A REVIEW OF BIOMASS ENERGY: INDIAN SCENARIO

Shaikh Mohammed Shoeb, Shaikh Shoeb, Mohammad Munwaroddin, Syed Sibghatullah Quadri

Abstract: This paper contains detailed discussion about biomass energy sources such as, bagasse, municipal solid waste, agricultural waste etc. The sources of biomass is described in along with the classifications. The types of biogas power plant their construction and working. The generation of electricity by biogas is mentioned. The advantages of biomass energy is mentioned in this paper. The suggestions for energy policy for biomass energy is given. The detailed analysis of biomass cost compared to other types of the sources. The statewide potential, installed capacity of biogas capacity is described in this paper. The components of biomass available in India is explained in this paper. The other benefits of biogas is also mentioned. The Indian scenario of biomass energy source is described. Also future scope of biomass energy is discussed.

Keywords: Biomass, Biogas, Bagasse, MSW, Fermentation, anaerobic, digester, Electricity, energy, Energy policy

DOI: https://doi.org/10.15623/ijret.2017.0609006