Biomass Gasifier Electrification Projects: Case Study of Nepal (original) (raw)
Majority of total energy consumption in Nepal is provided by biomass. It is mainly used in combustion processes for cooking and space heating. One of the efficient ways of using biomass is through gasification technology. Gasification for thermal purposes has been successfully implemented in several process industries in Terai region of Nepal whereas electrification through gasification is at initial stage. There has been some efforts in research and development of gasification system at Kathmandu University since 2010 in addition to the installation of gasifier for rural electrification purpose in Madhubangoth, Sarlahi of 11 kW implemented by AEPC/RERL in 2011. In Nepal, all of the installation use either woody biomass or rice husk as feedstock. This paper summarizes the technical aspects and supply chain management issues of wood as well as husk based gasifier power operating in Nepal. It also identifies appropriate gasification technology for a rural site depending upon types of ...
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