About Miscanthus
Each tonne of Miscanthus burnt, in replacement of coal, will prevent up to two tonnes of carbon dioxide being emitted. In addition, the growing of the crop is likely to also become a means of saving carbon, as the crop actively sequesters amounts below ground.
- High dry matter yield
- Efficient use of available nutrients
- Efficient water usage due to deep rooting
- No recognized Pests & Diseases
- Requires no Pesticides or chemical fertilizers
Dr Heat hope to be in a position soon to supply heat logs made solely from pure miscanthus. We recognize shortages of wood fuel becoming a problem in the future with the ever increasing demand for Timber Heat Logs and similar products on the market.
About Miscanthus
Miscanthus is a perennial grass, which ticks all the boxes as the ideal energy crop for combustion to generate heat and electricity. It is recognized as the number one energy crop by the biggest power producers in the UK as a carbon neutral replacement to coal.
Established once, the crop lasts for at least 30 years, without replanting. The crop is harvested annually in the spring when the canes have naturally ripened. Due to its fast competitive nature of growth established crops require no pesticide weed treatment.