Date: Monday, 24 June 2024
Time: 17:30 - 18:30 CEST
Session code 2AV.5
Environmental assessment of bioenergy and biobased systems
Decarbonization Potential of Bioenergy in Amazonian Isolated Systems: An Environmental Life Cycle Assessment
Short Introductive summary
This study aims to assess the potential for decarbonization through bioenergy generation in remote Amazonian cities heavily reliant on diesel-based power systems. By conducting a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) comparing bioenergy production from sustainable forest management waste against diesel consumption, the environmental impacts will be evaluated. Drawing data from multiple sources, including government agencies and literature, this research seeks to utilize the Sphera-Gabi software to analyze six environmental indicators. Notably, it aims to address the lack of literature considering the Global South’s reality, especially in remote tropical forest communities. The study’s relevance lies in aligning with current Brazilian public policies, such as "Mais Luz para a Amazonia" and "Combustiveis do Futuro," striving for energy justice and cleaner energy solutions for underprivileged communities. Preliminary calculations of wood residues and diesel consumption in Manicoré and Lábrea will aid in comparing the environmental impacts, specifically GWP, acidification, urban smog, eutrophication, ecotoxicity potential, and water consumption between diesel and bioenergy chains.
Presenter
Edgar A. SILVEIRA
University of Brasilia, Mechanical Engineering Dpt.
Presenter's biography
PhD in Mechanical Sciences from the University of Brasilia (UNB-Brazil) and in Fiber and Wood Sciences from the University of Lorraine (France). Professor at UNB, Silveira is engaged with biomass energy, waste management, thermochemical conversion technologies, heat transfer and energy systems.
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Co-authors:
T.P. Protasio, Federal Rural University of the Amazonia, Parauapebas, BRAZIL
P. Rousset, CIRAD, Montpellier, FRANCE
E.A. Silveira, University of Brasilia, BRAZIL
Session reference: 2AV.5.22