Biomass is one of the most versatile sources of renewable energy and our only source of renewable materials. It is attracting increasing attention on the world stage because it has the potential to address concerns about climate change, energy security, rural development and access to modern energy services in developing countries.
Our research focuses on the techno-economic, environmental and policy issues that impact how biomass is used to provide high quality heat, electricity and transport services. We undertake work for a broad range of government and international organisations, research councils, non-government organisations and industry.
We are an inter-disciplinary team of experienced researchers. We publish extensively, and regularly participate in national and international expert committees in addition to teaching on postgraduate courses at Imperial College and other universities.
We have close links with members of the Centre for Environmental Policy, and with other research centres within the College, such as the Centre for Process Systems Engineering, Energy Futures Lab and Porter Institute. We also host postgraduate students.