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How does biomass fueled power generation compare to fossil fuel forms of power generation?

April 26, 2017Biomass compare forms Fossil FUEL fueled generation power

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How does biomass fueled power generation compare to fossil fuel forms of power generation?

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Unlike fossil fuels, which would take millions of years to replace, biomass is a renewable and sustainable form of energy. In addition, biomass is a zero net carbon dioxide emission fuel source. Air emissions from carbon monoxide (CO), sulfur dioxide (SO2) and nitrogen oxide (NOx) from biomass plants are significantly lower compared to traditional fossil fuel plants, such as coal plants which are displaced by biomass plants.