Biomass-based cogeneration systems and applications in Turkey

Although biomass resources are still used in traditional methods for heating and cooking in many countries around the world, it is becoming increasingly common to obtain heat and power from biomass by using modern technologies, contributing to regional sustainability through environmental and rural development programs. Cogeneration, namely the combined heat and power generation systems, is the most efficient way of producing heat and power from biomass source. Based on the fact that biomass has a pioneering role in the transition to a low carbon economy with its sustainable use in the energy field, this study provides information on the possibilities of cogeneration in energy production from biomass sources. Additionally, examples of combined heat and power generation applications in Turkey are discussed and this study aims to set out the requirements for combined biopower and bioheat applications in increasingly widespread use.