Articles in the Biomass fuel category

Can existing estate woodland help replace heating oil? We explore whether managed woodland can provide enough fuel for biomass heating, how much energy woodland can generate, and what this could mean for heating costs on country estates.…

Many businesses are faced with the challenge of managing the waste wood they inevitably generate. While recycling may seem like the right option, it still involves transportation emissions, possible sorting errors, and rising costs. Shredding your waste wood onsite for…

Walking Floors for Biomass Boilers Biomass boilers are a fantastic choice for sustainable and efficient heating in the UK. Choosing the right fuel delivery system is crucial for smooth operation and the choices here are fundamental to a projects success.…

It has just been revealed that over 30 years ago a coalition of the largest industrial players in America employed a PR genius to run a campaign to spread doubt over climate change. Sadly this campaign has been devastatingly…

The UK is at the start of a heatwave with temperatures supposedly higher than in Hawaii. During these times when temperatures are high having your biomass boiler serviced is no doubt the last thing on your mind. However, now…

Fuel considerations for biomass boilers are paramount and require careful consideration before a particular type of boiler is selected. Today we will look at some of the most important considerations. The fuel type, and delivery, storage and handling arrangements can…

A rural landowner’s estate or farm can yield a surprisingly large amount of wood fuel. In many cases this can be in sufficient quantities to more than sustain the heating demands of the buildings on the estate.…

If you have your own woodland, or source of wood fuel, hiring a contract chipper to chip fuel straight into a fuel store can represent fuel cost savings of up to 80%, compared to heating oil, LPG or electricity. If…

Biomass heating is not a new phenomenon. All heating was ‘biomass’ before the industrial revolution, and with concerns over climate change coinciding with a new generation of highly efficient equipment, biomass heating is making a comeback! To compare costs of biomass…

Treco is keen to promote locally sourced wood fuel and we have written a few articles on the subject! We also support the most efficient use of our woodland resource and bringing both small and large woodlands back into active…