Biomass cookstoves: A review of technical aspects and recent advances

Yunusa, Suleiman; Mensah, Ebenezer; Preko, K.; Narra, Satyanarayana; Saleh, Aminu; Sanfo, Safiétou; Isiaka, M.; Dalha, Ibrahim B.; Abdulsalam, M.

doi:10.1016/j.nexus.2023.100225

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“…In this vein, studies including [11,12] have developed improved biomass cookstoves to reduce fuel use and gaseous emission. This has been proven as an effective approach to reduce the use of fuelwood and charcoal, with the potential of improved performance if the cookstoves are powered by pellets made from non-woody biomass [13]. Despite the numerous advances, charcoal, and fuelwood production and use keep exacerbating.…”

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Physical and Thermochemical Properties of Selected Wood Species in Nigeria: A Fuel Suitability and Pelleting Potential Assessment

Yunusa,

Narra,

Mensah

et al. 2024

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Scientific studies on the impact of wood species on solid fuel production, performance, and sustainability are grossly inadequate. The knowledge of this is imperative as users of solid fuels are increasing rapidly, especially in Africa. On this note, it becomes necessary to explore measures that will improve its efficiency and sustainability as an energy source. This study investigates some properties of selected wood species used as an energy source in Nigeria and their pelleting potential. Nine (9) samples were characterized and assessed for suitability of pelleting following four wood pellet quality standards. The findings revealed Anogeissus leiocarpus as the species with the best rating score in terms of fuel properties while Vitellaria paradoxa as the lowest. However, in terms of conformity with the four wood pellets standards, Khaya senegalensis, Parkia biglobosa and Anogeissus leiocarpus having presented density, calorific value, sulfur, arsenic, cadmium, and lead within the limits of the wood pellet quality standards were considered the best wood species in terms of fuel suitability and pelleting potential. The findings therefore suggest that not all wood species are suitable as fuel. Thus, for species that do not meet the standard wood pellet requirements, alternatives such as the use of biomass blends, additives, or process adjustments can be employed to adapt the quality to the standards or by using the fuels in improved cookstoves.

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confidence: 99%