wood pellet suppliers near me

wood pellet suppliers near me

Logs that are processed into lumber and other high-value wood products, such as wood pellets, leave behind residuals from the sawmilling process. A growing source of raw materials for wood pellets is the gathering of forest residues and low-quality logs that were previously discarded. The wood pellet industry reduces waste by creating wood pellets from fiber that was once burned or abandoned and transforms that waste into lucrative, low-carbon energy.

In order to make wood pellets, producers must first remove moisture from incoming wood fiber before milling it into dust and compressing the dust into tiny cylinders, or pellets, typically measuring 6 or 8 mm in diameter and up to 40 mm in length. As a result of the heat used in this procedure, the crushed particles are held together by lignin, a natural polymer contained in wood. The outcome is a dry, tightly compressed product with a high energy value that is manageable and effective for long-distance transportation.

Why Wood Energy

• A Renewable Energy
• Carbon Neutral
• Recognised as playing a key role in reducing global warming
• Capable of producing a significant proportion of Ireland’s renewable energy needs
• A flexible fuel that can be stored and used as a stand alone energy source
• Cost effective – the energy used for harvesting, processing and transport of wood for energy is just 10% of total energy output

Why Greenwood

• High Quality Products
• Supporting Irish Jobs and Industry
• FSC Chain of custody certification
• High quality
• Superior Service
• Superior Value

A1 Enplus Award

Enplus Quality Certification: Obtaining the ENplus quality certification is a significant step in making energy pellets a common product. The ENplus certificate not only complies with EN 14961-2 requirements, but also demands even higher standards of quality. This certification guarantees low emissions, trouble-free heating, and good energy efficiency.