Bioenergy is emerging as a suitable renewable energy alternative. Its quality constituents can match that of petroleum-based products while having the potential to pollute less and contribute significantly to rural development. The food versus energy problem is also an issue in terms of the land tenure system, prompting the need to strengthen indigenous populations and smallholders’ rights against the increasing interest of the local elite, foreign countries, and multinational firms. Traditional use of biomass, mainly in the form of charcoal, firewood, crop residues, and manure, continues to comprise the main staple form of energy in many parts of the country.
28 – 31 October, 2021
Addis Ababa – Ethiopia
100+ Exhibitors
Opportunities In Bio Energy Sector:
Bio Fuel
Biofuels production has received increasing focus by developed and developing countries due to rising fossil fuel prices and the need to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions. By the end of the 20th century, global commercial energy consumption was about 400 exa-joules (EJ) per year, with fossil fuels contributing about 85% of the total. Global energy demand projections indicate that energy demand could be in the range of 550-1000 EJ per year in 2050, depending on factors such as resource availability and policies.
Biogas Energy Potential
Based on Africa energy outlook new bottom-up assessment, today in Africa there is sustainable technical potential available to produce around 50 Mtoe of biogas. The potential doubles by 2040 to almost 100 Mtoe at an average cost of just over $10 per million British thermal units (MBtu), which would represent around one-third of the projected natural gas demand in the region in the Stated Policies Scenario. The biggest contribution to the potential comes from rural areas with strong agricultural sectors.