Asia-Pacific Leads Global Biomass Pellets Production: Here’s Why
In Europe’s race to ditch fossil fuels and embrace greener energy, biomass pellets have become the darling of policymakers and power producers alike. But behind the scenes, a more complex picture is emerging—one that challenges the simplistic narrative that biomass is always a win for the environment. According to a recent report from Future Market Insights , the biomass pellets market is poised for sustained global growth , bolstered by climate commitments, rising energy prices, and a pressing need for alternatives to coal. As countries scramble to decarbonize their heating and power sectors, pellets made from compressed wood, sawdust, and agricultural residues are being burned at an unprecedented scale. Yet, as this market surges, the real question isn’t whether biomass pellets are booming—it’s whether they should be. The Biomass Boom: Driven by Policy, Not Just Science Let’s start with the obvious: biomass pellets are cleaner than coal—on paper. And that’s the metric most gove...