The Determination of Woody Biomass Resources and Their Energy Potential from Hazelnut Tree Cultivation

Anna Borkowska, Grzegorz Maj, Kamila E. Klimek () and Magdalena Kapłan
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Anna Borkowska: Department of Applied Mathematics and Computer Science, University of Life Sciences in Lublin, Głęboka Street 28, 20-612 Lublin, Poland
Grzegorz Maj: Department of Power Engineering and Transportation, University of Life Sciences in Lublin, Głęboka Street 28, 20-612 Lublin, Poland
Kamila E. Klimek: Department of Applied Mathematics and Computer Science, University of Life Sciences in Lublin, Głęboka Street 28, 20-612 Lublin, Poland
Magdalena Kapłan: Institute of Horticulture Production, University of Life Sciences in Lublin, Głęboka Street 28, 20-612 Lublin, Poland

Energies, 2024, vol. 17, issue 18, 1-18

Abstract: The aim of this study was to estimate the shoot weight of four selected hazelnut cultivars and to see if the morphological characteristics of the cultivar and the age of the shoots affect their quality when used as fuel. This study shows that the cultivar ‘Olga’ generated the highest amounts of woody biomass (6507 t·ha −1 ), while ‘Olbrzymi z Halle’ generated the lowest (3843 t·ha −1 ). ‘Olbrzymi z Halle’ had the highest calorific values (HHVs) (18.08 MJ·t·ha −1 for annual shoots and 18.03 MJ·kg −1 for perennial shoots) and ‘Olga’ had the lowest calorific values (16.64 MJ·kg −1 for annual shoots and 16.39 MJ·kg −1 for perennial shoots). The age of the shoots had a minimal effect on the chemical and energy parameters. Emissions were the highest for ‘Olbrzymi z Halle’ (CO: 57.74 MJ·kg −1 for perennial shoots, CO 2 : 1414.05 MJ·kg −1 ) and lowest for ‘Olga’ (CO: 50.57 MJ·kg −1 , CO 2 : 1238.46 MJ·kg −1 ). The cultivar ‘Olbrzymi z Halle’, which generated the least amount of biomass compared to the other cultivars, stands out for its high energy value due to its low moisture and ash contents and its high carbon and hydrogen contents, making it attractive for the purposes of biofuel production and supporting sustainable agriculture. The practical implications of the research findings include the selection of suitable varieties for biofuel production, the management of biomass moisture content, and the optimisation of combustion techniques to reduce emissions. The potential for using hazelnut shoots as a biofuel highlights the importance of sustainable agriculture and renewable energy production. The results provide valuable information that can support decisions regarding the cultivation and use of hazelnut shoots for biofuel production while minimising negative environmental impacts.

Keywords: biomass; Corylus avellana; energy properties; bioenergy; hazelnut shoots (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: Q Q0 Q4 Q40 Q41 Q42 Q43 Q47 Q48 Q49 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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