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DBFZ experts see no advantages for converting coal-fired power plants to biomass
In the position paper "Conversion of coal-fired power plants to biomass", the possible use of biomass in coal-fired power plants is examined with regard to the benefits for the energy industry, the availability of suitable biomass potential and sustainability impacts.
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DBFZ and ATNA Industrial Solutions GmbH have started their cooperation
Based on a cooperation agreement between DBFZ and the briquetting plant manufacturer ATNA Industrial Solutions GmbH, representatives of both institutions as well as investors met at DBFZ on May 6, 2021. The aim of the planned cooperation is the establishment of a scientific cluster.
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DBFZ presents expanded online database on biogenic raw materials
Systematically prepared and easily accessible research data can provide an essential basis for decision-making for a wide range of stakeholders from politics, science and industry. The resource database developed by the DBFZ has been extensively expanded and is now also available in two languages (DE/EN) with a variety of new functionalities.
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Knowledge and Technology Transfer
Despite a rapidly growing rate of photovoltaic and wind turbines within the global total primary energy supply, biomass remains the most important renewable energy source in the world, according to the IEA. However, the potential is limited...
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DBFZ @ IEA Bioenergy
The IEA Bioenergy is an organisation founded in 1978 by the International Energy Agency with the aim of improving international cooperation and the exchange of information on bioenergy research. The DBFZ is currently represented with several scientists in five tasks.
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Special Issue "Recent Advances in Hydrothermal Carbonization"
The special Issue will focus on recent developments, driven by both fundamental research and applied technology. Researchers are invited to submit manuscripts!
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Project ideas wanted
Until 1 September 2021, 2pm new project ideas on the subject of bioenergy can be submitted within the framework of the 7th Energy Research Programme. Please note the new topics such as energetic sewage sludge utilisation, biofuels, biogenic hydrogen production, etc...
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