Business for the Environment - Production and Export of Pellets, the Future of Biofuels

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Business for the Environment - Production and Export of Pellets, the Future of Biofuels

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Pellets are a solid biofuel, serving as an excellent alternative to coal, oil, gas, and firewood for heating. As the planet's natural resources are finite, Japan and many European countries have consciously transitioned to using pellets, following their own volition as well as the requirements and standards of the European Union. In these advanced countries, substituting pellets for fossil fuels has several benefits. Firstly, it can reduce harmful carbon dioxide emissions by up to 50 times. Secondly, it frees the government from dependence on oil and gas supplier countries that often change pricing policies and working conditions. Thirdly, pellets are of plant origin, typically made from waste materials generated by wood processing industries (sawdust, wood shavings, wood chips) and food/agricultural enterprises (husks, sunflower and rapeseed shells, straw), which are continuously replenished.

Unfortunately, environmental concern among businesses and the population in our country is sporadic. Efforts to explore alternative energy sources and fuels are mainly driven by a few enthusiasts rather than at the state level. Consequently, many entrepreneurs in the pellet business source raw materials and establish processing facilities in CIS countries, exporting the biofuel to Europe.

Starting a pellet production business requires a significant initial capital investment. However, the high demand prompts many import companies to sign procurement contracts, even when the production is still in the planning stages. This encourages entrepreneurs to confidently take out bank loans for building workshops and purchasing equipment. Generally, an investment of $700,000 to $1,200,000 is needed to start. Despite this substantial sum, the payback period is as short as one year. Sweden and Denmark lead in the consumption of solid wood fuel.

The lack of demand for pellets in the domestic market is due to relatively low oil and gas prices, the high cost of specialized boilers, and the fact that pellets are sold in our country at 2-3 times lower prices than what European consumers are willing to pay. Hence, entrepreneurs set their sights on foreign markets.

Raw Materials

The main raw materials for pellets are wood sawdust, wood shavings, and agricultural waste. Rapeseed husks are recognized for their quality, while the cheapest option is sunflower seed husks. Experienced entrepreneurs suggest being discreet about the intended use of raw materials to avoid unjustified price hikes from farmers and wood processors.

Equipment

A complete pellet production line from the renowned German brand "Kahl" costs one million dollars. Budget-friendly options are also available, like Lithuanian conveyors priced at $400,000 to $500,000.

Technological Process

The raw materials enter a receiving bin and are transferred to a crusher via a conveyor. Once crushed, they undergo drying before being granulated by pressing the material through special holes in a pelletizer. To solidify the pellet shape, they are cooled again and then conveyed to a packaging machine.

When it comes to selling the products, there are no issues. Foreign companies are usually open to long-term contracts. It is most promising to target emerging EU countries that have strict requirements for transitioning to pellet heating.

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