Cofiring biomass with coal represents one of the nearest term and lowest cost options for CO₂ reduction in the electrical power sector.  However, there are a number of critical issues associated with cofiring that require careful consideration.   These issues were identified in part by a workshop that included utilities and others involved or potentially involved in cofiring.  The following pages summarize some of the progress we have made to date on these issues.  The major subtopics are indicated in the list to the left, with most subtopics including further links to more details.  These subtopics include the formulation of a series of guidelines for cofiring biomass with coal.

Cofiring