Status and prospects for biomass gasification

Biomass gasification for energy utilization has been wildly used. The development and applications of biomass gasification technologies were reviewed in this paper. Special attention was paid to major problems encountered in practical use. A comparison of economical performances of gas supply for livelihood and industry was made. The prospects of biomass gasification in China were put forward. Taking into account the new situation, several suggestions were given for the development of biomass gasification industry.