Biomass briquettes

28.06.2024

Biomass briquettes

Why in the news?

In recent times biomass briquettes are being used as a fuel alternative for the power and electricity generation sector.

About Biomass briquettes:

• These are made up of compact blocks of organic materials, such as agricultural residues, forestry wastes, or industrial by-products.
• Applications: These are used for heating, cooking fuel and electricity generation usually in developing countries that do not have access to more traditional fuel sources.

Advantages of Biomass briquettes

• Environment Friendly: Bio-briquettes can be created from easily available biomass waste often found in rural settings.
• Affordable: These can be made by hand from any freely available organic matter, including invasive species and agro-waste.
• Biomass briquettes are carbon-neutral, meaning they release no additional carbon dioxide into the atmosphere when burned.
• By reducing reliance on fossil fuels, the adoption of biomass briquettes helps mitigate greenhouse gas emissions, thus contributing to climate change mitigation efforts.
• By diverting residues towards productive use, biomass briquettes play a crucial role in waste management and carbon sequestration, further enhancing their environmental credentials.

                                                                      Source: Financial Express

Ques :- Consider the following statements with reference to the Biomass briquette:

Statement-I

It is made up of compact blocks of organic materials like agricultural residues and forestry wastes.

Statement-II

It helps in mitigating greenhouse gas emissions.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

A.Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, and Statement-II is the correct explanation for Statement-I.

B.Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, and Statement-II is not the correct explanation for Statement-I.

C.Statement-I is correct, but Statement-II is incorrect.

D.Statement-I is incorrect, but Statement-II is correct.

Answer A