Gasification of Biomass and Waste

Book chapter, 2010

Gasification increases the opportunities of using biomass and waste as an energy source because the fuel is converted into a fuel gas suitable for various applications. The variety of methods for gasification of solid biofuels is described, illustrating the main types of gasifier and technology used to generate fuel gas for various applications. The difference between gasification of biofuels and coal is emphasized, underlining the impact of the fuels on the design and operation of the gasifier. Gas cleaning options are treated on the basis of gasification technology and end-gas application. The commercial status of biomass and waste gasification is discussed, outlining the areas where R&D efforts are currently focused.