Détails de la publication

Forestry biomass potential for energy production at global scale: a systematic review

Détails de la publication

• Type:Article
• Domaine: Ressources naturelles et Environnement
• Année de publication: 2023
• Auteurs: R. O. Balagueman, E. S. P. Assede, O. Hidirou, M. Agassounon, E. B. Ayihouenou, S. M. D. Kinnoume, I. Moumouni-Moussa, A. K. Natta and H. S. S. Biaou
• Cultures: Biomass
• Couverture géographique: National
• Mots clés: Organic material, Potential quantification, Biomass-based energy, Comprehensive Review

Résumé de la publication

The feasibility of using biomass for sustainable energy production received a pivotal attention from bioenergy research. Previous research in bioenergy field resulted in a variety of trends over the past decades. Reviewing these studies holds significance in updating policymakers and enlightening the scientific community. This systematic review comprehensively assessed diverse dimensions of bioenergy, encompassing the types of forestry biomass examined, the factors influencing biomass availability for bioenergy, approaches and models used for biomass potential assessment, socioeconomic and environmental impacts, and the spatial distribution of biomass-based energy potential. Our review encompassed 56 global publications including 44 original articles and 12 secondary sources articles. The findings drawn from the systematic literature review identified crucial gaps in the field of bioenergy that ought to be addressed in future research. Previous studies in the field have paid limited consideration to forestry residues potential assessment, economic and sustainability criteria. Additionally, integrated models have received limited consideration from bioenergy research compared to resource-focused and demand-driven ones. In terms of drivers, land use change, demand for wood energy, and wood processing technology emerged as key drivers of biomass potential. Biomass use for energy was found to have a positive climate impact but a predominantly negative impact on water resources, while its impact on biodiversity appeared more neutral. With regard to bioenergy potential, America, especially Mexico exhibited the highest stand biomass potential estimated to be 60,000 PJ (Petajoules), whereas China held the highest potential of forestry residues (5,000 PJ). Based on this review, future studies are encouraged to give more consideration to forestry residues, prioritize sustainability criteria, and strive for harmonized assessments for global comparisons. Furthermore, integrating economic considerations and adopting holistic evaluations that encompass economic, social, and environmental variables are essential for the accurate assessment of forestry biomass potential.