Abstract
The aim of this paper is to analyze renewable energy sources (primarily untapped biomass potentials) in the Autonomous Province of Vojvodina in the Republic of Serbia, which, when used for energy purposes, could significantly reduce energy dependence on fossil fuels. The idea of using biomass in Vojvodina emerged about ten years ago, but it is estimated that currently only 5% of total biomass potential, the most significant source of renewable energy in the region, is being used. This paper re-emphasizes the idea of focusing Vojvodina’s energy policy on its own energy resources, which are readily available and renewable, but each year is either burned in the fields or left to rot. The paper will outline the total potential of raw materials, the form in which they are found, and the possible means of utilizing them. It will also provide an overview of energy in Vojvodina with a particular focus on the portion of renewable sources as a neglected potential within overall energy consumption. In addition to energy potential, this paper also points to the benefits for heating and the environment that would be created through increased use of biomass in the process of energy production.
Highlights
As early as this current century, humanity will face significant challenges in providing the energy necessary for everyday life and the further development of the human population
In addition to energy potential, this paper points to the benefits for heating and the environment that would be created through increased use of biomass in the process of energy production
By using palletization as a means of finalization, harvest residues can be used as raw material in their entirety, including stems and husks, corn cob and cornstalks, and plants cultivated for energy purposes [9]
Summary
As early as this current century, humanity will face significant challenges in providing the energy necessary for everyday life and the further development of the human population. Renewable energy sources (biomass, small hydro-power, geothermal, solar, wind) account for about 14% of global energy consumption, of which 62% comes from biomass [5,6]. It is evident that of all forms of renewable energy sources, biomass is of the greatest importance. It is important to note that, in comparison to fossil fuels, using biomass for energy purposes does not emit “new” carbon dioxide into the atmosphere [1]. Carbon dioxide is currently considered the greatest contributor to global warming, and the largest quantities are released into the atmosphere by burning fossil fuels or through the overproduction of large livestock for human consumption. Oil, and gas causes 90% of global carbon dioxide emissions. By using palletization as a means of finalization, harvest residues can be used as raw material in their entirety, including stems and husks (wheat, rice, barley), corn cob and cornstalks, and plants cultivated for energy purposes (energy cane, green grass, hemp, poplar, willow, sugar cane) [9]
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