Biomass pellets, with their characteristics of being renewable and having low carbon emissions, are gradually occupying an important position in the global energy structure. Currently, they have become a key fuel choice for many countries in alleviating energy crises and promoting green transformation. The following analysis is conducted from aspects such as application status, driving factors, typical cases, and future trends:
Global Application Status: From Regional Pilot Projects to Large-Scale Promotion
Europe: Mainstream Fuel Driven by Policies
Germany, Sweden: Utilizing biomass pellets for regional heating and power generation. Mainly replacing coal for centralized heating systems.
United Kingdom: Drax Power Plant (the world's largest biomass power plant) consumes approximately 7 million tons of wood pellets annually, replacing coal for power generation, reducing carbon dioxide emissions by over 80%.
Policy Support: The EU's "Renewable Energy Directive" requires that by 2030, the proportion of renewable energy reach 45%. Biomass pellets, due to their carbon neutrality attribute, have become a key promotion target.
North America: Dual-track Development for Industry and Civil Use
United States: In 2023, the biomass pellet production was approximately 28 million tons, with 60% exported to Europe, and the remaining portion used for commercial heating (such as schools, hospitals) and industrial boilers. Georgia and South Carolina are the main production bases.
Canada: Leveraging abundant forestry resources, pellet fuel is used to replace diesel for heating in remote areas. In 2024, British Columbia legislated that new residential buildings should prioritize using biomass heating systems.
Asia: Rapid Rise of Emerging Markets
Japan, South Korea: Due to high dependence on energy imports, they vigorously import palm shell pellets from Southeast Asia and wood pellets from North America for industrial heating and power generation. In 2024, biomass power generation in South Korea increased by 15% year-on-year.
China: Mainly used for rural clean heating (replacing coal) and biomass power plants.