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Developments in Thermochemical Biomass Conversion

Name: Developments in Thermochemical Biomass Conversion
Author: A. V. Bridgwater, A.V. Bridgewater, D.G.B. Boocock
ISBN: 9780751403503

by A. V. Bridgwater, A.V. Bridgewater, D.G.B. Boocock

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Overview

There have been many developments in the science and technology of thermochemical biomass conversions in recent years, especially as concern over the greenhouse and other environmental problems grow. Thermal processing provides an efficient, environmentally acceptable and potential cost effective method of providing liquid and gaseous fuels and electricity; and, in the longer term, speciality and commodity chemicals and transport fuels This book covers all aspects of thermochemical biomass conversion systems and is divided into five main areas covering pyrolysis, pretreatment, gasification, combustion and system studies. All contributions have been subject to a full peer review process. This is a topical and comprehensive resource on the majority of research, development, demonstration and commercial activities in thermal biomass conversion throughout the world.

Synopsis

There have been many developments in the science and technology of thermo chemical biomass conversion since the previous conference on Advances in Thermochemical Biomass Conversion in Interlaken, Switzerland, in 1992. This fourth conference again covers all aspects of thermal biomass conversion systems from fundamental research through applied research and development to demon stration and commercial applications to reflect the progress made in the last four years. All aspects of bioenergy systems are covered from pretreatment through to end-user applications with increased consideration paid to the environmental benefits and problems of implementing bio-energy systems. There was an excellent response with over 200 papers offered and over 180 delegates from 29 countries attending the conference. The programme was divided into five main areas covering pyrolysis, pretreatment, gasification, combustion and system studies and this division is reflected in the structure of these conference proceedings. Each main section was preceded by a state-of-the-art review to provide a focus for the ensuing presentations and an authoritative reference. All the papers included have been subject to a full peer review process. As with any international conference, an important aim was to exchange ideas and discuss problems with fellow researchers, as well as to hear about the latest research and development and applications. A workshop programme was included to encourage this interaction in areas of interest selected by participants. The resul tant workshop reports provide a summary of topical problems and opportunities.