Biomass uses wood and wood products to substitute for fossil fuels, and can enable homes to be heated from just one boiler. Wood is the most common type of biomass fuel, and three main types are used in biomass boilers.
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Biomass is made possible by the Sun, whose energy is absorbed by trees and plants through photosynthesis, and then released when organic matter burns or decomposes.
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Biomass is the range of organic materials that can be used to produce energy in a carbon neutral way.
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Biomass is likely the oldest renewable energy source. Two byproducts, such as biochar and wood vinegar, can be very helpful to the environment.
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Biomass energy is easy to obtain and convenient.
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