Life Cycle of Miscanthus × Giganteus (Greef Et Deu) Grown in Southwestern Slovakia Conditions

Jureková, Zuzana; Kotrla, Marián; Pauková, Žaneta

doi:10.2478/aree-2013-0008

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“…The site is located in the cadastral area of Kolíňany approximately 13 km from Nitra (48°21'20"N, 18°12'23"E). The main soil type is gley fluvisol and the soils are moderately heavy [18].…”

Section: Biological Materialsmentioning

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Evaluation of the Biomass of <i>Arundo donax</i> L. in the Context of Regional Bioenergetics

Giertl¹,

Pauková²,

Hauptvogl³

et al. 2022

Pol. J. Environ. Stud.

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In Slovakia, maize silage is preferred as the input material for biogas production whereas it should be used primarily as feed for cattle. The purpose of this paper is to point out the possibilities of using the fast-growing giant reed Arundo donax L. that is not used as fodder and can be grown on low-quality agricultural land. The experimental stand of A. donax L. used in the study provided a yield of 60.8 t ha -1 of fresh biomass in the third year of cultivation. Part of the biomass produced was ensiled as maize and later the silage was co-fermented with cattle excrements and pig slurry. The resulting biogas can be used as fuel for internal combustion engines. The average content of CH 4 and CO 2 is 52% and 44%, respectively. These values are very similar to the composition of maize silage biogas. The average hydrogen sulphide content in the biogas from A. donax L. was 730 ppm. The disadvantage is that the biogas production is 46% lower compared to maize silage.

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Section: Biological Materialsmentioning

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Evaluation of the Biomass of <i>Arundo donax</i> L. in the Context of Regional Bioenergetics

Giertl¹,

Pauková²,

Hauptvogl³

et al. 2022

Pol. J. Environ. Stud.

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“…The stand of two Miscanthus genotypes: Miscanthus × giganteus GREEF et DEU and Miscanthus sinensis (Tatai), was established in 2010. The planting density and technology of cultivation is described in Jureková et al (2012Jureková et al ( , 2013. Dry above-ground phytomass of individual Miscanthus genotypes was harvested in each calendar year (2010-2013) in March.…”

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“…The research of energy crops took place in the field base in Kolíňany. The basic pedological data are provided by Jureková et al (2013) and Demo et al (2013a and2013b). Selected climate data are shown in Figure 1 and Figure 2.…”

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Fast-Growing Energy Crops Grown In Conditions Of Slovakia In The Context Of The EU Energy Policy

Jureková

Kotrla

Prčík

et al. 2015

Acta Regionalia Et Environmentalica

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The energy-efficient low-carbon EU economy (known as the 20-20-20) sets fundamental objectives in reducing greenhouse gas emissions (20%), increasing the share of renewable energy sources (20%) and saving primary energy consumption (20%). The objectives are incorporated in the National Renewable Energy Action Plans (NREAPs). Slovakia has to increase the share of renewable energy sources (RES) by 14% in its energy mix by 2020. Currently, the most widely used RES are water and solar energy, biomass and biogas. Our country has suitable ecological conditions for growing the so called energy crops in lowland and upland areas. So far, however, there is a lack of science-based information on the potential production of biomass in different soil-ecological and climatic conditions of the Slovak Republic. Our experimental research is focused on quantification of biomass production of various willow (genus Salix), poplar (genus Populus) and silvergrass (Miscanthus sinensis) varieties grown in ecological conditions of southern Slovakia. We evaluated the biomass production of the studied crops. The results were evaluated in terms of the EU call (2013): to obtain more energy while reducing inputs and negative environmental impacts.

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“…They are also seen as an important component of climate mitigation measures and one of the resources for displacing fossil fuels [35][36][37]. In addition to the growth characteristics and biomass production of the selected energy crops (Salix, Populus, Miscanthus and Arundo) [38][39][40][41][42][43][44][45][46], our study focuses on their potential to be used for phytoremediation purposes, i.e., phytostabilization, rhizofiltration and phytoextraction of toxic pollutants -especially heavy metals and metalloids from the soil that are accumulated in their extensive root system and aboveground biomass [47][48][49].…”

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Phytoremediation Potential of Fast-Growing Energy Plants: Challenges and Perspectives – a Review

Hauptvogl¹,

Kotrla²,

Prčík³

et al. 2019

Pol. J. Environ. Stud.

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Contamination of soil by toxic elements is a global issue of growing importance due to the increased anthropogenic impact on the natural environment. Conventional methods of soil decontamination possess disadvantages in forms of environmental and financial burdens. This fact leads to the search for alternative approaches of remediation of contaminated sites. One such approach includes phytoremediation. Phytoremediation advantages consist of low costs and small environmental impact. Several fast-growing energy plant species are suitable for phytoremediation purposes. Our article focuses on the phytoremediation potential of energy woody crops of Salix and Populus, and energy grasses Miscanthus and Arundo, which are grown primarily for biomass production. This approach links the environmentally friendly and economically less demanding remediation approach with the production of the local sustainable form of energy that decreases dependency on external energy supplies. Energy plants are able to provide high biomass yields in a short period of time, they are resistant against abiotic stress conditions and have the ability to accumulate toxic substances, thus helping to restore the desirable soil properties. The phytoremediation research is very interdisciplinary in its nature. In order to implement phytoremediation practices together with bioenergy successfully, it is crucial to involve site owners, local people, farmers, technology providers and consultants, remediation experts, sustainability assessors, regulatory agencies and certification bodies, biorefineries, financial sponsors, NGOs and other voluntary organizations. Some disadvantages and challenges of phytoremediation are also indicated.

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Life Cycle of Miscanthus × Giganteus (Greef Et Deu) Grown in Southwestern Slovakia Conditions

Cited by 5 publications

References 4 publications

Evaluation of the Biomass of <i>Arundo donax</i> L. in the Context of Regional Bioenergetics

Evaluation of the Biomass of <i>Arundo donax</i> L. in the Context of Regional Bioenergetics

Fast-Growing Energy Crops Grown In Conditions Of Slovakia In The Context Of The EU Energy Policy

Phytoremediation Potential of Fast-Growing Energy Plants: Challenges and Perspectives – a Review

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