Title:
Simulation Modelling in Biomass Logistics-Benefits, Challenges and Three Case Studies
Author(s):
Jäppinen, E., Korpinen, O.-J., Ranta, T.
Document(s):
Paper
Abstract:
The purpose of the work was to create flexible and dynamic simulation models and applications for developing the biomass logistics from supply points to end users. The work was based on three real-world case studies: a large CHP plant in Finland, a bioproduct mill in Finland and a condensing power plant in Maharashtra, India. Spatial modelling was done with geographical information system (GIS) software. The following aspects were accounted for: spatial distribution of feedstocks using GIS, temporal modelling of supply and demand, transportation logistics (including road and railway transportation), terminal operations and roadside storages. The model used the latest research data on biomass availability, techno-economic harvest potentials and logistical parameters in each individual case as input. In addition to the applications as the main results, it was found in every case that temporal imbalance between supply and demand may be substantial. Terminals are key factors in preventing the situation of unfulfilled demand. Another finding was that the methods can be applied to different biofuel supply systems around the world.
Keywords:
biofuel, decision making, geographical information system (GIS), logistics, modelling
Topic:
Biomass Resources
Subtopic:
Biomass potentials and biomass mobilisation
Event:
23rd European Biomass Conference and Exhibition
Session:
1CV.3.9
Pages:
247 - 250
ISBN:
978-88-89407-516
Paper DOI:
10.5071/23rdEUBCE2015-1CV.3.9
Price:
FREE
