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Comprehensive Assessment of Agricultural Biomass Pellet Production: Market Opportunities in India with a Focus on Uttar Pradesh

Comprehensive Assessment of Agricultural Biomass Pellet Production: Market Opportunities in India with a Focus on Uttar Pradesh
	© 2024 by IJETT Journal
	Volume-72 Issue-10
	Year of Publication : 2024
	Author : Sunil Dhingra, V.K. Sharma, Dharam Buddhi, Digvijay Singh, Siddharth Swami
	DOI : 10.14445/22315381/IJETT-V72I10P106

How to Cite?
Sunil Dhingra, V.K. Sharma, Dharam Buddhi, Digvijay Singh, Siddharth Swami, "Comprehensive Assessment of Agricultural Biomass Pellet Production: Market Opportunities in India with a Focus on Uttar Pradesh," International Journal of Engineering Trends and Technology, vol. 72, no. 10, pp. 55-63, 2024. Crossref, https://doi.org/10.14445/22315381/IJETT-V72I10P106

Abstract
The manufacturing of biomass pellets in India, especially in Uttar Pradesh, offers substantial market prospects. The country's annual biomass production of 667 million tons is a significant contributor to the nation's energy landscape. However, challenges such as low density and seasonal availability hinder its optimal utilization. The National Mission on biomass mandates a 5% blend of biomass pellets in coal-based thermal power stations, creating a significant market. Financial support schemes, benchmarking of pellet prices, and awareness programs further facilitate biomass adoption. The study assesses the potential for biomass in the districts of Uttar Pradesh and finds significant demand and availability for biomass. The study suggests decentralized pellet production, incorporating local businesses and addressing supply chain processes despite obstacles such as feedstock availability and pricing. A scalable, long-term solution requires creative policy approaches and district-specific initiatives. Production of biomass pellets is essential to India's economy, having net-zero carbon emissions by 2070.

Keywords
Pellet production, Market opportunities, Decentralized production, Renewable energy.

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