Forest plantations on plains for biomass production used for energy: the case of SRF (short rotation forestry).

摘要

A cost benefit analysis of short rotation forestry for energy production is presented and discussed. It is based on figures from a plantation in the Po valley. Problems include storage of the harvested wood (at the plantation or at the processing plant), transport, drying and lack of appropriate machinery. Marginal land is unsuitable for this type of crop, which requires deep, fertile soil. Obtaining financial support under Regulation 1257/99 is complicated. Given current market prices, short rotation forestry for energy is a risky undertaking.