Turning Forest Residues into Energy

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Turning Forest Residues into Energy

In Lithuania, branches and treetops left after logging – once considered forest waste – have become an essential source of clean energy. In 2024, wood chips from these residues became the dominant biomass product traded on Baltpool’s biomass exchange, providing biofuel at the real market price for plants across the country.

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How biomass changed the lives of Vilnius residents: safer, cheaper, cleaner

Vilnius CHP Plant: a Game Changer The plant helps ensure both national energy security by moving away from imported natural gas and a more sustainable supply of district heating in the capital. It produces around 50% of Vilnius district heating demand, solves supply-related and environmental issues, and may also help tackle other issues. Ensuring energy […]

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From gas to biomass

Lithuania transitioned from Russian natural gas to biomass, reducing CO2 emissions by 70%. Biomass now fuels 75% of district heating and benefits households and industry. This shift cut costs, created jobs, and boosted the economy. The new Vilnius CHP plant will produce 90% of the city’s heat sustainably. Lithuania’s success in biomass energy is vital […]

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