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Demonstration of Innovative Biomass-fueled Power Generator (BPG) for Rural Areas--Stirling Technology Company, 4208 West Clearwater Avenue, Kennewick, WA 99336-2626; 509-735-4700
Mr. Raymond M. Erbeznik, Principal Investigator
Mr. Tom D. Mitchell, Business Official
DOE Grant No. DE-FG03-98ER82674
Amount: $749,466
Some type of power generation is required in order to serve critical, distributive needs in emerging nations and remote, off-grid sites within the U.S. However, the environmental degradation caused by emissions and fuel leakage from existing technologies is often severe. In many cases, indigenous bio-mass power sources such as agricultural residues, wood, or wood by-products are readily available for use. This project will develop a biomass-to-electric conversion system that will offer major advantages over existing technology in terms of environmental impact, fuel costs, fuel transportation and sustainable fuel resources. In Phase I, a low-emissions, fuel-flexible gasifier was integrated with an existing engine, demonstrating a minimum of 40,000 hours of maintenance-free, degradation-free operation. Phase II will address any residual system design problems, demonstrate the use of a wide range of biomass feedstocks, and conduct field testing of two market applications.
Commercial Applications and other Benefits as described by the awardee: Substantial economic and environmental benefits, relative to alternative power generation systems, should be demonstrated along with opportunities to provide clean, sustainable energy services to people in remote locations and emerging nations.