February 7, 2024
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Project Overview and Objectives Hog fuel is a term used in the forestry and wood processing industries to describe a coarse, unrefined wood waste product. It consists of a mix of bark, wood chips, sawdust, and sometimes even whole tree stumps and branches that have been ground or shredded. The material is called "hog fuel" because it is processed through a machine called a hog or wood hog, which grinds up wood and bark into smaller pieces. Hog fuel is primarily used as a bioenergy source, burned in furnaces or boilers to generate heat or power for industrial processes. It is a form of biomass energy that contributes to renewable energy goals by utilizing wood waste that might otherwise be discarded, thus reducing landfill use and contributing to a more sustainable use of resources. Environmental and Economic Impacts Community Benefits Future Directions We invite you to review the official press release for further details on this collaborative project and additional insights. Attachments Disclaimer
This project focuses on recovering and utilizing low-value fibre, often overlooked for sawmills and deemed not viable for non-sawlog products. By converting this fibre into wood chips and hog fuel for electricity generation, the initiative reduces waste and produces cleaner energy. Specifically, some recovered fibre is processed into chips in Midway and then transported to the Mercer pulp mill in
By prioritizing using uneconomical fibre, the collaboration aims to decrease emissions from slash pile burning, a common practice that contributes significantly to carbon emissions. To date, over 26,000 cubic metres of burnt logging residue have been recovered and redirected from waste piles to productive use, with this volume expected to increase through 2024. This effort translates into substantially reduced carbon emissions, equivalent to removing the annual emissions of approximately 13,800 mid-sized vehicles.
The project also delivers direct economic benefits to local communities, such as a
As the project progresses, the partnership between Celgar, OIB, and FESBC exemplifies a commitment to sustainable forestry practices and the efficient management of forest resources. The ongoing efforts to utilize uneconomical fibre underscores more sustainable and responsible forest management practices, reflecting a collective move towards environmental stewardship and economic resilience.
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