Wood pellets are a clean, renewable, carbon-neutral biomass fuel. Pellets are used for:
- Producing electricity - they may be direct fired, or co-fired with fossil fuels to produce thermal electricity. Pellets are most commonly co-fired with coal.
- Producing domestic, commercial, and industrial heat - they are used to fuel highly efficient stoves, furnaces, and boilers.
- For animal bedding and for use in the oil industry - pellets are used as a highly efficient means of absorbing animal waste and oil spillage.
Unlike fossil fuels, wood pellets are carbon neutral. Greenhouse gases released during combustion are recaptured by
photosynthesis during plant regrowth.
Fact: 1 tonne of pellets is equivalent to 500 litres of heating oil
Our mission is:
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The Wood Pellet Association of Canada ("WPAC") is the voice of the Canadian wood pellet industry. Our members include
producers, shipping companies, port terminals, equipment suppliers, consultants, and all those dedicated to a vibrant, healthy, world-competitive
industry.
- To be a strong advocate for our industry by encouraging governments to develop and implement policies that contribute to the long
term strength, safety and stability of our industry; enhancing awareness and appreciation of our industry; and promoting our products
to world markets.
- To develop scientific and technical knowledge, applications, and solutions that will enhance the ongoing competitiveness
of our members and our industry.