An Overview on Biomass of Bamboo as a Source of Bioenergy

Abstract

Biomass and derived biofuels are the main sustainable and renewable sources of energy. Traditionally it is used as energy required source in developing countries from ancient period for their domestic needs. Biomass is easily available across the world and a cheaper source of energy, as well as combustion of biomass produces less quantity of greenhouse gases. This chapter documents different aspects of biomass, lignocellulosic conversion methods of bamboo biomass to fuel, namely different thermochemical routes (combustion, gasification, pyrolysis, and liquefaction) and biochemical route. Bamboo is a faster growing plant, which could be one of the useful sources of energy. The considerable downside of bamboo cultivation is vegetative propagation and major land requirement are some challenges to be resolved and further research is needed to fulfill the need of our increasing demand for energy.