Willow Power Hybrid Willows Fuel School

Thursday, May 1, 2014

The Willow Crop Green Energy power producing program was developed in Hughesville, PA with an 8,000 grant through the PA Energy Development Authority. The plant sources its power from shrub willow hybrids, which are converted into wood chips as biofuels. European governments have been using this alternative energy source since the '70's.

The wood chips provide heat for 170,000 square feet at a nearby high school building from mid-October through mid-April. 40 acres of the willow is able to meet one third of their heating needs, and productivity is expected to increase over the life cycle of the plant. "We are saving about 30,000 a year with willow" said David Maciejewski, the Business Manager.
Blog Categories: UnderstoriesIssue Topic: Biomass & Renewable Energy