WOOD PELLET

Wood pellets are a type of biomass fuel made from compressed sawdust, wood shavings, or other wood residues. They’re used primarily for heating in pellet stoves, boilers, or power plants, and are considered a renewable energy source due to their low carbon footprint compared to fossil fuels. Here’s a quick breakdown based on current info:

• Production: Made by drying and compressing wood waste under high pressure, forming small, dense cylinders (6-8mm diameter, 10-30mm long). No additives are typically needed, as lignin in the wood acts as a natural binder.
• Uses: Mainly for residential heating (pellet stoves), industrial energy production, or co-firing in coal plants to reduce emissions.
• Benefits: High energy density (around 4.8 kWh/kg), low moisture content (under 10%), and consistent burn. They’re eco-friendly when sourced sustainably, reducing reliance on fossil fuels.