A Conceptual Model for Biomass Supply Chain Sustainability

2020 ◽  
pp. 453-472
Author(s):  
Konstantinos Petridis ◽  
Evangelos Grigoroudis ◽  
Garyfallos Arabatzis
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Conceptual Model ◽  
Renewable Energy Sources ◽  
Energy Crops ◽  
Energy Sources ◽  
Optimal Management ◽  
Forest Production ◽  
Biomass Supply ◽  
Renewable Energy Production

One of the key elements of future energy generation is the switch to non-depletable resources, widely known as renewable energy sources (RES). There are many types of RES, however, but the focus of this article is on biomass products, which mainly consists of forest production (wood) and energy crops. One of the main problems of using biomass products for renewable energy production is the fact that several constraints should be imposed for both the management of forests and land. There are different aspects of optimal management of biomass products that guarantees the sustainability of the ecological systems. In this article, an analysis of the management for forest and agricultural products from energy crops is presented, demonstrating latest trends in biomass products as primal resource for renewable energy. Finally, a conceptual model for a biomass supply chain is proposed and discussed.

A Conceptual Model for Biomass Supply Chain Sustainability

2018 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 37-53 ◽  
Author(s):  
Konstantinos Petridis ◽  
Evangelos Grigoroudis ◽  
Garyfallos Arabatzis
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Conceptual Model ◽  
Energy Production ◽  
Renewable Energy Sources ◽  
Ecological Systems ◽  
Energy Crops ◽  
Agricultural Products ◽  
Optimal Management ◽  
Biomass Supply

One of the key elements of future energy generation is the switch to non-depletable resources, widely known as renewable energy sources (RES). There are many types of RES, however, but the focus of this article is on biomass products, which mainly consists of forest production (wood) and energy crops. One of the main problems of using biomass products for renewable energy production is the fact that several constraints should be imposed for both the management of forests and land. There are different aspects of optimal management of biomass products that guarantees the sustainability of the ecological systems. In this article, an analysis of the management for forest and agricultural products from energy crops is presented, demonstrating latest trends in biomass products as primal resource for renewable energy. Finally, a conceptual model for a biomass supply chain is proposed and discussed.

scholarly journals Special Issue on Cutting-Edge Technologies for Renewable Energy Production and Storage

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (3) ◽  
pp. 837
Author(s):  
Matteo Prussi
Keyword(s):  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Greenhouse Gas Emissions ◽  
Greenhouse Gas ◽  
Energy Production ◽  
Renewable Energy Sources ◽  
Energy Sources ◽  
Special Issue ◽  
Gas Emissions ◽  
Renewable Energy Production ◽  
And Storage

Anthropogenic greenhouse gas emissions are dramatically influencing the environment, and research is strongly committed in proposing alternatives, mainly based on renewable energy sources [...]

scholarly journals Application of Smart Grid and Edge Computing Technologies to Improve The Operational Efficiency of The Supply Chain and Logistics Processes

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 89-96
Author(s):  
Suresh Nanda Kumar
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Smart Grid ◽  
Rapid Growth ◽  
Energy Demand ◽  
Renewable Energy Sources ◽  
Operational Efficiency ◽  
Energy Sources ◽  
Rapid Pace ◽  
Surplus Power

Energy demand is growing at a very rapid pace worldwide. Conventional energy sources are being replaced steadily by non-conventional sources such as renewable energy sources like wind, solar, geothermal, hydroelectric etc. This rapid growth in demand for energy compounded by the depletion of conventional, non-renewable energy sources in recent years has brought about a transformation in the energy sector. Households, manufacturers and other consumers of energy can now both produce and consume energy. The flow of energy is bidirectional. They can also either store the surplus power for future use or send it to the grid for sharing with other users of energy. As a result of this transformation, the smart grid came into existence where the producers and the consumers of energy can be the same person and contribute to the supply of energy to the grid.

scholarly journals IMPACT OF MODAL CHOICE IN ENERGY CONSUMPTION AND CARBON DIOXIDE EMISSIONS: ANALYSIS OF BRAZILIAN BIOETHANOL SUPPLY CHAIN

2016 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 138 ◽  
Author(s):  
Juliana Monteiro Lopes ◽  
Ilton Curty Leal Junior ◽  
Vanessa De Almeida Guimarães
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Life Cycle ◽  
Energy Consumption ◽  
Carbon Dioxide Emissions ◽  
Energy Use ◽  
Renewable Energy Sources ◽  
Energy Sources ◽  
Total Energy Consumption ◽  
South Central

Currently, concerns with sustainable development lead organizations to improve their production processes in order to reduce greenhouse gases emission and energy consumption. Since the bioethanol supply chain is a CO2 emitter and depends on several energy sources, it becomes important to analyze how to improve this chain regarding environmental issues. Thus, this paper presents a comparative study of scenarios with bioethanol supply chain configurations which use different modal alternatives and renewable energy in all its mid-stages. The analysis was based on LCA (life cycle analysis) concepts and in a partial application of LCI (life cycle inventory), so that we can identify which of these scenarios is most appropriate in terms of lower total energy consumption, greater share of renewable energy use and lower CO2 emissions. Based on concepts found in the bibliographic research, the methodology used and the data collected from documental research, this paper analyzes the supply chain that begins with sugarcane plantation and bioethanol production in the south central region of Brazil with destination to export. Based on the results, we concluded that it is possible to improve the performance of the supply chain in environmental terms with a combination of renewable energy sources and modes of transport that are more suitable to the product studied.

scholarly journals Bio-Fuel in Lithuania’s Energetics: Geographical Analysis of Energy Crops and Forest Products

2016 ◽  
Vol 4 ◽  
pp. 33-46
Author(s):  
Vaidas Bondzinskas ◽  
Jurgita Mačiulytė
Keyword(s):  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Thermal Energy ◽  
Renewable Energy Sources ◽  
Forest Products ◽  
Energy Crops ◽  
Energy Sources ◽  
The European Union ◽  
Heating Systems ◽  
Short Rotation ◽  
Rotation Energy

Bio-fuel, used for production of thermal energy, is one of the most important renewable energy sources in Lithuania. The use of this energy source is determined by Lithuania‘s commitments to the European Union and the energetic policy carried out by the state, which encourages the use and replenishment of renewable energy sources. The article consists of three parts, which analyze the teritorial distribution of potential biofuel resources, i.e. short-rotation energy crops, realized forest products in Lithuania‘s forestry enterprises, and use of bio-fuel for production of thermal energy for Lithuania‘s centralized heating systems in 2012.

scholarly journals Fast-Growing Energy Crops Grown In Conditions Of Slovakia In The Context Of The EU Energy Policy

2015 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-5
Author(s):  
Zuzana Jureková ◽  
Marián Kotrla ◽  
Martin Prčík ◽  
Martin Hauptvogl ◽  
Žaneta Pauková
Keyword(s):  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Biomass Production ◽  
Slovak Republic ◽  
Renewable Energy Sources ◽  
Energy Crops ◽  
Energy Sources ◽  
Miscanthus Sinensis ◽  
Low Carbon ◽  
Ecological Conditions ◽  
The Eu

Abstract The energy-efficient low-carbon EU economy (known as the 20-20-20) sets fundamental objectives in reducing greenhouse gas emissions (20%), increasing the share of renewable energy sources (20%) and saving primary energy consumption (20%). The objectives are incorporated in the National Renewable Energy Action Plans (NREAPs). Slovakia has to increase the share of renewable energy sources (RES) by 14% in its energy mix by 2020. Currently, the most widely used RES are water and solar energy, biomass and biogas. Our country has suitable ecological conditions for growing the so called energy crops in lowland and upland areas. So far, however, there is a lack of science-based information on the potential production of biomass in different soil-ecological and climatic conditions of the Slovak Republic. Our experimental research is focused on quantification of biomass production of various willow (genus Salix), poplar (genus Populus) and silvergrass (Miscanthus sinensis) varieties grown in ecological conditions of southern Slovakia. We evaluated the biomass production of the studied crops. The results were evaluated in terms of the EU call (2013): to obtain more energy while reducing inputs and negative environmental impacts.

Optimal management of renewable energy sources by virtual power plant

2017 ◽  
Vol 114 ◽  
pp. 1180-1188 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammad Javad Kasaei ◽  
Majid Gandomkar ◽  
Javad Nikoukar
Keyword(s):  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Power Plant ◽  
Renewable Energy Sources ◽  
Energy Sources ◽  
Optimal Management ◽  
Virtual Power ◽  
Virtual Power Plant

scholarly journals The Result of Residential Segment of Renewable Energy Production in Hungary

2018 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 139-142
Author(s):  
Balázs Kulcsár
Keyword(s):  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Energy Dependence ◽  
Energy Security ◽  
Energy Cost ◽  
Energy Production ◽  
Power Plants ◽  
Renewable Energy Sources ◽  
Energy Sources ◽  
Electricity Supply ◽  
Renewable Energy Production

Abstract The proportion of renewable energy sources must be increased to reduce the energy dependence and energy cost of municipalities, to increase energy security and to consider aspects of the environment. The purpose of this research is to determine how and to what extent small-size household power plants (SSHPP) – which belong to the category of smallest-scale power plants –can contribute to providing the electricity supply with regard to all the Hungarian settlements.

scholarly journals THE IMPACT OF ALTERNATIVE AND RENEWABLE ENERGY ON GLOBAL CLIMATE CHANGE

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (2(71)) ◽  
pp. 18-25
Author(s):  
Joshgun Mammadov
Keyword(s):  
Renewable Energy ◽  
Energy Production ◽  
Carbon Tax ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
Global Climate ◽  
Renewable Energy Sources ◽  
Energy Sources ◽  
Renewable Energy Production ◽  
The Impact

The article focuses on the negative impact of traditional energy sources and the analysis of its complications on the environment. It has been suggested to use widespread of non-traditional, alternative and renewable energy sources in order to eliminate dependencies on these sources. The article also examines the role of tax policy in the international area towards increasing alternative and renewable energy production and explores implemented measures. As a result, the importance of employment of Carbon tax which is of particular importance in the development of alternative and renewable energy production has been emphasized.

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