Economic and technological aspects of distributed energy systems based on biomass: a case study of a small county in Poland Cover Image

Economic and technological aspects of distributed energy systems based on biomass: a case study of a small county in Poland
Economic and technological aspects of distributed energy systems based on biomass: a case study of a small county in Poland

Author(s): Ewa Kochańska, Przemysław Makowski
Subject(s): Agriculture, Energy and Environmental Studies, Rural and urban sociology, Economic development
Published by: Centrum Badań i Innowacji Pro-Akademia
Keywords: renewable energy sources; biomass; biogas; alternative energy sources; stimulating local development; development of agricultural communities and rural areas; technological progress; innovation;

Summary/Abstract: The purpose of this article is to present the benefits of using renewable energy sources for generating electricity. Energy coming from renewable sources contributes to the advancement of technology, creates innovation, and establishes cross-sectoral cooperation in science, business and local governments. It also promotes the development of intellectual capital and technical knowledge. At the same time, it provides the opportunity to stimulate local development, especially in agricultural communities and rural areas. Therefore, the text presents the results of studies on the availability of biomass, its productivity, logistics and economic benefits for Daszyna County, who is a potential investor.

  • Issue Year: 2013
  • Issue No: 6
  • Page Range: 22-29
  • Page Count: 8
  • Language: English