Large-scale bioenergy production from soybeans and switchgrass in Argentina

Dam, J. van; Faaij, André; Hilbert, Jorge Antonio; Petruzzi, H. J.; Turkenburg, Wim

doi:10.1016/j.rser.2009.03.009

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“…[56][57][58][59] Among dedicated energy crops, perennial grasses and short rotation coppice have been extensively investigated. Both perennial grasses, miscanthus [60][61][62][63][64][65][66][67][68][69][70][71][72][73][74][75][76][77][78] and switchgrass 9,30,57,61,66,67,[79][80][81][82][83][84][85][86][87][88][89][90][91][92] have been studied and compared at the farming, processing or conversion level. Woody biomass such as short rotation willow has also been widely investigated for temperate climates.…”

Section: Biomass Production Energy Costmentioning

confidence: 99%

Can BECCS deliver sustainable and resource efficient negative emissions?

Fajardy

Dowell

2017

Energy Environ. Sci.

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Negative emissions technologies (NETs) in general and Bioenergy with CO2 Capture and Storage (BECCS) in particular are commonly regarded as vital yet controversial to meeting our climate goals. In this contribution we present a whole-systems analysis of the BECCS value chain associated with the cultivation, harvesting, transport and conversion in dedicated biomass power stations in conjunction with CCS, of a range of biomass resources – both dedicated energy crops (miscanthus, switchgrass, short rotation coppice willow), and agricultural residues (wheat straw). We explicitly consider the implications of sourcing the biomass from different regions, climates and land types. The water, carbon and energy footprints of each value chain were calculated, and their impact on the overall system water, carbon and power efficiencies were evaluated. An extensive literature review was performed and a statistical analysis of the available data is presented. In order to describe the dynamic greenhouse gas balance of such as system, a yearly accounting of the emissions was performed over the lifetime of a BECCS facility, and the carbon "breakeven time" and lifetime net CO2 removal from the atmosphere were determined. The effects of direct and indirect land use change were included, and were found to be a key determinant of the viability of a BECCS project. Overall we conclude that, depending on the conditions of its deployment, BECCS could lead to both carbon positive and negative results. The total quantity of CO2 removed from the atmosphere over the project lifetime and the carbon breakeven time were observed to be highly case specific. This has profound implications for the policy frameworks required to incentivise and regulate the widespread deployment of BECCS technology. The results of a sensitivity analysis on the model combined with the investigation of alternate supply chain scenarios elucidated key levers to improve the sustainability of BECCS: 1) measuring and limiting the impacts of direct and indirect land use change, 2) using carbon neutral power and organic fertilizer, 3) minimising biomass transport, and prioritising sea over road transport, 4) maximising the use of carbon negative fuels, and, 5) exploiting alternative biomass processing options, e.g., natural drying or torrefaction. A key conclusion is that, regardless of the biomass and region studied, the sustainability of BECCS relies heavily on intelligent management of the supply chain

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Section: Biomass Production Energy Costmentioning

confidence: 99%

Can BECCS deliver sustainable and resource efficient negative emissions?

Fajardy

Dowell

2017

Energy Environ. Sci.

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“…In addition, this seeks protection of the collective rights of indigenous peoples and local communities within the national territory. In this context, in Colombia, the relationship with communities is divided into 1) indigenous groups and ethnic groups in general 6 and 2) non-ethnic local groups or communities 7 [33,42].…”

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“…Technical assistance is another example of the benefits received of the group's joint work (at no additional cost) to increase crop yield through implementing good agricultural practices [49]. In a case study carried out in small farmers crops, where the study 6 Indigenous groups and ethnic groups in general: the relationship is governed by ILO Convention 169, which was ratified by law 21 of 1991 through the figure called "prior consultation". To comply, the law requires the implementation of a series of steps that include ensuring the free, prior and informed consent of the indigenous communities and ethnic groups involved.…”

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“…On the other hand, it is understandable that the certified companies expect to receive an economic benefit when marketing sustainable biomass or sustainable biobased products. In recent years, sustainability criteria and indicators for https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2018.08.001 Received 2 March 2018; Received in revised form 1 August 2018; Accepted 3 August 2018 biomass products have been developed and implemented by the European Commission (EC) and also by some private organizations such as Global Bioenergy Partnership (GBEP), International Organization for Standardization (ISO), and others [6][7][8][9].…”

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A review of key international biomass and bioenergy sustainability frameworks and certification systems and their application and implications in Colombia

Ramirez-Contreras

Faaij

2018

Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews

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“…Bioenergy is one of the primary sources of the renewable energy industry, according to earlier researches (Dam et al, 2009;Khishtandar et al, 2016;Meyer et al, 2013;Mehrara et al, 2015;Nybakk & Lunnan, 2013;Raitano et al, 2017;Tye et al, 2011). Moreover, Chang et al (2003) and Hu and Wang (2005) reviewed the consumption level of biomass energy in China over the past three decades.…”

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Determinants of Bioenergy Consumption in the European Continental Countries: Evidence from GMM Estimation

Alsaleh¹,

Abdul‐Rahim²

2021

JSSH

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This study contributes to the existing literature by examining bioenergy consumption and related factors in continental European countries (ECC). This study extends the current research through its focus on the ECC, which mainly consists of nationwide studies. This study analyses the determinants of bioenergy consumption in the ECC from 2005-2013, estimates its economic variables and evaluates the influence of each variable on bioenergy consumption and related significance level. A generalised method of moments estimator (GMM) was designed for ECC. The estimated models show that bioenergy capital input (CI) positively impacts bioenergy consumption. The most influential factor on use was the price of bioenergy (PR) followed by investment (INV), then gross domestic product (GDP). These results should be considered and used as a tool to develop legislation and policies that could benefit the bioenergy sector in ECC. The evidence shows that CI, INV, and PR have been the primary keys in improving bioenergy consumption in recent years in ECC countries. Thus, they have advanced the efficiency of bioenergy consumption.

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Large-scale bioenergy production from soybeans and switchgrass in Argentina

Cited by 49 publications

References 11 publications

Can BECCS deliver sustainable and resource efficient negative emissions?

Can BECCS deliver sustainable and resource efficient negative emissions?

A review of key international biomass and bioenergy sustainability frameworks and certification systems and their application and implications in Colombia

Determinants of Bioenergy Consumption in the European Continental Countries: Evidence from GMM Estimation

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