Is biomass considered a renewable energy resource?
• Yes. The Department of Energy defines biomass as a substantial renewable resource that can be used as a fuel to generate energy. In addition, the U.S. Green Building Council recognizes wood as a renewable fuel source in its newest version of the LEED rating system. Seattle Steam is using clean urban waste wood in its biomass boiler. This is woody yard waste, broken wood pallets, clean construction demolition wood, shredded wood from real estate development land clearing, wood waste from sawmills and other clean wood debris. It provides a cost-effective alternative to natural gas and oil.
