Due diligence

ECN offers to perform due diligence for eg. a second opinion or support in an investment decision. We are able to assess technology for interested parties who intend to invest in renewable energy projects, but do not have the competence to value and judge the proposed technology. ECN has strongly invested in knowledge on thermal conversion in general and biomass-related technologies in particular. Especially biomass gasification is within our core expertise but the combination with knowledge on eg. torrefaction, combustion, air quality, ash handling, tar, etc. does make a valuable match. The practical experience gained through on-site campaigns combined with our own experimental facilities gives our knowledge real value. Furthermore, through our networks, we are up-to-date on worldwide developments in the field of gasification and other thermal conversion technologies. Assessments that we perform range between desk studies and measurements on eg. a pilot plant.

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Techno-economic evaluations

To develop a successful project, insight in the technical and economical feasibility at an early development stage is of key importance. ECN BCE offers independent techno-economic evaluations and design studies of biomass conversion processes. We have an extensive expertise in biomass and waste combustion and gasification, biomass co-firing, product and fuel gas cleaning, heat & power and bio-refinery processes. The results of our study provides you insight in your cost drivers and enables you to assess the feasibility of a project. The outcome can also direct your research activities or process optimization.

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ECN has extensive facilities to its disposal in order to perform tests & analyses and design & production. You can use these facilities on a commercial base. Products, which originate from research, are also available.

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