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ABSTRACT
The overall goal of this project is to design, develop and demonstrate a 50-kW modular gasification system for grid-connected combined heat and power using forest residue.
Building on the success of the previous 12.5-kW small modular biomass project, this new project will result in the development and demonstration of a 50-kW small modular biopower (SMB) system designed for a parallel connection to the local utility grid and capable of continuous operation. This project will support the goal of a commercially viable small modular biopower system.
A SMB system will be designed and developed and tested in a two-phase program. The first phase involves a one-year R&D program to design, fabricate, and factory test a 50-kW system. During second phase, this new first of its kind unit will be grid-connected, and field demonstrated in California for two years.
The SMB system shall be designed to meet or exceed The California Air Resources Board (CARB) emission standards, including nitrogen oxides, volatile organic compounds, and particulate matter, for a combined heat and power distributed generation system. The engine/generator set will be capable of operating 24 hours per day, 6 days per week.
This project supports the Public Interest Energy Research (PIER) program objectives of improving cost competitiveness of the biomass energy conversion technologies and reducing environmental risks and cost of electricity.