[Terrapreta] Sterling engines coupled to pyrolysis units?

[Ron Larson]

Bernie:

    I have been following the Stirling engine area (from a long distance) 
for about 30 years.   The best US effort going today is probably what you 
will see at http://www.stirlingenergy.com/solar_overview.htm

    This group is well funded apparently and has a long-term power purchase 
agreement in hand.  We could have been at this stage 10-15 years ago if 
there had then been today's interest in climate and national security 
topics.  Very low past funding in this area - and a number of 
almost-successful earlier Stirling programs that I am sure you can find 
through google.

    Their web site mentions biogas - which of course fits well with 
terrapreta activities.  And 25 kW is not a bad size for a farm operation. 
You'll have to wait a few years more.

Ron



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Subject: [Terrapreta] Sterling engines coupled to pyrolysis units?


> I'm wondering if anyone has been thinking about integrating Sterling 
> engines
> as a way of further maximizing benefits from pyrolyzing biomass?
>
>
> Bernie Lenhoff
> Business Manager
> Green Waste Recycle Yard
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