A net energy simulation model: applications for domestic wood energy systems

Analyzing net energy performance is important in selecting alternative wood energy systems. A comprehensive net energy analysis involves considering both the indirect energy embodied in the system and the direct energy used in its operation and maintenance. This type of analysis can require an extensive set of data and completion of a large number of calculations, even for a small-scale wood energy system. A computerized approach that provides sets of commonly used data and performs these calculations would make this type of analysis easier to apply. Applications of a computer simulation model are presented for three typical domestic wood energy systems.

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