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Biomass Gasification and Distributed
Power Generation
For Rural Electrification,
Off-Grid application &
Agenda
Problem Statement
Current Solution and its issues
About Biomass Gasification
The Business model
Automated system developed for Rural Electrification & Off-Grid applications
Problem Statement
No / Bad Energy Access in rural areas.
Limited supply of grid electricity and extensive use of diesel gensets.
No / Limited Rural Development due to
lack of Modern Renewable Energy systems.
Lack of Employment Opportunities.
Solution?
OFF-GRID, Decentralized
Renewable Energy Systems for
Cheap, Sustainable power to
RE Solution?
Solution should be –
Simple
Sustainable
Scalable
Sustainable from the point of view of
Individual and Community involvement
Environment
Current Electricity Options for
Rural Areas
Diesel based Power Generation
Pros
1. Proven technology 2. Reliable technology 3. Large companies
operating in the space
4. Good After Sales service
3. Transportation of
Available Renewable Energy Options
1. Solar Photovoltaics
2. Wind Electric Generators 3. Mini Hydro Power Plants
4. Bio Energy Bio Energy Options
Biogas
Bio Diesel
Biomass Combustion
Other Renewable Technologies
Pros
1. Proven technology 2. Reliable technology 3. Environmentally
Friendly technology 4. No external fuel
required
5. Roof top and Home lighting systems big potential
Cons
1. High Capex
2. Power on demand requires batteries
3. Battery disposal issues and thus
environmental issues 4. Very site and season
Biomass Gasification Technology
One of the best options of Off-Grid RE.
Most relevant at the level we are looking at.
What is Gasification?
Gasification is conversion of various
biomasses to a combustible (something that can be burnt) gas called Producer Gas.
Gasification – Basic Process
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Applications
Power Generation Thermal
Applications
Village Electrification
Irrigation Pumping
Captive Power (Industries)
Grid-fed Power from Energy
Plantations on Wastelands
Simultaneous Charcoal and
Power Production
Hot Air Generators
Dryers
Boilers
Thermic Fluid Heaters
Ovens
Modes of Power Generation
1. Dual Fuel Mode (Fuel = Diesel + Biomass)
Uses a Diesel engine genset.
60-75% of diesel replacement
Typical consumption of about 5 – 6 kgs of rice husk or about 4 kgs of woody biomass for each litre of diesel saved.
Sensible, if and only if diesel mode operation is practiced.
2. 100% Gas Mode (Fuel = Only Biomass)
Uses a Producer Gas engine genset.
Environmental Aspects
Water
Used in re-circulation mode with zero discharge. Occasional ph
adjustment and simple treatment may be needed.
Air
Gasifier does not release gas to the atmosphere.
Environmental Aspects
(contd.)Solid Waste
Noise
Biomass materials contain negligible Sulphur
Charcoal can be used for any thermal heat application.
Biological ash can be returned to the soil
The Ideal Models
Set up multiple small systems of 11-kWe and 40-kWe level ratings for Rural Electrification with Centralized control and
monitoring if required.
Set up 200-kWe or higher level Off-Grid power plants
Use locally available wastes / agri-residues
Provide / Sell Power to Communities / Private Industries / Utilities
Features of
‘Ankur’
Plug & Play
systems
(specifically developed for Multiple systems in a Cluster be it for Rural Electrification, Islands &
also for Telecom Towers)
‘
Ankur Plug & Power - Features
A ready to install system for any remote site
Reduces local site works, which otherwise is a challenge for remote sites
Multiple systems could thus be installed very quickly at various locations
‘Ankur’
Plug & Power - Features
Automated system includes :
Auto-start & stop control to avoid human
intervention
Auto-Sequence control ensures smooth start-up
shutdown and protection as well
PLC based control logic
Monitoring of Generator Voltage, Current, Power,
Frequency and power factor
Remote Management & Control
features
Anytime, Anywhere access of all the plant parameters through secured gateway
Centralized monitoring and control for different Power Stations located at different geographical locations
Remote control of plant operation and tuning of critical parameters through secure access
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The Benefits
Generate Green, Clean and Renewable electricity
Wealth from Waste
Large-Scale Employment Generation
More Equitable distribution of incomes & employment
Great boost to Rural Entrepreneurship
Positive Impact on migration to urban areas
Unlike other technologies, 70-80% of the revenue returns to the local economy
Charcoal could be sold or given to local villagers for cooking. Biochar could be given to the farmers as fertilizer
Ankur Scientific
–
The Best SME
internationally acclaimed technocrat &recently awarded with Bio-Energy Man of the Year (for 2011-12).
The Company awarded the Best SME of India and for Manufacturing by Business Today & Yes Bank (for 2011-12).
State-of-the-Art Manufacturing & R&D facilities, with more than 350 employees.
