3. generation CHP biomass gasification

The purpose of the project is to develop a concept based on gasification of biomass, taking advantage of

the combustion engines high efficiency and the reliability and robustness of the updraft gasifier. This is

achived by optimising the gas cleaning and the operation parameters for the engine, thereby adapting to

the operation of the gasifier.

The purpose of the project was to develop a concept based on gasification of biomass, taking advantage of the combustion engines high efficiency and the reliability and robustness of the updraft gasifier. This was achived by optimising the gas cleaning and the operation parameters for the engine, thereby adapting to the operation of the gasifier.
Project description

The project aims to develop cogeneration based on biomass gasification in an updraft gasifier. The current

status for plants based on updraft gasifiers can deliver an electrical efficiency of approx. 25%, but there are

significant challenges and additional costs associated with the treatment of wastewater from the gas

cleaning process.

The project aims to optimize the interaction between the gasification plant and the combustion engine,

thereby minimizing construction costs of the wastewater treatment facility and minimizing the handling of

residues.

The gasification plant is based on internal development work performed in the partnership of 1rgi and

Gasification DK and a complete measuring program supported by the Environment Agency's development

program, as well as the know-how gathered in partnership 1rgi and Gasification DK.

Regarding the combustion engine, the project is rooted in Frichs, who has many yers experioence in the

construction and installation of combustion engines and CHP-plants, and also has an engine type that is

suited for the planned modifications and operation.

The work performed in the project will pave the way for a demonstration plant based on the

development and knowledge gathered during this project phase.

Results

The project aims to develop cogeneration based on biomass gasification in an up-draft gasifier. The current status for plants based on updraft gasifiers can deliver an electrical efficiency of approx. 25%, but there are significant challenges and addi-tional costs associated with the treatment of wastewater from the gas cleaning pro-cess. By optimizing the interaction between the gasification plant and the combus-tion engine, and thereby minimizing construction costs of the wastewater treatment facility, CAPEX will be reduced.

The project demonstrated the methods necessary, both in terms of reducing the need for waste water treatment and the use of the tar residue from the gas clean-ing as an engine fuel.

Key figures

Period:
2012 - 2014
Funding year:
2012
Own financial contribution:
1.90 mio. DKK
Grant:
2.96 mio. DKK
Funding rate:
61 %
Project budget:
4.86 mio. DKK

Category

Oprindelig title
3. generation CHP biomasseforgasning
Programme
EUDP
Technology
Bio and waste
Project type
Udvikling
Case no.
64012-0251

Dokumenter

Participants

1rgi v/Thomas Ritz Nissen (Main Responsible)
Partners and economy
Partner Subsidy Auto financing
1rgi v/Thomas Ritz Nissen 1,02 mio. DKK 0,70 mio. DKK
Gasification Denmark v/Claus Geest 0,59 mio. DKK 0,39 mio. DKK
FRICHS A/S 0,79 mio. DKK 0,53 mio. DKK
CHIMNEYLAB EUROPE ApS 0,40 mio. DKK 0,22 mio. DKK
Danmarks Tekniske Universitet (DTU) 0,26 mio. DKK 0,05 mio. DKK

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