Reduction of the carbon footprint in the biomass pelletization process by incorporating photovoltaic solar energy
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https://doi.org/10.33414/rtyc.56.1-21.2026Keywords:
bioenergy, biomass energy, pellet production, energy quantification, photovoltaic solar energyAbstract
This study analyzes the environmental impact of installing a photovoltaic solar system in a company that produces sorghum stubble pellets. The goal is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions associated with the production process. The implementation of 100 solar panels of 160 W each to cover parking spaces is analyzed. The results show that this measure could reduce CO₂ equivalent emissions associated with electricity consumption by 51 %, without including the transport biomass to the company. Beyond transportation logistics, the integration of renewable energy significantly reduces conventional electricity consumption, helping to mitigate the environmental impact of the production process. Therefore, integrating photovoltaic energy would be an effective strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from this pellet production process. Promoting the production of these pellets is of importance for this region, where dry biomass is widely available but has a limited use.
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