Biopellet Prepared by Napier Grass is Economical and Sustainable -Dr P. C.Patel

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Napier Grass : Napier grass is a promising alternative feedstock for energy conversion, particularly solid fuels. It grows well in tropical conditions, reaching heights of up to 4 meters and having a lifespan of 7 years. Its high heating value (average of 16 MJ/kg) makes it suitable for thermochemical conversion. At present condition, Pakchong1 (Super Hybrid Napier Grass) showed maximum biomass yield as compared to other Napier grass.
Biopellet from Napier Grass:
The key findings include: 1. Energy Density: The produced pellets exhibited good energy density, comparable to values reported in the literature based on gross calorific values.2. Pellet Density: The density of the biopellets was influenced by time, pressure, and feedstock ratios. Both PNG and WNG biopellets had densities higher than 0.650 g/cm³. 3. Durability: The pellets demonstrated durability higher than 95%, indicating their ability to withstand handling without breakage. The Pakchong 1 (Super Napier) biopellet recorded the highest durability of 99.95% at 73.82 MPa pressure and 13 min compression time. The highest recorded durability for the WNG biopellet was 99.98% for a 100:0 L/S ratio at 13 min compression time and at a 73.82 MPa pressure point. Even with all of the inconsistent data, both PNG and WNG biopellet densities obtained were higher than 0.650 g/cm3. All in all, the overall data indicated that high-quality biopellet fuel was produced, thus demonstrating the sustainability of utilizing Napier grass for energy applications.
Biopellet prepared by Napier Grass have several advantages: 1. Renewable Resource: Napier grass is renewable and can be harvested multiple times per year. 2.Cost-Effective: Cultivation costs are relatively low, making it an economical choice. 3.Reduced Greenhouse Gas Emission: Biopellets contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions compared to fossil fuels. 4.Local Sourcing: Cultivating Napier grass locally reduces dependence on imported energy sources.
Approximately 61.54 m³ of biopellets can be prepared from 40 tons of dry biomass of Napier grass with a density of 0.650 g/cm³ from 1 acre. Therefore, the weight of 61.54 m³ of biopellet (0.650 g/cm³) is approximately 39,991 kg. The Price of 1 ton of Biopellet is Rs. 8700/-(India Mart 2nd June, 2024). The farmers can earn of Rs. 3.48 Lakh from 40 tons biopellet from 1 acre/year & Rs. 17.4 lakhs in 5 years period. Looking to the output of biopellet and high price in market, cultivation of Super Hybrid Napier grass can be a profitable venture, especially considering its high yield potential and versatility in various regions of India.

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doubt..
if we have 150 tons of green napier. grass we cant have 150 ton of pellets because grass is wet we need to dry it to approx 10% moisture so 60% WEIGHT WILL BE REDUCED, so we cant have more than 50-70 Tons of pellet

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Per acre production नेपियर का dry mass basis par कितना होता है?

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150 ton