How are biomass plants sustainable?

Second interpretation: Why is a biomass energy considered sustainable? Sustainable energy is defined as energy that it meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. A biomass plant does that. It take waste and creates energy. read more

To many people, the most familiar forms of renewable energy are the wind and the sun. But biomass (plant material and animal waste) is the oldest source of renewable energy, used since our ancestors learned the secret of fire. Note: This page addresses biopower—using biomass to generate electricity. read more

ECN does research in the field of solar power, wind energy, biomass, waste, energy efficiency, the environment and sustainable energy systems. In addition to this, ECN advises on policy and strategic matters as an independent party. read more

Wood is still the largest biomass energy resource today, but other sources of biomass can also be used. These include food crops, grassy and woody plants, residues from agriculture or forestry, oil-rich algae, and the organic component of municipal and industrial wastes. read more