Power from plants : the global implications of new technologies for electricity from biomass

The gasification of biomass (trees and plants) offers an important potential source of renewable energy. The global implications of this new source are potentially enormous for the energy industries, as well as for agriculture and land use. This report explains how existing technology and fuels enable biomass to generate electricity in a reliable and efficient manner. It critically analyzes the prospects for biomass development, policy strategies which must be implemented, and the long-term implications of power from plants.