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Biomass Carbon Estimator

Compare the lifecycle emissions of biomass supply chains against standard fossil fuel benchmarks.

CO2e Savings Estimator

Compare biomass supply chain emissions vs. fossil fuels

10 MWh
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This model assumes standard supply chain emissions for pellets (processing & transport). Actual values range significantly based on sourcing distance.

Projected Annual Emissions

Current (naturalGas)4,000 kg CO2e
Biomass Transition500 kg CO2e
Net Avoided Emissions
3,500 kg CO2e/yr

Equivalent to planting 175 trees annually.

Methodology Note: This calculator uses simplified emission factors for educational purposes. Combustion emissions for biomass are treated as biogenic (neutral) in this model, assuming sustainable forestry practices that re-sequester the carbon.

Supply chain emissions (process & transport) are factored in at ~50kg/MWh, but can vary widely (10-100+ kg/MWh) based on sourcing distance and pelletization efficiency.