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FAIR-CT97-3409
PyNe - A Pyrolysis Network |
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Type of Project | Concerted Action |
| Contract No | FAIR-CT97-3409 | |
| Total Cost | 272,670 ECU | |
| EC Contribution | 272,670 ECU | |
| Start Date | 01/06/98 | |
| Duration | 36 Months |
This Network resulted in publication of: Fast Pyrolysis of Biomass: A Handbook - Volume 2
PyNe - a pyrolysis network
Background
Fast pyrolysis of biomass is a very interesting thermal conversion route that can be used to upgrade solid biomass, such as energy crops and waste, into added value fuel and chemical products. To convert biomass to liquid is favourable because the liquid can be stored and easily transported. Today many companies and R&D organisations are engaged in development work for pyrolysis.
This concerted action for fast pyrolysiswas active for three years and continued until 2001. It has subsequently been integrated with the IEA Bioenergy Pyrolysis Task 34 and also receives support from DG TREN of the European Commission through the Altener Programme as PyNe is also part of the ThermalNet network.
Pyrolysis is unique in that there is considerable flexibility in the range of products derived - from 80% yield of liquid to 100 % yield of gas or 35% yield of charcoal.
Objectives
The objectives of this Concerted Action are to
Technical Approach
Initially this Network promoted and aided the development of fast pyrolysis of biomass and wastes through dissemination of information on the technology and applications. Further development and expansion of the concerted action will focus on activities that will address industrial concerns over implementation of fast pyrolysis and applications for the liquid products.
Pro-actively the project will encourage the resolution of problems by collaborative activities.
From a European perspective, a dedicated and focused international group who have the knowledge and expertise to provide strategic inputs to European policies is a considerable asset. This has already been usefully employed in resolving strategic problems within the European Community. The PyNe Network has become established as the leading centre for information on fast pyrolysis of biomass and wastes through publication of a newsletter with a circulation of over 2500 with a world wide distribution. Many other activities and deliverables have resulted from this activity, including meetings, seminars, visits, conferences, scientist exchanges and reports. These have served to greatly improve the knowledge base and expertise of the participants.
Fast pyrolysis of biomass is an interesting thermal conversion route that may be used to upgrade solid biomass. Advanced processes have been studied in detail since the late 1970s and the technology has rapidly developed to be commercial as indicated by its inclusion in the UK Non Fossil Fuel Obligation Round 4. A further advantage is the potential for recovering chemical specialities, polymers and commodities from the liquid product which have the economic attraction of being higher value products.
Results
Contacts
Coordinator
IEA Bioenergy Participant
Participant
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