Biomass involves burning organic materials like wood and agricultural waste to produce energy. 

Modern biomass systems have become cleaner and more efficient, significantly reducing emissions compared to traditional fossil fuels. 

Drax Group in the UK is transitioning from coal to biomass, aiming for carbon neutrality by 2030.

Drax Group has played a pivotal role in the UK’s transition from coal to renewable energy, particularly through its conversion to biomass.

The company’s Drax Power Station, once Western Europe’s largest coal-fired plant, has undergone a remarkable transformation to become the UK’s single-largest generator of renewable electricity. 

By 2023, Drax had officially ended coal-fired generation at its North Yorkshire facility, marking a historic milestone in the country’s shift towards a zero-carbon future.

The power station now operates four biomass units, which generated 12.7TWh of electricity in 2022. This transition has significantly reduced Drax’s carbon emissions, with the company reporting a 99% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions since 2012. 

However, the use of biomass remains controversial, with some reports questioning its environmental impact.

5. Geothermal

Company example: Ormat Technologies