Room: Poster Area
Date: Tuesday, 19 May 2026
Time: 17:30 - 18:30 CEST
Session code 3AV.6
Biomass integration
Integrated Techno-economic and Supply Chain Optimization of BioSNG Production Applied to Colombia
Short Introductive summary
The transition to low-carbon energy systems has increased interest in renewable gas alternatives such as biomass-derived synthetic natural gas (BioSNG). BioSNG offers compatibility with existing gas networks but faces challenges related to biomass dispersion, seasonal variability, and high logistics costs. This study develops a mixed-integer linear programming (MILP) model for the techno-economic and spatial optimization of the BioSNG supply chain in Colombia—from biomass collection to grid injection. Given Colombia’s reliance on natural gas and limited reserves, the model identifies optimal configurations and break-even prices under different policy scenarios, providing a framework to support the deployment of cost-competitive BioSNG and advance the country’s energy transition.
Presenter
Laura Catalina GONZÁLEZ
University EAFIT, Applied Science and Engineering Dpt., COLOMBIA
Presenter's biography
PhD candidate with four years of research experience in alternative fuels and thermochemical conversion. Research focused on bioSNG production from residual biomass, integrating data-driven and mechanistic modeling with laboratory-scale experimental and pilot system development.
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Co-authors:
S. García-Freites, Promigas, Barranquilla, COLOMBIA
M. Sanjuan, Promigas, Barranquilla, COLOMBIA
D. Acosta, Promigas, Barranquilla, COLOMBIA
A. Aristizabal, University EAFIT, Medellin, COLOMBIA
M.L. Botero, University EAFIT, Medellin, COLOMBIA
S. Builes, University EAFIT, Medellin, COLOMBIA
Session reference: 3AV.6.8