Biomass, biogas, biodiesel located in the Green Tech Valley
Styria is one of the most heavily forested regions in Europe and Austria. Due to this, the utilisation of biogenic raw materials such as wood pieces, pellets, chopped material as well as the treatment of biogas and products of biodiesel have had a longstanding tradition.
In light of this abundant a mount of raw materials coupled with a long tradition in mechanical engineering, a research share of over 4.3 % of the GDP as well as a very early commitment to energy efficiency, for instance through the oldest regional energy agency in Europe, it is no wonder that today the best available technology comes from the Green Tech Valley, Styria today. And the Styrian companies are technology leaders worldwide in many field:
Biomass technology
In addition to the dense net work of biomass district heating systems, Styrian technology – in particular small-output biomass furnaces – play a leading role. Also in the range simulating and concept styrian researchers are leaders.
Innovative biodiesel know-how
Styrian researchers hold numerous patents for generating of biodiesel — also from animal fats. For instance, high-quality fuel is extracted from the waste product “animal meal”. And Styrian facilities for generating biodiesel on the basis of various biogenic raw materials are already in operation around the world.
Biogas know-how
The all over Europe most comprehensive and well-founded training for biogas experts is offered in Styria. Based on the more than 50 model facilities, the most important knowledge and experiences are conveyed in a 15-day training course.
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