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Sustainably managed forests help reduce the quantity of greenhouse gases in the air. Carbon dioxide is the core greenhouse gas accountable for climate change emissions. These are increasing each year. Sustainably managed trees absorb carbon dioxide from the air for growth. They then renovate it into wood that releases oxygen back into the atmosphere. In…

Ever wondered how we produce wood pellets? Here at Balcas Energy, we wanted to provide you with step-by-step guidance on how we create our locally produced wood pellets. 7 steps to producing Balcas Energy wood pellets Raw material. High-quality sawmill residues and inferior quality logs not suitable for use as sawn timber. Initial processing. Reduces…

BSL Changes from April 1, 2022 - What It Means for Your Biomass Fuel From April 1, 2022, changes to the Biomass Suppliers List (BSL) will take effect. The BSL scheme in Great Britain ensures fuel sustainability and now requires quality certification for biomass wood pellets suppliers. What Is the Biomass Suppliers List (BSL)? The…

How can wood pellets cut CO2?As you are probably aware COP26 ended at the weekend. It involved representatives from around 200 nations coming together to address how best to address the threat of climate change. Each day involved setting new targets for cutting emissions from the burning of fossil fuels to eco-friendly alternatives such as…

The UK has agreed that they plan to become net-zero by 2050. That means greenhouse gas emissions would be intensely reduced, any remaining emissions offset, neutralising environmental impact, and slowing climate change. Many of us will be thinking how we reach such a goal? Here at Balcas Energy, we just wanted to give you an…

How to Store Wood Pellets At Balcas Energy, we want you to get the best performance from our bagged wood pellets. Proper storage is key to ensuring efficiency and safety. Read on to discover how to store wood pellets. Keep Your Wood Pellets Dry Moisture ruins wood pellets, making them less efficient and harder to…

Wood Pellet Heating for Poultry: A Renewable and Efficient Solution Our team recently attended a Teagasc Poultry webinar on renewable and energy-efficient heating for poultry houses. Experts Paula, Colm, and Gerard shared valuable insights on why switching to wood pellet heating for poultry benefits both the environment and business energy efficiency. This webinar covered key…

Do you know where your wood pellets are coming from? Wood pellets are a versatile, eco-friendly fuel source used worldwide. Their applications range from residential heating to industrial processes, making them a popular choice for reducing reliance on fossil fuels. Importantly, you must understand where is your wood pellets origin! Common Uses of Wood Pellets Wood…

Summer Checklist for Optimal Wood Pellet Fuel Performance As summer arrives, many homeowners across Great Britain and Ireland switch off their wood pellet boilers to enjoy the warm weather. This off-peak period is the ideal time to clean your store and prepare your boiler for the next heating season. Follow this four-point wood pellet boiler…

How to Make Wood Pellet Fuel We’ve seen lots of interest in the manufacturing process for wood pellets. So, we’ve put together an article on how to make wood pellet fuel: from definition to a detailed step-by-step manufacturing process. According to Wikipedia, Wood pellets are a pellet fuel generally made from related material from the manufacture…