Assessing the Effect of Temperature and Biomass Composition for Hydrogen Production through Gasification

Sustainable forest biomass management is essential for ecological balance, rural economies, and climate change mitigation. Biomass residues—branches, thinnings, and wood waste—can enhance forest health and reduce fire hazards, promoting regeneration, and enabling renewable energy production. Gasification, a thermochemical process that converts organic material into syngas, offers an efficient and cleaner alternative to traditional combustion, supporting low-carbon heat, electricity, and biofuel generation. This study examines the gasification of biomass waste—including miscanthus, peach stones, Pinus pinaster, and wood chips—for syngas production, with H₂ as the target fuel. Plasma gasification was also explored for peach stones.