second site visit led us to CIBiogas at ITAIPU Binacional! Nestled at the spectacular Itaipu Dam, this bioenergy research and production site is truly uniquie. ?There, thy produce compressed biogas for vehicles and a bus and host a research facility for Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) from Biogas. We were impressed by the well-equipped laboratory where experts conduct batch and continuous trials tailored to Brazilian needs. It's inspiring to witness the passionate work of the CI Biogas team. We're thrilled to have such a dedicated partner supporting TASK 37 (Felipe S. Marques, Thiago Edwiges, Airton Kunz, Marcelo Alves de Sousa). You can access and download the comprehensive results of our work from the Task 37 website. Stay tuned for the latest updates! #sustainability #biogas #decarbonization #IEABioenergy #Task37 #renewableenergy #Brazil #BioenergyInnovation FRIMESA Itaipu Binacional CIBiogás - Institui??o de Ciência, Tecnologia e Inova??o - Biogás e outras Energias Renováveis

???? Missed the Task 39 (Biofuels to Decarbonize Transport) webinar on "Scaling up advanced biofuels production"? ?? Don't worry! You can now watch the full video recording and download the presentation here: ?? https://lnkd.in/dEAWQmxB

Dealing with Land Use Change (LUC) emissions is one of the biggest challenges for any bioenergy program, shaping the core of policy decisions. Indirect Land Use Change (ILUC) emissions, in particular, are nearly impossible to measure directly, and there is no agreed-upon method to assign quantitative ILUC values. Programmes using #ILUC as fixed estimates have faced criticism for relying on models that often lack precision, consistency, and are highly dependent on assumptions. An alternative approach is to develop risk-based strategies, like Brazil’s RenovaBio policy, which aims to reduce indirect emissions without fixed ILUC estimates. The recent study under IEA Bioenergy Task 45 (Climate and Sustainability Effects of Bioenergy Within the Broader Bioeconomy) analyzed how RenovaBio tackles this issue with a "conversion-free" rule that prohibits biofuel production on native vegetation cleared after 2018. By using the Brazilian Land Use Model (BLUM) combined with carbon stock data, researchers compared scenarios up to 2030. The results indicate that RenovaBio’s approach could lead to significantly lower emissions—up to 428 Mt CO2e—by limiting expansion into native areas. These reductions are particularly notable in the Cerrado and Amazon regions. This study underscores the potential of risk-based criteria to reduce emissions effectively, while highlighting the importance of policies that protect natural landscapes. Read more ?? https://lnkd.in/dHiTm772

? HAPPENING TOMORROW ?? Free #IEABioenergy Webinar "Scaling up advanced biofuels production". This Task 39 (Biofuels to Decarbonize Transport) webinar gives an overview on the status of demonstration plants and commercialization progress of advanced biofuels, introduces the BioTheRoS EU Project and highlights two thermochemical conversion routes for the production of hashtag #SAF or maritime fuels. Don't miss it?? https://lnkd.in/dV3Ji_nh

Mixed plastic waste is a challenging waste stream to handle due to its heterogeneous composition and it usually ends up being incinerated or landfilled contributing to environmental challenges such as carbon dioxin emissions and leachate. Task 36 (Material and Energy Valorisation of Waste in a Circular Economy)?organises a webinar to present different pathways for the sustainable valorization of mixed plastics waste: mechanical sorting, thermal processes and chemical recycling that allow material recovery or transformation into high-value products. Register ?? https://lnkd.in/dueTUBK5

Our work on Biofuels Lessons Learned conducted under #IEABioenergy Task 45 published at GCBB has received more than a thousand views. As a member of IEA Bioenergy Task 45 and the Editorial Board of GCBB Bioenergy I am glad of this achievement. The article has been published in Open Access: https://lnkd.in/dWbcdptS #ViewsMilestone