Forest Supply Chain for Bioenergy: An Approach for Biomass Study in the Framework of a Circular Bioeconomy
Author:
Manrique Silvina M.123ORCID, Subelza Carolina R.13, Toro María Antonia4, Quintero Bertel Quelbis R.5ORCID, Tauro Raúl J.67ORCID
Affiliation:
1. Instituto de Investigaciones en Energía No Convencional (INENCO, UNSa–CONICET), Universidad Nacional de Salta, Av. Bolivia 5150, Salta CP A4400FVY, Argentina 2. Departamento de Geología, Geografía y Medio Ambiente, Universidad de Alcalá, 28871 Madrid, Spain 3. Red Iberoamericana de Tecnologías de Biomasa y Bioenergía Rural (ReBiBiR-T), Programa Iberoamericano de Ciencia y Tecnología para el Desarrollo (CYTED), Amaniel 4, 28015 Madrid, Spain 4. Facultad de Ciencias Exactas, Consejo de Investigaciones de la Universidad Nacional de Salta (CIUNSa-UNSa), Av. Bolivia 5150, Salta CP A4400FVY, Argentina 5. Grupo de Investigación Bioindustrias, Departamento de Ingeniería Agrícola, Universidad de Sucre, Cra 28, 5-267, Barrio Puerta Roja, Sincelejo 700001, Colombia 6. Escuela Nacional de Estudios Superiores (ENES), Unidad Morelia, Laboratorio de Contaminación y Salud Ambiental, Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM), Antigua Carretera a Pátzcuaro 8701, Exhacienda de San José de la Huerta, Morelia 58190, Mexico 7. Programa Investigadores por México, Consejo Nacional de Ciencia y Tecnología (CONACYT), Av. Insurgentes Sur 1582, Col. Crédito Constructor, Alcaldía Benito Juárez 03940, Mexico
Abstract
To ensure the long-term viability of a circular bioeconomy based on native forests, it is crucial to enhance our understanding and overcome existing disparities in knowledge and application throughout the entire value chain of forest products. The objective of this article is to contribute towards this goal and facilitate the proper management of forest biomass. Firstly, a methodology is proposed for the study of biomass throughout the native forest value chain, identifying the main steps, criteria, and variables to consider. This approach is evaluated through a case study in Argentina, where over 2370 tons of biomass are wasted annually. A series of strategies for analyzing the most suitable uses and applications for this biomass are examined. Finally, some key approaches for the promotion of a circular and sustainable forest bioeconomy are identified. While it is true that there is still a long way to go before small rural economies can make a more efficient and comprehensive use of their resources (potentially including small biorefineries) with appropriate cascade use schemes, moving towards biomass energy use constitutes a practical and concrete alternative today. This proposal provides tools for accelerating this necessary ecological and energy transition.
Funder
Proyecto PUE-INENCO CYTED
Subject
Energy (miscellaneous),Energy Engineering and Power Technology,Renewable Energy, Sustainability and the Environment,Electrical and Electronic Engineering,Control and Optimization,Engineering (miscellaneous),Building and Construction
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