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Biomass gasification for electricity generation: Review of current technology barriers

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  • Ruiz, J.A.
  • Juárez, M.C.
  • Morales, M.P.
  • Muñoz, P.
  • Mendívil, M.A.

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Biomass gasification has yet to consolidate its position compared to other techniques for exploiting biomass energy.

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  • Ruiz, J.A. & Juárez, M.C. & Morales, M.P. & Muñoz, P. & Mendívil, M.A., 2013. "Biomass gasification for electricity generation: Review of current technology barriers," Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, Elsevier, vol. 18(C), pages 174-183.
    • Handle: RePEc:eee:rensus:v:18:y:2013:i:c:p:174-183
    DOI: 10.1016/j.rser.2012.10.021
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